League affirms the 'centrality of the Palestinian cause and our absolute support for the Palestinian people's inalienable rights'

Kings, emirs, presidents and prime ministers are discussing various thorny issues including 'tensions and crises' in the region

Algerian state media says crown prince informed President Abdelmadjid Tebboune that he will not attend gathering; Saudis offer no information about de facto ruler's health

Israeli daily says Pompeo's Mideast tour aimed at garnering support for move; Bahrain, Oman, Morocco, Sudan and Chad said to confirm participation, while Palestinians refuse