Economic reform is key to the future of a region which needs to diversify away from dependency on oil, or a reliance on international funding. There has been both resistance and progress so far.

The grain deal between Russia and China is part of a growing trade portfolio and has important implications for both countries and the rest of the world.

Memories of death and destruction during the 2006 war between Hezbollah and Israel are still ripe among Lebanese people who have yet to recover. Meanwhile, it's in a deep economic crisis.

From a devalued currency to a disproportionate impact on the tech sector and a collapse in foreign investment, the problems caused by Netanyahu's political crisis will be worse during open conflict

The impact of the crisis in the Middle East may pull millions more people into poverty. It will also complicate the reform process of the IMF and the World Bank to better reflect a changing globe.

Calls for a clampdown are likely to follow armed groups' use of digital money. But even if limits are introduced, they are not expected to be as effective as those on traditional currency.

Before war struck, poverty and jobless rates were sky-high and could now soar further, as conflict wipes out signs of a recovery in growth. The wider world is watching the impact on energy markets.

The global economy is intricately tied to politics and peace and Israel's war on Gaza raises geopolitical tensions in an already tense global climate.

Looming elections and populist politics seem to be behind the impasse over talks to agree reforms to unlock much-needed funds. Tunisia's credibility is being hurt by divisions within the government.

Regional collaboration is crucial for a sustainable and resilient future. From electricity grid interconnections to cross-border investments in renewable energy, working together is vital.