Gaza Negotiations: Israel’s Netanyahu denies agreeing to a US-backed Gaza plan, saying it was a draft he rejected and that any withdrawal won’t happen until Hamas is fully disarmed, as internal coalition pressure grows. Middle East Security & Jobs: Houthis claim fresh attacks on Saudi shipping and Najran Airport, underscoring ongoing disruption risk for regional employers and workers. Labour Market Pressure (UK): UK services firms cut jobs for the 22nd straight month, even as activity returns to growth, highlighting hiring caution that jobseekers should expect. AI & Work Risk (World Bank): A new World Bank report warns AI job displacement risk is over three times higher in high-income countries, with knock-on effects for white-collar hiring. Hiring & Compliance (UAE): UAE corporate card and e-invoicing shifts are pushing SMEs toward spend automation and tighter compliance—creating demand for finance ops and HR-adjacent admin roles. Saudi Employment Programs: Riyadh Air launches employment-linked aviation scholarship programmes, adding new talent pipelines for airline and aviation careers. OFW Support (Saudi): A Saudi-based OFW accused of abuse has escaped and is under embassy care pending repatriation, spotlighting worker protection and HR due diligence. Tourism & Skills (Egypt): Egypt’s Rashid port upgrades are expected to create thousands of jobs across logistics and fisheries services.