Flydubai Probe Expands: Australia has launched a probe into the Omani co-pilot’s past after his alleged axe attack on an Israel-bound flight, while Israel continues vetting scrutiny and the wider security review ripples across the region. Iran-US Talks & Hormuz Standoff: Iran says it’s reviewing US feedback on a seven-day proposal and insists the Strait of Hormuz stays closed until seven conditions are met, as officials warn against using regional territory for attacks. Gaza Media Toll: Palestinians held a mass funeral in Gaza for 105 people killed in Israeli strikes, including 60 children, as Gaza’s health system strains under fuel and medicine shortages. West Bank Crackdown: Israeli forces demolished a Birzeit University memorial and arrested 12 Palestinians during raids, alongside reports of attacks on farmers and olive harvests. Iraq Sovereignty Row: Iraq’s PM ordered an investigation after US flags were trampled during Baghdad parades by Iran-aligned militias. Tech & Marcom in MENA: Qatar’s Es’hailSat showcased sovereign satellite connectivity at CABSAT SATExpo in Dubai, while Dubai-based firms pushed AI automation and security orchestration partnerships. Press Freedom Under Pressure: Egypt arrested all six journalists from Matsadaash, alleging links to the Muslim Brotherhood, adding to the week’s media crackdown headlines.