Daily brief
Israel has received clearance to begin new settlement construction in the West Bank, a move that is expected to draw international criticism.
Yemen's Houthi rebels declared any Israeli presence a 'legitimate target' as an Israeli minister visited the breakaway region of Somaliland (ongoing coverage).
Iran's military chief threatened a response to what he called 'threats' from President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Egypt called for global pressure to lift Israeli obstacles on aid deliveries to Gaza amid a harsh winter.
Israel's Attorney General will reject a pardon request from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.