Pakistan's aviation sector has lost about $72 million due to Middle East airspace disruptions triggered by the war on Iran. Flight cancellations, rising fuel costs and heavy reliance on Gulf routes have intensified financial strain on airlines.

The summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations will proceed in May with a shortened agenda focused on fuel, food prices, and migrant workers. Leaders agreed that regional coordination is crucial despite the conflict in the Middle East.

Rain and possible flash floods are forecast for parts of Israel on Friday, with improving conditions over the weekend. Light showers and fluctuating temperatures are expected to continue into early next week.

A foreign policy advocate argues that the United States is winning its conflict with Iran but calls for a broader push toward regime change. The interview examines the risks of escalation, economic fallout and the uncertain alignment between Washington and Jerusalem.

A report claims Donald Trump was told in an intelligence briefing that Mojtaba Khamenei may be gay. The allegation was reportedly considered a factor in succession discussions involving his father.

A senior Hamas official condemned Board of Peace envoy Nickolay Mladenov for urging that Gaza reconstruction be conditioned on Hamas disarmament. The criticism follows remarks made at the United Nations Security Council and reflects growing tensions over ceasefire terms.

Shas strongly criticized former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett after he suggested he would form a government with anyone who serves in the Israel Defense Forces. The party accused him of incitement and deepening divisions during wartime.

Kiren Rijiju said India remains one of the few nations engaging all sides in the West Asia conflict. He defended the government’s diplomatic outreach and said opposition parties expressed support after a recent all party meeting.

Israel's security cabinet reportedly approved the legalization of 30 unauthorized West Bank outposts despite mounting settler violence and military manpower concerns. The decision comes as forces are redirected to address unrest in the territory.

Over 1,000 staff at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation walked off the job for 24 hours over pay, but several high profile presenters continued working. Management criticised the strike as audience numbers fell, while two leading hosts separately sought funding for their podcast.

The United States is weighing whether to divert weapons meant for Ukraine to the Middle East as operations against Iran strain munitions supplies. Officials say deliveries to Kyiv through allied funding mechanisms are continuing.

Naftali Bennett says he will replace Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of dividing the country and putting politics above security. Bennett outlined conditions for any future partnership while calling for sweeping changes to military service policy.