In a significant turn of events across the Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed the deal on Gaza announced by U.S. President Donald Trump last month, stating that Israeli military will not withdraw until Hamas is genuinely disarmed. This rejection comes amidst ongoing discussions between Israel and Washington regarding plans for Gaza. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed that negotiations with Oman about managing the Strait of Hormuz are in their final stages. However, Araghchi clarified that this does not mean the Strait will reopen without conditions being met. The U.S. is also facing demands from Iran to permanently end hostilities, lift naval blockades, and withdraw military presence from the area, among other requests. In Yemen, Houthi rebels launched attacks on government-held ports and oil facilities in neighboring Saudi Arabia, deepening fears over threats to strategic shipping routes and a potential return to civil war. The Yemeni government reported casualties and damage from these attacks. These developments underscore the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East and the ongoing challenges faced by regional nations.