Border Travel & Delays: Jordan’s King Hussein Bridge remains a high-stress crossing for West Bank travelers, with reports of long waits, complex procedures, and recurring complaints about fees and informal payments that leave people reluctant to file formal grievances. Gaza Travel Safety: Despite a ceasefire, fresh Israeli strikes hit Gaza, including a drone attack on civilians in Deir el-Balah and a tent strike on Khan Younis beach, killing at least five and injuring dozens—another reminder that movement and shelter remain precarious. Humanitarian Crisis at the Coast: An Israeli strike on the al-Mawasi area in Khan Younis reportedly killed a mother and child and destroyed over 100 tents, worsening displacement and accommodation shortages. Migration by Sea: A Gaza father and son reportedly swam about 8 km from Turkey to the Greek island of Kos in seven hours, reaching shore exhausted and hiding from immigration authorities before help arrived. Tourism in Bethlehem: Bethlehem says it’s dismantling Christmas decorations and replacing holiday events with protest-focused programming, as the war has sharply reduced tourism and travel. Culture & Film: A Doha Film Institute program in Mexico showcased contemporary Arab cinema, including Palestine, drawing strong audiences and highlighting identity and memory stories. Regional Mobility: Oman reiterates it opposes transit fees through the Strait of Hormuz, arguing they’re prohibited under international law while supporting voluntary safety mechanisms.