#BREAKING: Israel’s security cabinet approved the Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal.

Senior Israeli officials to Ynet:

Türkiye is not an enemy but a rival, and while there may be tensions, no one wants to escalate to military conflict.

There is ongoing dialogue with Türkiye through security channels.

Under no circumstances would we want to see Turkish military forces close to Israel’s border.

Biden administration reveals its previously classified support for Ukraine’s drone industry, investing billions to boost production capabilities.

$1.5 billion was allocated in September 2023, with an additional $800 million last fall for drone components and manufacturing support.

National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan highlighted, “UAVs are central to the fight in Ukraine and will be key in future conflicts.”

U.S.-backed drones have slowed Russian advances and destroyed 25% of Russia’s Black Sea fleet.

CIA played a critical role, with Director William Burns stating, “Our support has helped Ukrainians defend themselves with effective systems.”

Source: NYT

Hungary's Orban:

Ukraine no longer exists without Western funds.

Its economy is in ruins, and its EU membership would pose a major threat to Europe’s economy and agriculture.

Turkish Minister of Transport:

We will revive the highway and GSM network in Syria.

Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call with Trump, Xinhua reports.

Lithuania will allocate 5-6% of its GDP to defense from 2026 to 2030, Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys says.

“Difficult times demand bold decisions. We urge our allies to follow suit—‘sit-and-wait’ strategies are over.”

Yale University Law Professor Bruce Ackerman:

If you ask Donald Trump about Türkiye’s 20th-century revolution, Erdoğan, or Atatürk, he wouldn’t know. He’d ask, ‘Who’s Atatürk?’

Unlike Biden and Bush, Trump lacks knowledge about Türkiye. He has certain things that he does know. Israel, yes. Ukraine, no. Türkiye, where is it?

Trump is greatly indebted to the pro-Israeli Jewish community, which provided significant financial support during his campaign. This commitment will likely continue.

Türkiye has a strong military, and incoming Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces significant challenges.

Source: gdh

NEW: Russia and Iran signed a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement at the Kremlin.

The new deal replaces the 2001 cooperation treaty, strengthening Moscow-Tehran ties.

Trump after his phone call with China's Xi:

I had a productive call with China’s Xi Jinping, discussing trade, fentanyl, TikTok, and more.

President Xi and I will do everything possible to make the World more peaceful and safe.

Chinese President Xi Jinping:

Essence of China-US economic and trade relations is mutual benefit and win-win, confrontation and conflict should not be our choice.

Xi Jinping and Trump agreed to establish a strategic communication channel for regular contacts on key issues.

Hamas leader Basem Naim:

The Gaza deal would not have happened without Trump.

Biden administration was hesitant about reaching a deal in Gaza.

Source: Al Arabiya

PKK/YPG/SDF terror group's car bomb explosion resulted in a number of civilian casualties in Manbij.

Source: Levant 24

Turkish President Erdogan:

If those who turned Syria and our region into hell with ISIS theater in the past are trying the same plot again, this time they will not succeed.

Ukrainian soldier from the Azov Brigade destroys a Russian FPV drone with two shots.

Key points of the Russia-Iran Strategic Partnership Agreement:

— If either party is attacked, the other will not assist the aggressor.

— Russia and Iran reaffirm their commitment to military-technical cooperation as a vital element of global security.

— The countries agreed to conduct joint military exercises and strengthen collaboration.

— Both nations pledge to avoid joining sanctions imposed by third countries against each other and to refrain from unilateral coercive measures.

— Russia and Iran will work together to create a payment infrastructure independent of third countries.

— Cooperation will include arms control, disarmament, and ensuring international security.

— The two nations agreed to enhance media collaboration to counter disinformation and negative propaganda.