Israelis should realize that for many in the region, the Israel of the past three years is different from all previous ones.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi recently met with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in Doha this week. This significant moment seems to call for Arab leaders to grant a series of in-depth interviews to Israeli TV channels, suggests the writer.
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By Nimrod Novik
Indian and Pakistani players exchanged goodwill at the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, where Indian players reportedly shook hands with their Pakistani counterparts following their match in Kulhudhufushi, Maldives. This gesture of sportsmanship comes amid a recent controversy involving similar teams in cricket.
The handshake controversy gained widespread attention after Indian cricketers reportedly snubbed the customary handshakes following their emphatic victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025. The incident occurred after the Group Stage match on September 14, Sunday, at the Dubai International Stadium. After Suryakumar Yadav hit the winning six off Pakistan’s bowler Sufiyan Muqeem, he and teammate Shivam Dube walked straight to the dressing room, bypassing the Pakistani team.
Pakistan’s cricket team was left visibly disappointed by this gesture, with their captain Salman Ali Agha refusing to participate in the post-game presentation. Later, Suryakumar Yadav explained the decision, stating, “Some things are above sportsmanship.” He also expressed solidarity with the Indian armed forces amidst Operation Sindoor, launched by the government following the militant attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which tragically claimed at least 26 lives.
In contrast, the Indian and Pakistani players displayed a more amicable spirit in the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, with reports confirming handshakes between the two teams after Pakistan secured a 2-0 win.
Looking ahead, Indian cricketers are expected to maintain a firm stance against Pakistan in their upcoming Asia Cup Super 4 match. The two teams are scheduled to clash again on September 21 at the Dubai International Stadium. India enters the game as favorites, buoyed by their current form and the presence of skilled, multi-faceted players in their squad.
Pakistan advanced to the Super 4 stage after a convincing 41-run victory over the UAE in Dubai. The remaining teams competing in the Super 4 round include Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, setting the stage for an exciting phase of the tournament.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/did-indian-players-shake-hands-with-their-pakistani-counterparts-following-the-commonwealth-beach-handball-championship-match-heres-what-reports-say
First Lady Melania Trump and Princess Kate are set to make history with their first joint outing together. Prince William and Kate greeted U.S. President Donald Trump and the First Lady as they disembarked Marine One after landing on the grounds of the Windsor estate on Wednesday. They were then taken to meet the King and Queen.
Kate was dressed in a bold, burgundy Emilia Wickstead dress, paired with a matching hat by Jane Taylor and a feather brooch. Kate’s hat, made from luxury felt with a satin bow and veiling, retails for £2,330 and is made to measure. Meanwhile, Melania wore a Christian Dior Haute Couture dark grey suit complemented by a wide-brimmed purple hat that obscured her eyes.
Later in the day, the two women will visit Frogmore Gardens together as part of the President’s second state visit. This outing marks their first solo engagement without their respective spouses. During their visit, Melania and Kate will meet UK Scoutmaster Dwayne Fields and members of the Scouts Squirrels program. A former Scout herself, Kate has been co-president of the Scout Association since 2020.
Ahead of this historic outing, Melania and Camilla joined their spouses for the Beating Retreat military ceremony. Camilla opted for a royal blue dress and matching hat, accessorized with three strands of pearls. Her handbag matched her shoes, and she wore a gold brooch.
The Trumps stayed overnight on Tuesday at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence in London before traveling on Wednesday to Windsor Castle for a ceremonial welcome and a lavish state banquet.
Melania’s itinerary for the short visit also includes an outing with Camilla. Together, they will visit Queen Mary’s Dollhouse and the Royal Library at Windsor Castle.
This trip carries extra significance as the late Queen Elizabeth previously hosted the Trumps for a state visit during his first term. Donald Trump is now the first elected political leader in modern history to be invited to two state visits by monarchs.
Crowds have turned out to support the U.S. President in the Berkshire town, with Dianne, 52, from north London, telling The Independent that she thinks Trump is a special man. However, thousands are also set to demonstrate against Trump’s stay on the streets of London later.
The U.S. President’s visit is under tight security. Notably, four arrests were made near Windsor after pictures of Trump and the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto the castle.
Wednesday will see the President and First Lady Melania Trump treated to a military parade described by the Ministry of Defence as the largest guard of honour ever at a state visit. The day’s events will also include gun salutes, a joint U.S.-U.K. flypast, a carriage procession, and a lavish state banquet.
https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/melania-trump-kate-middleton-hat-dress-fashion-b2828931.html
**’He’s F***ing Me’: Trump Fuming Over Israel’s Gaza Strategy, Doha Strike Report**
Despite harsh words, former President Donald Trump has not publicly rebuked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. However, tensions over Gaza and Qatar are straining their once-solid alliance.
U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Prime Minister Netanyahu at the entrance of the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 7, 2025.
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By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-867856
**WATCH: Netanyahu at Fiji’s New Jerusalem Embassy: ‘Welcome to Our Capital of the Last 3,000 Years’**
Fiji has recognized a truth that many overlook — Jerusalem has been Israel’s capital for 3,000 years.
During the embassy inauguration ceremony, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the historical significance of the city. “Jerusalem has been Israel’s capital for 3,000 years,” Netanyahu said, highlighting the deep-rooted connection between the city and the Israeli people.
The event was attended by Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, marking a significant moment in diplomatic relations between the two nations.
*Photo credit: AMOS BEN-GERSHOM/GPO*
*Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka at the embassy ceremony.*
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-867844
