Israel · Country watch
US Expands Iran Sanctions, Nice's Actimize Sale Talks
US sanctions disrupt Iranian flights; Brookfield eyes acquisition of Nice's Actimize.
In this briefing Brookfield Asset Management · Nice Ltd · United States Department of the Treasury · Iran Air · Central Elections Committee (Israel) · Ra'am (United Arab List) · Joint List
Regulation
Nothing significant reported today.
Disruption
Nothing significant reported today.
Internal tension
Nothing significant reported today.
Safety & health
Nothing significant reported today.
Companies
Brookfield in talks to acquire Nice's Actimize
Brookfield Asset Management is reportedly in discussions to acquire Nice Ltd's Actimize division for $2 billion, according to Globes. Actimize, which specializes in financial risk management solutions, could enhance Brookfield's portfolio in the financial technology sector. The acquisition talks are still in the early stages, and no final agreement has been reached. This potential deal highlights Brookfield's interest in expanding its technology and finance-related investments.
Impact Investors in Nice Ltd and Brookfield Asset Management may see changes in stock valuations and strategic direction.
Sources: Globes ↗
Markets
Nothing significant reported today.
Trade
US expands Iran sanctions to airlines, suppliers
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The United States has expanded its sanctions on Iran to include airlines and service providers, warning that those who continue to serve Iranian carriers risk losing access to the dollar system, according to Ynet. This move has already led to flight cancellations, impacting routes across the region. The sanctions aim to further isolate Iran economically, with China and Russia reportedly resisting the pressure. The development comes amid heightened tensions between the US and Iran.
Impact Airlines and service providers face operational disruptions and financial risks due to new US sanctions on Iran.
Sources: Ynet ↗
Politics
Arab Ra'am, Joint List barred from elections
The Central Elections Committee (CEC) has temporarily barred the Arab Ra'am and Joint List parties from participating in the upcoming October elections, pending a Supreme Court ruling, according to the Jerusalem Post. The decision could significantly impact the political landscape in Israel, as these parties represent a substantial portion of the Arab-Israeli electorate. The Supreme Court's ruling will determine whether these parties can contest in the elections, influencing the composition of the next Knesset.
Impact Arab-Israeli voters face uncertainty in political representation pending a Supreme Court decision.
Watch The Supreme Court ruling on the CEC decision is pending.
Sources: Jerusalem Post ↗
Also today in Israel
- Gaza Board of Peace unveils $2.45B rebuilding push: ‘Hamas ready to disarm’ — Ynet
- Hackers broke into FBI systems and stole personal information on thousands of agents — Ynet
- US drafted a memo condemning UK over West Bank sanctions. The White House shelved it. — Ynet
- ‘Dangers of Israel and Zionism’: Morocco’s Islamists seek comeback as country votes — Ynet
- Election panel banning all Arab parties reveals who Netanyahu's rivals truly are — Haaretz
- Israel's top court delays decision on Oct. 7 state probe petitions until after election — Haaretz
- Случайная ошибка парализовала аэропорты США – подробности — cursorinfo
- Yashar members press Eisenkot to formally rule out coalition with United Arab List — Haaretz
Sources in this briefing
- Globes 1
- Jerusalem Post 1
- Ynet 1
Sources: each headline links to the original article on the publisher's site.
The same day elsewhere
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- China: China's Outward Investment, Hong Kong's Yuan Moves
- Germany: Berlin Withdraws Olympic Bid, BER Drone Disruption
- Egypt: Infrastructure Financing, Suez Canal Transits, Climate Training
- Spain: Energy Crisis Looms, Ceuta Tensions Persist
- France: Normandy Train Disruptions, Tech Power Sale
- United Kingdom: Scotland Halts Data Centres, M8 Crash Disrupts Traffic
- Indonesia: Kalimantan Flights Disrupted, Non-Subsidised Fuel Prices
- India: Cyclone Arnab Hits Odisha, Auto PLI Approvals
- Iran: Iran Revises Auto Pricing; UNGA Highlights
- Italy: Stellantis Halts Production, Sugar Tax Concerns
- Jordan: JFDA Launches Food Licensing, Hormuz Incident
- Japan: ANA Emergency Landing, Okinawa Theme Park Loss
- Kenya: CBK Fines Banks, New VAT Rules, Coast Weather Alert
- South Korea: KOSPI Gains, Won Rebounds, Bank Governance Scrutiny
- Lebanon: Lebanese Public Sector Strike, Kuwait Investment Talks
- Morocco: Low Election Turnout, Power Outage Disrupts Voting
- Mexico: Peso Depreciates, Hurricane Polo Alert, Oaxaca Unrest
- Malaysia: Fuel Prices Rise; Serian Schools Close Due to Haze
- Nigeria: Ebola Alert, Petrol Pricing, New Minimum Wage
- Netherlands: Dutch Nuclear Stake, Brabant Power Crisis, Opheusden Unrest
- Poland: Poland's 'Silent Consent' Tax Reform, Road Closure
- Portugal: Portugal Budget Debate Set, Burqa Law Enforced
- Russia: Russia Tightens Cash Export Rules, Arctic Route Expands
- Senegal: Electricity Issues and Coastal Wind Alerts
- Syria: Lebanon Entry Rules, Syrian Energy Challenges
- Turkey: MASAK Payment Limits, Inflation Expectations Shift
- Ukraine: Russian Strikes Hit Kyiv Internet, Dnipro Steel
- United States: Hurricane Threatens, Treasury Yields Surge
- Vietnam: Vietnam, Germany Rail Tech Talks; Dollar Weakens