[Yemen] Truce in Yemen shows ‘there is light at the end of the tunnel,’ UN envoy affirms. A truce will hopefully allow the transfer of much needed humanitarian aid, plus billions of dollars in relief funds from Saudi Arabia and the UAE. [All Arab News]

[Morocco] In Morocco, fisherwomen adopt new climate-resilient practices. Including women and girls in the design and implementation of climate response actions is key to addressing climate adaptation, mitigation and solutions for sustainable development and gender equality. [UN Women]

[Somalia] All-female newsroom launched in Somalia to widen media’s scope. The pioneering Bilan project, funded by UN, will report on gender-based violence, women in politics and female entrepreneurs. [The Guardian]

[Syria] WFP cash grants ignite one boy’s ambition to study. Through cash-based transfers, the World Food Programme is helping Syrian students like Issa to stay in school and boost the nutrition of their families. [Relief Web]

[United Arab Emirates] 1 Billion Meals drive to continue beyond Ramadan till target is hit. The UAE’s massive food distribution campaign will continue after Ramadan until the one-billion mark is hit, organisers have said. [Khaleej Times]

[Syria] IDP Camp Receives Healthcare for First Time in Two Years. A clinic opened its doors in the al-Rukban IDP camp, on the borders with Jordan, offering healthcare for one day only. [The Syrian Observer]

[Palestine] Gaza weaves rugs from recycled plastics. Ali Darwish Al Zaabi says he wants to help preserve the environment and save animals. [Middle East Monitor]

[Tunisia] Tunisian eco-pioneers battle to save Sahara oasis life. A remote oasis in Tunisia’s desert was exhausted by decades of wasteful water use for agriculture — but now pioneers around an eco-lodge are reviving the spot with innovative projects. [Arab News]

[MENA] How water cooperation can provide geopolitical stability in MENA. The Blue Peace Strategy promotes water sustainability as an asset for political and social peace in the region. [Al Jazeera]

[Jordan] Jordan, FAO sign agreement to improve water use efficiency in agriculture sector. The $33.25mln project aims to enhance infrastructure. [Zawya]

[Lebanon] Bicycling movement sweeps Lebanon. As Lebanon is hit hard by a series of crises, fuel shortages aggravated by the Ukraine war have pushed many Lebanese to use bicycles as transportation. [Al-Monitor]

[Egypt] Egypt can cover all electricity needs from solar energy in 10 years only due to natural favors: Energy expert. The future of renewable energy in Egypt is far more promising than that in Europe if the human factor from laws and decision makers will earnestly pave the way since nature gives the country all the ingredients for success. [Egypt Today]

[Syria] Teaching the world’s fastest calculators: mathematical triumph in Syria. “Six of Hala’s students won the International World Mental Calculation Championship in 2021.“ [Relief Web]

[Saudi Arabia] ‘Jameel Jeddan’ highlights the experiences of Saudi women. The show sheds light on coming of age, love, coping with trauma, dealing with loss, quirky anime references, outdated taboos, and the acceptance of your own reality. [Arab News]

[Egypt] 5 well-preserved 4,000-year-old tombs found in ancient Egyptian cemetery. The tombs, with beautiful ancient hieroglyphics and colorful images of sacred animals, belonged to senior officials and regional rulers. [The Jerusalem Post]

[Iraq] 4000-year-old boat excavated near the ancient city of Uruk. The tombs, with beautiful ancient hieroglyphics and colorful images of sacred animals, belonged to senior officials and regional rulers. [Heritage Daily]