The story: The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)—a regulatory authority that governs air navigation—has agreed to the establishment of new Qatari airspace zones. The move certifies Qatari sovereignty over surrounding airspace, and comes on the helm of an effort that was initiated after Doha saw its Arab neighbors block land and air routes in 2017.

The coverage: At the conclusion of ICAO’s 223rd session on June 29...