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As Iran marks revolution anniversary, official insists missile program nonnegotiable

As Iran marks revolution anniversary, official insists missile program nonnegotiable

Iranian president says Tehran won’t yield to ‘excessive demands’ from US; Tehran rally attendees chant ‘Death to America and...

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Trump: Netanyahu ‘wants a good deal’ with Iran, nuclear talks this time ‘are different’

Trump: Netanyahu ‘wants a good deal’ with Iran, nuclear talks this time ‘are different’

On eve of PM’s visit, US president says either Iran makes a deal or ‘we will have to do something very tough’; top Iranian...

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White House takes down Vance post calling WWI massacre of Armenians ‘genocide’

White House takes down Vance post calling WWI massacre of Armenians ‘genocide’

US and NATO ally Turkey denies genocide of Armenian population in 1915; Vance aide claims description of post on VP’s visit to memorial in...

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Likud minister says latest West Bank measures amount to ‘de facto sovereignty’

Likud minister says latest West Bank measures amount to ‘de facto sovereignty’

German envoys to Israel and Palestinian Authority join international condemnation of policies extending control over West Bank, insisting area key...

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Israel slips to 35th place in corruption index amid ‘worrying’ trend in democracies

Israel slips to 35th place in corruption index amid ‘worrying’ trend in democracies

Transparency International watchdog says average global score of perceived corruption is worst in decade, with the US sliding to its lowest-ever score...

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Egypt blocks Epstein-themed party; calls for Starmer’s exit mount as he stays defiant

Egypt blocks Epstein-themed party; calls for Starmer’s exit mount as he stays defiant

UK’s PM rebuffs calls to step down over appointment of US envoy with Epstein ties, as royal family says they will cooperate with probe over...

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Iran warns US against Israel’s ‘destructive’ influence on negotiations

Iran warns US against Israel’s ‘destructive’ influence on negotiations

Spokesman says talks with US showed enough consensus to continue diplomatic process after ‘very bad experience’ of June war; Khamenei...

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Iran steps up arrests, floats ‘diluting’ its enriched uranium as Netanyahu heads to US

Iran steps up arrests, floats ‘diluting’ its enriched uranium as Netanyahu heads to US

PM set to give Trump latest intel; Tehran’s atomic chief floats downblending near-weapons-grade nuclear material in exchange for sanctions...

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Protests in Sydney against Herzog’s visit turn violent amid scuffles with police

Protests in Sydney against Herzog’s visit turn violent amid scuffles with police

Authorities said to arrest at least 15 protesters, pepper spray others at rally; activists also march in Melbourne, chanting, ‘From the river to...

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At least 14 killed in building collapse in Lebanon’s Tripoli

At least 14 killed in building collapse in Lebanon’s Tripoli

Local activists say the disaster was ‘a testament to the accumulated neglect of this forgotten city’ in country’s north

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Iran again rules out giving up uranium enrichment, suggests US not taking talks seriously

Iran again rules out giving up uranium enrichment, suggests US not taking talks seriously

FM defiant in face of new US sanctions, says Tehran isn’t afraid of US military deployment to the region, as threat of war continues to hover...

08.02.2026 2

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Trump: US had ‘very good’ talks with Iran, next round to be held early next week

Trump: US had ‘very good’ talks with Iran, next round to be held early next week

White House says president enacted new tariffs on countries that import Iranian goods; Iran’s FM insists country willing to discuss only nuclear...

07.02.2026 4

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Israel team marches to smattering of boos at Milan Winter Olympics opening ceremony

Israel team marches to smattering of boos at Milan Winter Olympics opening ceremony

‘I’m prepared, they can do whatever they want,’ says Israeli skier Barnabas Szollos; hundreds protest against ICE, which is helping...

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Diplomat: At talks with US, Iran refuses to end enrichment; missile capabilities not discussed

Diplomat: At talks with US, Iran refuses to end enrichment; missile capabilities not discussed

US said to want Tehran to show up to next meeting, expected in next few days, with tangible concession on nuclear issue; Israeli official sees deal...

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French FM says Lebanese army must be given ‘means’ to disarm Hezbollah

French FM says Lebanese army must be given ‘means’ to disarm Hezbollah

Barrot says Lebanese army should replace UN peacekeepers; French source sees window for progress with ‘weakening of Iranian regime’;...

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US-Iran nuclear talks conclude in Oman, with another round said planned for coming days

US-Iran nuclear talks conclude in Oman, with another round said planned for coming days

In apparent warning, CENTCOM chief in attendance; Iran FM says discussions focused primarily on finding framework; Omani mediator says talks useful to...

06.02.2026 2

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Lebanon accuses Israel of spraying herbicide in border areas

Lebanon accuses Israel of spraying herbicide in border areas

Footage also shows Israeli light aircraft deploying substance over southern Syria; no comment from IDF, which has been working to clear vegetation on...

06.02.2026 2

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US-Iran talks begin in Oman amid deep rifts and mounting war fears

US-Iran talks begin in Oman amid deep rifts and mounting war fears

White House reiterates Trump has ‘many options at his disposal’ as Islamic Republic insists talks focus only on nuclear issues, not...

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Anti-Israel activists announce plans for new Gaza flotilla in March

Anti-Israel activists announce plans for new Gaza flotilla in March

Campaigners including Nelson Mandela’s grandson call on international community to prevent Israel from again intercepting flotilla, which is...

05.02.2026 2

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Iran’s army says it is ready for war, if that’s what ‘the enemy chooses’

Iran’s army says it is ready for war, if that’s what ‘the enemy chooses’

Military spokesman warns that a conflict would encompass ‘the entire geography of the region’; Turkey says it’s working to prevent...

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Starmer apologizes to Epstein victims for appointing Mandelson, defies calls to resign

Starmer apologizes to Epstein victims for appointing Mandelson, defies calls to resign

Embattled British prime minister says ‘depth and darkness’ of relationship between sex trafficker and former US ambassador wasn’t...

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UN human rights agency says it’s in ‘survival mode’ due to funding shortfalls

UN human rights agency says it’s in ‘survival mode’ due to funding shortfalls

Chief Volker Turk appeals for $400 million in voluntary funding from countries, warns budget cuts ‘untie perpetrators’ hands everywhere,...

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Jewish community tells Man City coach to ‘focus on soccer’ after he decries ‘genocide in Palestine’

Jewish community tells Man City coach to ‘focus on soccer’ after he decries ‘genocide in Palestine’

Local Jewish group say remarks by Pep Guardiola ‘especially galling given his total failure… to display any solidarity with the Jewish...

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Terror charges added to indictment against man accused of killing Israeli Embassy staffers

Terror charges added to indictment against man accused of killing Israeli Embassy staffers

Defendant in murder of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim hit with four additional counts of terrorism that US attorney in DC notes ‘carry a...

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UK jury finds pro-Palestinian activists who stormed Elbit factory not guilty

Palestine Action members acquitted of aggravated burglary, with one also found not guilty of causing grievous bodily harm despite being filmed...

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UK police open probe into whether former ambassador to US leaked info to Epstein

UK police open probe into whether former ambassador to US leaked info to Epstein

British PM says government will cooperate with investigation of Peter Mandelson, who claims he can’t recall any payments from the sex offender;...

04.02.2026 2

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Turkey’s Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia as ties between former rivals warm

Turkey’s Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia as ties between former rivals warm

Ankara seeks to finalize negotiations on free trade deal with Riyadh; sides agree to boost cooperation on oil, petroleum products, petrochemicals and...

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US downs Iranian drone flying toward aircraft carrier; PM to Witkoff: Iran can’t be trusted

US downs Iranian drone flying toward aircraft carrier; PM to Witkoff: Iran can’t be trusted

American military accuses IRGC of also harassing a US merchant vessel in Strait of Hormuz; regional source says Tehran demanding location and format...

04.02.2026 4

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Son of late Libyan dictator Gaddafi said killed in his home outside Tripoli

Son of late Libyan dictator Gaddafi said killed in his home outside Tripoli

Circumstances of Seif al-Islam Gaddafi’s death not immediately clear; father Muammar ruled country for 40 years before being killed in 2011...

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Germany says far-right AfD party’s new youth wing maintains extremist links

Germany says far-right AfD party’s new youth wing maintains extremist links

Interior Ministry finds speeches at founding conference had racial, ethnocentric ‘understanding of nation,’ reflected hostility against...

03.02.2026 2

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UK’s former US envoy quits House of Lords amid backlash over Epstein ties

UK’s former US envoy quits House of Lords amid backlash over Epstein ties

Parliament preparing legislation to strip Lord Mandelson of title after released records show correspondence with Epstein, $75,000 in payments from...

03.02.2026 2

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Iran’s president seeks ‘fair and equitable negotiations’ with the US

Iran’s president seeks ‘fair and equitable negotiations’ with the US

Talks expected to begin in Turkey on Friday, although top Khamenei adviser says they will likely be indirect at first; UAE official says Tehran must...

03.02.2026 3

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As US and Iran set for talks, Trump warns ‘bad things’ will happen if no deal reached

As US and Iran set for talks, Trump warns ‘bad things’ will happen if no deal reached

Regime reported to fear American strike may reignite protests, imperil its rule; Israel expected to stress to Washington importance of curbs on...

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UK sanctions Iran interior minister, other officials over protester crackdown

UK sanctions Iran interior minister, other officials over protester crackdown

Measures including asset freeze and travel ban placed on minister, senior police chiefs, Revolutionary Guard figures, judges and a security agency for...

02.02.2026 2

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Ahead of Friday nuclear talks with Iran, Witkoff heading to Israel to meet PM, Zamir

Ahead of Friday nuclear talks with Iran, Witkoff heading to Israel to meet PM, Zamir

Trump envoy reportedly to meet with Iranian FM in Istanbul after country’s president orders start of negotiations; Kremlin offers to process or...

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After US warning, Iran say no plans to carry out live-fire exercises in Strait of Hormuz

After US warning, Iran say no plans to carry out live-fire exercises in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian official denies planned drill after state TV announced it; CENTCOM had said it ‘will not tolerate unsafe IRGC actions’ in key sea...

01.02.2026 2

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In direct threat, Khamenei warns of regional war if US attacks Iran

In direct threat, Khamenei warns of regional war if US attacks Iran

Supreme leader says Washington knows that conflict would spread, Iranians not afraid; in tit-for-tat, Tehran’s parliament designates European...

01.02.2026 3

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Khamenei makes first public appearance in weeks as Iran makes new threats against US, Israel

Khamenei makes first public appearance in weeks as Iran makes new threats against US, Israel

Tehran again blames US, Israel and the Europeans for fomenting unrest; Official confirms children were among those arrested in anti-government...

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After lavish debut, Melania Trump’s atypical, divisive documentary opens in theaters

After lavish debut, Melania Trump’s atypical, divisive documentary opens in theaters

Amazon-backed film about US first lady gets mixed reviews while underscoring Donald Trump’s business alliances and marking a return for...

31.01.2026 2

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Iran says defense capabilities ‘never’ up for negotiation; US missile destroyer in Eilat

Iran says defense capabilities ‘never’ up for negotiation; US missile destroyer in Eilat

Tehran’s FM Araghchi says ready for talks ‘on equal footing, based on mutual respect,’ as US military buildup in region continues;...

30.01.2026 2

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EU lists Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terror group over protest crackdown

EU lists Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terror group over protest crackdown

Israel welcomes decision, says it’ll ease process to build cases against IRGC members, as countries will only have to prove ties to group, not...

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Houthi harassment forcing World Food Program to shut in north Yemen, officials say

Houthi harassment forcing World Food Program to shut in north Yemen, officials say

UN agency had suspended operations in August, and 365 staff will be laid off by March, sources report, citing terror group’s arrests of workers...

29.01.2026 2

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EU set to list Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as terrorist group after protest crackdown

EU set to list Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as terrorist group after protest crackdown

Top diplomat says listing will put IRGC on same footing as Hamas, al-Qaeda and ISIS: ‘If you act as a terrorist, you should also be treated as...

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Russia, Turkey seeking US-Iran talks to stave off conflict amid Trump’s threats

Russia, Turkey seeking US-Iran talks to stave off conflict amid Trump’s threats

Kremlin spokesperson warns of ‘very dangerous consequences’ if force used; officials say Turkish FM will offer mediation during meeting...

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Germany’s Merz says rules-based world not dead despite facing ‘rough winds’

Germany’s Merz says rules-based world not dead despite facing ‘rough winds’

Chancellor advocates bolstering NATO in Europe while maintaining links to US, after standoff over Greenland and amid Russian war on Ukraine

29.01.2026 2

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In major reversal, France now supports move to put Iran’s IRGC on EU terrorism list

In major reversal, France now supports move to put Iran’s IRGC on EU terrorism list

After long bucking EU allies’ desire to list Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in fear of harming ties with Tehran, Paris says it backs move...

29.01.2026 3

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Trump: ‘A beautiful armada’ is sailing toward Iran, ‘I hope they make a deal’

Trump: ‘A beautiful armada’ is sailing toward Iran, ‘I hope they make a deal’

Iran’s Araghchi says not in contact with Witkoff, but intermediaries holding consultations; watchdog says 6,126 killed in crackdown, further...

28.01.2026 20

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Iranian president says US threats ‘will achieve nothing other than instability’

Iranian president says US threats ‘will achieve nothing other than instability’

Revolutionary Guards commander warns neighboring countries they’ll be considered hostile if an attack goes through their territory; EU to levy...

28.01.2026 1

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UN launches push to return Gazan children to school in aftermath of war

UN launches push to return Gazan children to school in aftermath of war

UNICEF says it needs $86 million for education program as school materials enter Gaza after being blocked for two years; Israel says learning kits,...

27.01.2026 0

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UN experts slam trespassing convictions for Swiss students over anti-Israel sit-in

UN experts slam trespassing convictions for Swiss students over anti-Israel sit-in

Special rapporteurs on rights to free expression, assembly say activism ‘must not be criminalized,’ after students each fined some $3,500...

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