West Bank Settler Violence: Israeli settlers torched olive groves near Ramallah and damaged farmland, with forces reportedly providing protection and blocking civil defence crews, adding fresh economic losses for farmers. PA Crackdown Debate: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich renewed calls to dismantle the Palestinian Authority and seize all West Bank territory, reviving fears of deeper annexation. UN Warning on Settler Terror: UN experts warned of a surge in settler attacks in the West Bank and east Jerusalem, calling it an “existential risk” to Palestinian presence. Lebanon Front and Trade Risks: As Israel presses deeper into southern Lebanon and Iran warns it may target another key shipping route after Hormuz, markets are bracing for wider disruption to global energy and shipping corridors. France Arms Show Curbs: France barred Israeli officials from Eurosatory and limited Israeli exhibitors to air-defence items, escalating diplomatic and procurement tensions. Gaza Parents Under Strain: On Global Day of Parents, reports highlighted how displaced Gaza families are stuck in a survival loop—queuing for water and food while children’s needs go unmet. Palestinian Barrier Death: A Palestinian man was shot dead at a West Bank barrier while trying to cross into Israel, with his family linking the move to worsening economic conditions. Digital Economy Launch: HalaPremium.com launched a curated MENA digital asset marketplace focused on AI, Web3 and Vision 2030 themes, signaling continued regional investment in tech-driven finance.