Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticized the Gaza peace plan announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, calling it a resounding diplomatic failure. The plan includes 20 points to end the war in Gaza and return all hostages within 72 hours of a ceasefire.

The Palestinian issue has seen rapid international developments with renewed discussions about establishing an independent Palestinian state and drafting a new constitution. This raises questions about the future of the Palestine Liberation Organization and its role as a historic umbrella representing the Palestinian people and protecting their national rights.

Trump's plan to end the Gaza war has sparked major controversy among Arabs, many of whom view it as a surrender and an end to the Palestinian cause. The 19-point plan includes disarming Gaza and establishing a temporary Palestinian technocratic government.

Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly began a field tour in Menoufia Governorate to inspect and inaugurate several developmental and service projects in various villages and centers, as part of government efforts to accelerate the implementation of national projects, especially the "Decent Life" initiative for rural development.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared his visit to the White House historic, having turned the tables on Hamas in Trump's Gaza plan by isolating the movement instead of Israel. The plan includes conditions rejected by Hamas, with Arab and Islamic world pressure now directed at Hamas to accept them.

Moldova's ruling Party of Action and Solidarity won the parliamentary elections, confirming the popular mandate for EU accession, while facing internal challenges including energy crises and the separatist Transnistria region with Russian troops.

Bahrain and the Gulf Cooperation Council have welcomed US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza, calling for a ceasefire, release of hostages, and humanitarian aid flow. The GCC emphasized the importance of establishing an independent Palestinian state on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital.

The Israeli army has imposed a curfew in several Palestinian neighborhoods in central Hebron until next Thursday, citing Jewish holidays. Israel also closed the Ibrahimi Mosque for three days and continues strict restrictions on Palestinians in the Old City.

Israel admitted its failure to hit any Houthi leaders in its attack on Sanaa, with casualties limited to non-prominent figures. The operation, named "Transient Bundle," involved dozens of aircraft and over 65 shells fired.

Afghanistan faces a second day without communication or internet services after the Taliban cut the fiber optic network. The shutdown aims to prevent "immorality" and affects phone and internet connectivity across several provinces, freezing economic activity.