Want to get the Morning Brief by email? Click here to sign up.Friday, Jan. 24, 2025Compiled by Abbas Mahfouz. Some key things to watch today:• Updates on the planned Israeli troop withdrawal, following reports of the Israeli ambassador's statement suggesting an extension of the occupation.• Developments following Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan's visit to Lebanon.• Updates on Lebanese Cabinet formation Saudi Foreign Minister urges reforms, vows support in first visit to Beirut in 15 years: Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal Bin Farhan promised his country’s support for Lebanon and called on the Lebanese to favor their collective good over narrow interests alongside the pursuit of “necessary reforms,” required as a prerequisite for Saudi Arabia’s “strengthened commitment.” Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam...
Want to get the Morning Brief by email? Click here to sign up.Friday, Jan. 24, 2025Compiled by Abbas Mahfouz. Some key things to watch today:• Updates on the planned Israeli troop withdrawal, following reports of the Israeli ambassador's statement suggesting an extension of the occupation.• Developments following Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan's visit to Lebanon.• Updates on Lebanese Cabinet formation Saudi Foreign Minister urges reforms, vows support in first visit to Beirut in 15 years: Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal Bin Farhan promised his country’s support for Lebanon and called on the Lebanese to favor their collective good over narrow interests alongside the pursuit of “necessary reforms,” required as a prerequisite for Saudi Arabia’s “strengthened commitment.” Prime Minister-designate...