The trilateral partnership took shape some 15 years ago after Israel’s ties with Turkey deteriorated, even if it was initially framed in the language of energy cooperation and regional diplomacy. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will host his Greek and Cypriot counterparts in Jerusalem on Monday as part of a trilateral partnership that has steadily changed character.

Attacks have continued, as Israel has announced its intention to control swathes of south Lebanon.

A heavily mutated variant of the virus that causes Covid-19 appears to be affecting primarily children, scientists say, though it’s not causing more severe disease – in kids or in adults.