Welcome to The Times of Israel’s Daily Briefing, your 15-minute audio update on what’s happening in Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish world, from Sunday through Thursday.

Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman and Arab Affairs correspondent Aaron Boxerman join host Amanda Borschel-Dan.

Last night, Jerusalem’s Old City experienced a rocky first night of Ramadan. Boxerman explains what is different this year in the police's response.

Berman brought us two rather optimistic headlines late last week, news of a new trade deal with the United Arab Emirates and an expected visit to Israel by Turkey's foreign minister. We discuss both.

It’s 20 years since Operation Defensive Shield and the past few weeks have pointed to a new terror wave. Were there lessons learned and what are we hearing from the top?

Late last week Boxerman attended the funeral of Amir Khoury, who neutralized the Bnei Barak terrorist and paid with his life. He brings us rare signs of Israeli unity.

Discussed articles include:

Four Palestinians arrested in Damascus Gate clashes on tense first night of Ramadan

‘A historic milestone’: Israel and UAE sign free trade agreement

Turkish FM says he’ll visit Israel in May, discuss reinstalling ambassadors

Cop Amir Khoury, who halted Bnei Brak terror, mourned as ‘hero of Israel’ at funeral

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