Israel signs off on larger deployment of Egyptian troops near Rafah; move comes as Cairo becomes increasingly open about ties with Jerusalem

Sources tell Reuters onshore pipeline could be operational in 2 years, would allow for export of another 3-5 billion cubic meters per year of natural gas

After judge rules for man who prayed in whisper at Jerusalem holy site, Omer Barlev says existing religious arrangements must be maintained 'in view of the security implications'

Israeli court was not ruling on legality of Jewish prayer, which is outlawed, but lifted a ban police had imposed on worshiper; cops appeal; Palestinians, Jordan lead objections

In meeting with Israeli counterpart in DC, US national security adviser reiterates that Washington is prepared to consider other options if talks to revive JCPOA fail

Sullivan, Hulata to hold 1st in-person meeting of bilateral forum established to address Tehran nuclear threat, will hold follow up meeting to discuss Palestinians, Abraham Accords

Route had been discreetly operated by subsidiary Air Sinai for decades in unmarked aircraft, but commercial line will now be openly run by national carrier

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan is slated to meet with his Israeli counterpart in Washington next week after his Mideast trip

Open nature of meeting sends encouraging message that cold peace could see a thaw, but Cairo remains very wary of provoking the public where anti-Israel sentiment dominates

After reportedly courting defense minister for months, opposition leader goes on offensive, though Blue and White chair brushes off criticism as meaningless