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Israel has green‑lit a UAE-backed pilot project in eastern Rafah near the Yellow Line to establish temporary housing and repair civilian infrastructure, with Gaza still under Israeli security control. Palestinian observers warn the plan risks creating isolated enclaves and prolonging occupation while a limited international stabilization force is discussed.
The Times of Israel reports Team8 has launched a $265 million seed/Series A fund to back Israeli AI startups, with notable investors including Walmart, Cisco, Microsoft and Temasek. The fund also earmarks $100 million for follow-on investments, underscoring intensified global interest in AI infrastructure and security-focused ventures.
The Times of Israel reports that Ben Gvir has announced a freeze on senior police appointments except for urgent cases, citing election timing. The move follows disputes over the rank and personnel aligned with the Attorney General, with Haaretz and Channel 12 mentioning ongoing talks and potential reappointments. Other All Africa items detail corruption probes and arrests within national authorities in Malawi and Mozambique.
The government has updated the early release scheme to exclude offenders convicted of unlawful killing, manslaughter, and preventing the death of a child. Prime Minister has announced this change to ease prison overcrowding. Families affected by child deaths say the update brings relief, while critics warn dangerous criminals could still benefit.
Chelsea have been fined for secret payments to agents in a period 2011-2018. Mauricio Pochettino argues Chelsea should have been stripped of titles and the Premier League crown should go to the team that finished second in 2016-17, Tottenham, given the breaches. Pochettino’s comments come as Chelsea’s punishment is enforced and ongoing scrutiny of City’s charges continues.