Middle East & North Africa

france24.com May 24

France Bans Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from Entry

France has banned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from entering the country due to his treatment of activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. The ban follows international outcry over a video posted by Ben Gvir showing the detention of activists. French officials are calling for EU sanctions against him.

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New York Times — US May 24

British Military Plans to Send Destroyer to Secure Strait of Hormuz

The British military plans to send the destroyer Royal Fleet Auxiliary Lyme Bay to the Strait of Hormuz to improve security in the area after the war with Iran ends.

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Axios May 22

Pakistani Field Marshal Visits Tehran for U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Field Marshal Asim Munir of Pakistan arrived in Tehran on May 22, 2026, to mediate negotiations between the U.S. and Iran aimed at ending the ongoing war. While discussions are ongoing, U.S. and Iranian officials have expressed doubts about the likelihood of a swift agreement. The mediators are working on a letter of intent to establish a framework for further negotiations, including issues related to Iran's nuclear program.

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Wall Street Journal — World Jan 26

Trump Proposes Relocating Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan

Former President Donald Trump proposed relocating Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan, describing Gaza as 'a demolition site.' This suggestion has faced rejection from Arab nations since the conflict began.

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