New Delhi announced plans to lease out public infrastructure (Hindustan Times) to private operators over the next four years to raise around $81 billion for new infrastructure investments.
Egypt Closes Border With Gaza to Pressure Hamas
Egypt closed its main border crossing with the Gaza Strip yesterday in connection with efforts to broker a long-term cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian militant group that governs Gaza, Egyptian officials told the Associated Press. The move is reportedly meant to pressure Hamas into making progress in negotiations.
CFR’s Steven A. Cook discusses Egypt’s role in managing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Iran: The head of Iran’s prison system confirmed the authenticity of videos published by the Associated Press that showed abuse at the country’s Evin prison, saying he took responsibility for “unacceptable behaviors.” The prison has often held political prisoners and those with ties to the West
