West Bank Siege: Israeli troops moved again against settlers besieging Palestinian homes in Qusra near Nablus, after a blockade cut residents off from food and water; the U.S. ambassador Mike Huckabee called the siege a “horrific act of terror,” while Israel said it dismantled illegal outposts and detained one settler. Human Rights Watch: B’Tselem warned the Qusra actions fit an accelerating “ethnic cleansing” pattern, with settlers and soldiers reportedly praying together at the outpost. Diplomacy & Culture: The UAE and other Muslim-majority governments accused Israel of undermining a Gaza truce plan, underscoring how regional diplomacy keeps colliding with on-the-ground realities. Cyber & Crime: A China-linked mercenary hacking group “Jewelbug” is tied to both state-style espionage and large-scale cryptocurrency theft. Film & Ethics: Documentary “American Doctor” spotlights a Gaza care debate over whether to show graphic images or pixelate them. Interfaith Spotlight: Sister Gemma Del Duca was honored for decades of bridge-building between Christian and Jewish communities. Pop Culture Politics: Pro-Palestine activists in Lebanon and Jordan urged boycotts of a Spider-Man film tied to Israeli producer Avi Arad. Sports Rules: Eurovision changed hosting rules, barring winners if their country faces armed conflict or sensitive geopolitical situations. Missing Person: Russian-Israeli historian Artyom Kirpichenok disappeared after landing at Ben Gurion; reports claim Shin Bet detention, while Israel has offered no public update.