Artists denounce Israeli ban on Palestinian civil society groups
Craig TaylorMore than 100 high-profile figures pledge support for the outlawed civil society organisations. BBC News – Middle East
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Hamas to be declared a terrorist group by UK
The change will cover the entirety of the Palestinian militant group, including its political wing. BBC News – Middle East
Turkey releases Israeli couple arrested for spying over palace photos
Natalie and Mordi Oknin were accused of taking photos of the president’s residence in Istanbul. BBC News – Middle East
Israel urges Turkey to free couple held for spying over palace photos
Natalie and Mordi Oknin were arrested after taking photos of the president’s residence in Istanbul. BBC News – Middle East
First joint naval exercise by Israel and Gulf states signals Iran worries
Unthinkable until recently, the maritime exercise comes amid growing regional concerns over Iran. BBC News – Middle East
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Husband ends hunger strike after 21 days
The husband of British-Iranian detainee Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe says his child “needs two parents”. BBC News – Middle East