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1. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says China and Qatar attempt to politically 'besiege' Israel

   Netanyahu spoke to a delegation of US legislators in Jerusalem on Monday.

2. Qatar: Arab and Islamic leaders hold emergency summit in Doha, a week after Israeli strike

   Qatar’s ruling emir accused Israel of not caring about its hostages held in Gaza and instead only working to "ensure Gaza is no longer livable."

3. South Sudan in peril as opposition calls for regime change after treason charges against Machar

   The delicate peace agreement holding the world's youngest nation together is unraveling, sparking fears of a return to full-scale civil war.

4. Tanzania: Opposition presidential candidate Luhaga Mpina barred from running for second time

   Tanzania's Independent National Electoral Commission disqualified the leader of the ACT-Wazalendo, reversing a decision made just days earlier.

5. Nepal’s interim PM appoints cabinet amid post-protest recovery

   In a move to stabilize the nation after deadly anti-government demonstrations, Nepal’s Prime Minister Sushila Karki appointed three key ministers to her interim government on Monday, tasking them with preparing for new elections scheduled for March.