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Russia to launch 3 Iranian satellites into orbit this month: What to know

Russia to launch 3 Iranian satellites into orbit this month: What to know

The upcoming launch will be the second time Russia’s Soyuz rockets have carried Iranian-made satellites into space.

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Lebanon's FM snubs Iran, turns down invitation to visit Tehran: What to know

Lebanon's FM snubs Iran, turns down invitation to visit Tehran: What to know

Youssef Rajji declined an invitation from his Iranian counterpart to visit Tehran, saying, "The appropriate conditions for such a visit were not...

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Clashes and protests in Lebanon over Syria's anniversary: What we know

Clashes and protests in Lebanon over Syria's anniversary: What we know

As celebrations erupted in Lebanon to commemorate the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, Hezbollah supporters held counter-rallies.

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EU countries agree positions on new asylum, migrant returns policy

EU countries agree positions on new asylum, migrant returns policy

By Julia PayneBRUSSELS, Dec 8 (Reuters) - EU countries on Monday agreed their final negotiating positions for several proposed migration laws on new ...

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Israeli police raid UN refugee agency UNRWA's East Jerusalem compound

Israeli police raid UN refugee agency UNRWA's East Jerusalem compound

By Pesha Magid and Steven ScheerJERUSALEM, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Israeli authorities entered the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency's East Jerusalem offices...

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As Syria marks one year since Assad fall, some minorities skip celebrations

As Syria marks one year since Assad fall, some minorities skip celebrations

Despite President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s vows to protect all of Syria’s communities, sectarian violence has spiked against the minorities, namely...

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China, UAE to hold third air force drills as defense ties warm: What we know

China, UAE to hold third air force drills as defense ties warm: What we know

China and the United Arab Emirates are further deepening their defense and military ties with a third round of aerial exercises.

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Lebanon awaits Pope Leo XIV as Israel escalates attacks

Lebanon awaits Pope Leo XIV as Israel escalates attacks

The pontiff's visit to Lebanon comes as many in the country fear a potential restart of the war between Israel and Hezbollah.

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Lebanon slams Iran over Hezbollah comments as one-year ceasefire wobbles

Lebanon slams Iran over Hezbollah comments as one-year ceasefire wobbles

Relations between Iran and Lebanon have been strained since Hezbollah, Tehran’s main proxy in the region, emerged weakened from last year’s war...

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Lebanon’s citizenship offer for FIFA head sparks debate over equal rights

Lebanon’s citizenship offer for FIFA head sparks debate over equal rights

Lebanon’s president has announced he will grant citizenship to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, sparking a wave of outrage.

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Curfew extended in Syria’s Homs following Bedouin-Alawite clashes: What to know

Curfew extended in Syria’s Homs following Bedouin-Alawite clashes: What to know

A precarious calm returned to Syria’s central Homs province on Monday as authorities extended a curfew and heavy security presence following a day...

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Iran accused of seizing vessel in Strait of Hormuz diverted from UAE

An oil tanker sailing under the flag of the Marshall Islands through the Strait of Hormuz was diverted into Iranian territorial waters on Friday, amid...

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Israeli settlers torch, vandalize West Bank mosque as attacks skyrocket

Israeli settlers torched a mosque in the central West Bank on Thursday amid a serious escalation in settler attacks across the Palestinian territory...

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Iran’s IRGC says it arrested hacker tied to Israeli Mossad: What we know

Iran has ramped up its crackdown against individuals suspected of collaborating with Israel amid a heated cyberwarfare between the two countries.

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Egypt recovers 36 ancient artifacts from US including mummy mask: What to know

Egypt recovered 36 ancient artifacts from the United States that had been smuggled out of the country, authorities announced on Thursday.

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Meet Rama Duwaji, Mamdani's wife and New York’s first lady of Syrian descent

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, largely stayed out of the spotlight during the campaign but her Syrian heritage has...

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Israel's Netanyahu orders immediate strikes on Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday ordered the military to carry out intense strikes on the Gaza Strip, after accusing Hamas of...

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Aid groups sound alarm on 'atrocities' after RSF captures Sudan's el-Fasher

Sudan’s RSF are facing numerous accusations of rights violations and abuses against civilians following their takeover of el-Fasher city in...

28.10.2025 3

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Lebanon draws US, Arab envoys as Israel tensions spike

Intense international and regional diplomatic efforts are underway in Lebanon to accelerate Hezbollah’s disarmament and ease tensions between...

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Russia, Iran to boost ties in ‘all areas’ as Tehran claims nuclear restrictions expired

The cooperation pledges follow the weekend's joint letter from Russia, Iran and China to the UN, disputing the validity of reimposing sanctions...

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Israel releases first batch of Palestinian bodies to Gaza

(Reuters) -A first batch of bodies of Palestinians killed during the Gaza war has arrived in the enclave after being released by Israel, local health...

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IMF lifts 2025 global growth forecast, warns of ongoing trade 'uncertainty'

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday lifted its outlook for global growth this year, flagging a milder-than-expected economic hit from President...

14.10.2025 3

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UN, Red Cross demand opening of all Gaza crossings to let in aid

The United Nations and the international Red Cross called on Tuesday for all crossings into Gaza to be opened to allow desperately needed aid into the...

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Somaliland leader courts Ethiopia in recognition push: What to know

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi visited Ethiopia for talks focused on security and economic cooperation as the Somali breakaway...

14.10.2025 3

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Trump, in Egypt, signs Gaza peace deal, vows war 'is over'

US President Donald Trump praised his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, upon his arrival to Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh ahead of a Gaza...

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Two killed by police as Morocco’s anti-government protests enter day 5

Two protesters were killed in Morocco on Wednesday as demonstrations continue.

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After China, Saudi industry minister visits Vietnam in eastward economic push

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef met with a number of Vietnamese officials on Monday as the...

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Egypt, Somalia discuss military ties as Cairo set to deploy troops for AU mission

The Egyptian and Somali defense ministers met in Cairo to discuss strengthening military cooperation, marking the latest sign of deepening...

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Sudan: RSF drone strike kills 75 in Darfur displacement camp

The strike hit a mosque at Abu Shouk camp on the outskirts of el-Fasher during morning prayers, killing dozens and underscoring the rising...

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US designates four Iran-aligned militias as terrorist organizations

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Unites States designated four Iran-aligned militia groups as foreign terrorist organizations on Wednesday, the State...

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3,000-year-old gold bracelet vanishes from Egypt museum: What we know

Egyptian authorities are searching for a 3,000-year-old gold bracelet that vanished from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.

17.09.2025 3

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Beirut blast: 5 years on, Bulgaria arrest marks breakthrough in renewed probe

Bulgarian police have arrested the owner of a ship tied to the 2020 Beirut port blast as the resumed investigation progresses.

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UAE president visits Qatar, bans Israel from Dubai Airshow after Doha strikes

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan threw his country’s support behind Qatar, saying the Israeli strikes on Qatari territory violated...

10.09.2025 5

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Lebanon faces tough test as army pushes plan to seize Hezbollah weapons

Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed preparations for a cabinet session due this week that will tackle an army...

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Living in 'sin'? Ronaldo, Rodriguez highlight Saudi double standard

When Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez announced their engagement this month, two things stood out: the outsized diamond ring, and their...

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Israel raid wounds 14 in West Bank's Ramallah: Red Crescent

The Israeli army raided the West Bank city of Ramallah on Tuesday, leaving 14 people wounded as troops fanned out across the city centre, the...

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UN inquiry on Israeli violence hampered by funding shortfall, document shows

By Emma FargeGENEVA (Reuters) -A team of U.N. investigators tasked with researching cases of violence by Israeli settlers and the transfer of arms to ...

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Lebanon’s ex-Central Bank chief to be released on $20M bail: What to know

Judicial authorities in Lebanon agreed to release former Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh on $20 million bail nearly a year after his arrest on...

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Lebanon begins disarming Palestinian factions after refugee camp hands over weapons

Lebanese and Palestinian officials confirmed that the first phase of the disarmament process of Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon has begun.

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Syria, Saudi Arabia sign mutual investments deal: What to know

The deal came during a Saudi-Syrian meeting in Riyadh that was held in continuation of the Syrian-Saudi Investment Forum held in Damascus last month...

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Meet Nadeen Ayoub, first Palestinian woman to compete at Miss Universe

The 27-year-old beauty queen, crowned Miss Palestine in 2022, will take the stage in Thailand this November, marking the first time Palestine is...

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Former hostages rally for Gaza war to end as Israel mulls updated plan

Hundreds of demonstrators including Israelis released from captivity in Gaza rallied on Thursday in Jerusalem as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...

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Lebanon cabinet backs Hezbollah disarmament as US urges year-end deadline

Lebanon’s cabinet approved Thursday the goals outlined in a US proposal on the complete disarmament of Hezbollah in exchange for the end of Israeli...

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Iran’s president to visit Armenia, China: What to know

Tehran is looking to strengthen ties with regional and Asian powers as Western sanctions continue to squeeze its economy.

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UAE president heads to Russia to meet Putin as ties grow: What to know

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan is heading to Moscow on Thursday for an official visit, his second in less than a year as...

06.08.2025 4

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Hunger must never be 'weapon of war': UN chief

UN chief Antonio Guterres on Monday said food must not be used as a weapon of war as world leaders gathered for a food summit in Africa, where 280...

28.07.2025 3

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EU Commission discusses curbs on Israel research funding amid Gaza pressure

BRUSSELS (Reuters) -European Commissioners will on Monday discuss a proposal to partially suspend Israel's access to the EU's Horizon research funding...

28.07.2025 4

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Amnesty: Syria's rulers must look into abductions of Alawite women and girls

The report comes after the coastal area witnessed deadly clashes last March between pro-Assad militias and security forces that triggered revenge...

28.07.2025 4

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France's top court annuls arrest warrant against Syria's Assad

France's highest court Friday annulled a French arrest warrant against Syria's ex-president Bashar al-Assad -- issued before his ouster -- over 2013...

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Trump dismisses Macron's plan to recognize Palestinian state

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday dismissed French President Emmanuel Macron's plan to recognize a Palestinian state at the...

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