Israel-Australia Fallout: Australia summoned Israel’s ambassador and said it is “outraged” after Israel decided not to pursue criminal proceedings over the 2024 Gaza killing of aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six World Central Kitchen colleagues, calling the move insulting and “far short of the accountability” Canberra expects. IDF Accountability Debate: Israel’s military advocate-general released a first public accounting of wartime misconduct cases, underscoring that investigations are meant to sort tragic errors from criminal conduct. Gaza Siege Impact: In Qusra, a prolonged Israeli siege around homes is disrupting food, medicine and schooling for about 15 Palestinians, with children among those most affected. Syria-Turkiye Tensions: Israel struck Syria’s Abu al-Duhur air base in Idlib, with Damascus, Ankara and Washington condemning the move and warning of escalation risks. Syria-Pakistan Diplomacy: Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani arrived in Islamabad for a two-day visit aimed at boosting bilateral ties and discussing regional developments. Iran Pressure & Oil: Trump warned countries aiding Iran with “economic consequences,” while oil prices climbed for a fifth day as Hormuz-related uncertainty and Iran-economy pressure reshaped markets. UAE Cuts Iran Links: The UAE suspended trade with Iran after renewed missile fire, further isolating Tehran. Regional Security Pacts: A former Indian minister questioned whether Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan’s “Mecca Pact” is evolving into an “Islamic NATO,” calling for clarity on its next steps and defined adversary.