The UAE said that it intercepted a drone approaching from Iran over its territorial waters on August 31, 2026. Jordan expressed solidarity with the UAE, while Qatar called for military actions to stop and for dialogue to resume.
Sudan said it accepted a US truce proposal in principle while setting conditions for a 90-day humanitarian pause. The UN said it supports efforts toward a truce, but no final agreement has been announced.
FIFA ended the contract of chief operating officer Kevin Lamour after his public criticism of a proposed commercial project. The development has renewed questions about the federation’s governance before its March 2027 presidential election.
A Palestinian body said Israeli planning authorities were advancing plans for 1,024 settlement units on occupied West Bank land. The United Nations regards Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territory as contrary to international law.
Mauritania’s interior minister has ordered an urgent plan to improve cleanliness in Nouakchott. Authorities will monitor the company responsible for the service daily and may take action if conditions do not improve.
Iraq’s cabinet has activated a framework water agreement with Türkiye. The mechanism for financing projects under the agreement is scheduled to take effect on September 1, 2026.
The Arab League reaffirmed its support for a Libyan-led political process that seeks to unify state institutions and hold national elections. A recent UN-facilitated dialogue also produced more than 525 recommendations for Libya’s political future.
Jordan’s Water Authority launched 34 digital services covering private wells, laboratories, drilling, and treated-water requests. The initiative allows residents, businesses, and public institutions to complete transactions online.
