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Yemen: Flash floods injure 10+ in Aden as climate toll mounts

Yemen has experienced deadly flooding in recent years, further impacting the ongoing displacement crisis in the country.

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Iran plans 20 satellites, test launch by end of 2025: What to know

Iran plans 20 satellites, test launch by end of 2025: What to know

Iran is seeking investment in its space agency and has made progress in developing satellites in the face of sanctions, though reliance on Russia...

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Lebanon's PM slams Hezbollah chief for making 'threat of civil war'

Lebanon's PM slams Hezbollah chief for making 'threat of civil war'

Tensions are rising as Lebanon’s government, under pressure from the US, moves forward with a plan to disarm the Iran-backed Hezbollah.

15.08.2025 6

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UN: Syria's March violence saw ‘likely’ war crimes by Damascus, Assad remnants

UN: Syria's March violence saw ‘likely’ war crimes by Damascus, Assad remnants

The United Nations noted deliberate targeting of Alawite civilians in its report on the killings along the Syrian coast and called on the government...

15.08.2025 6

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Tehran’s dams at 19% as Iran water crisis worsens: What to know

Tehran’s dams at 19% as Iran water crisis worsens: What to know

The water levels in dams across Iran are falling amid hot temperatures, as the government pleads with the public to cut consumption.

14.08.2025 4

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Dubai Police to host expanded esports event amid UAE gaming push: What to know

Dubai Police to host expanded esports event amid UAE gaming push: What to know

The UAE wants to grow its esports sector as part of its economic diversification plans, mirroring a similar endeavor in neighboring Saudi Arabia.

12.08.2025 4

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Germany to halt Israel military exports that can be used in Gaza: What to know

Germany to halt Israel military exports that can be used in Gaza: What to know

Germany, traditionally one of Israel’s strongest allies in Europe, has been under pressure to toughen its stance toward the war in Gaza as the...

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Jordanian official says Arabs will only support what Palestinians agree and decide on

Jordanian official says Arabs will only support what Palestinians agree and decide on

AMMAN (Reuters) -A Jordanian official told Reuters on Thursday that Arabs "will only support what Palestinians agree and decide on" after Israeli...

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Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid airport sets record with 3.9M passengers in July

Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid airport sets record with 3.9M passengers in July

Air travel is a part of the Vision 2030 plan to diversify the economy, though challenges remain in attracting tourists and catching up to other Gulf...

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Sudan says army destroys Emirati aircraft, killing 40 mercenaries

Sudan says army destroys Emirati aircraft, killing 40 mercenaries

Sudan's air force has destroyed an Emirati aircraft carrying Colombian mercenaries as it landed at a paramilitary-controlled airport in Darfur,...

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Lebanon's Hezbollah rejects cabinet decision to disarm it

Lebanon's Hezbollah rejects cabinet decision to disarm it

Hezbollah said Wednesday that it would treat a Lebanese government decision to disarm the militant group "as if it did not exist", accusing the...

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Grok, is that Gaza? AI image checks mislocate news photographs

Grok, is that Gaza? AI image checks mislocate news photographs

This image by AFP photojournalist Omar al-Qattaa shows a skeletal, underfed girl in Gaza, where Israel's blockade has fuelled fears of mass famine in...

07.08.2025 6

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Israel bans Jerusalem grand mufti from Al-Aqsa: What to know

Israel bans Jerusalem grand mufti from Al-Aqsa: What to know

The decision follows a controversial visit to the holy site by far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

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Hezbollah says Lebanon cabinet decision to limit arms to state is 'grave sin'

Hezbollah says Lebanon cabinet decision to limit arms to state is 'grave sin'

BEIRUT (Reuters) -Hezbollah said on Wednesday the Lebanese government was committing a "grave sin" by tasking the army with establishing a state...

06.08.2025 4

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Syria thwarts church attack in Tartous, blames Assad 'remnants': What to know

Syria thwarts church attack in Tartous, blames Assad 'remnants': What to know

Syrian officials blamed the attack on a group affiliated with the government of former President Bashar al-Assad.

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UAE’s ADNOC inks 10-year gas deal with India: What to know

UAE’s ADNOC inks 10-year gas deal with India: What to know

The UAE is seeking to export more gas to India as domestic consumption is projected to rise in the South Asian country.

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US calls Saudi-French UN conference on Palestine ‘publicity stunt’ as Riyadh rallies behind PA

US calls Saudi-French UN conference on Palestine ‘publicity stunt’ as Riyadh rallies behind PA

The United Nations conference on Palestinian statehood featured strong support for the Palestinian Authority’s efforts to return to Gaza even as the...

29.07.2025 4

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UAE’s AD Ports Group opens first China office: What to know

UAE-China trade relations are on the rise amid persistent US scrutiny over sensitive technology.

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US to bring delegation home from Gaza truce talks, envoy Witkoff says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. Middle East peace envoy Steve Witkoff said on Thursday that the Trump administration has decided to bring its team home...

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Why are Gazans not getting sorely needed aid?

Gazans are in desperate need of essentials after more than 21 months of war, but efforts to get aid into the Palestinian territory -- and to its...

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US will not attend Israel two-state conference at UN, State Dept says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States will not attend an upcoming conference on an Israel two-state solution, State Department deputy spokesperson...

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Macron declares France will recognize Palestine as a state

Macron said he will formalize the decision at the United Nations General Assembly in September.

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WHO chief says 'large proportion' of Gaza's people 'starving'

The World Health Organization's chief warned Wednesday of widespread starvation in Gaza, saying food deliveries into the war-ravaged Palestinian...

23.07.2025 4

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2 Iranian border guards killed in Kurdistan province: What to know

Iraq agreed to move Iranian Kurdish groups farther from the border in 2023, but some clashes have occurred since then.

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Saudi crude oil exports hit 3-month high as production soars: What to know

The increase comes as the kingdom is reeling from negative effects of lower oil prices and production boosts from OPEC under US pressure.

22.07.2025 4

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As Bedouins mobilize, clashes with Druze resume in Syria’s Suwayda: What to know

Despite a ceasefire agreement, fighting involving the government, Bedouin clans and Druze fighters spiraled on Friday.

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Israel bombs Syria army HQ after warning Damascus to leave Druze alone

Israel bombed the Syrian army headquarters in Damascus on Wednesday after warning the Islamist-led government to leave the Druze minority alone in its...

16.07.2025 4

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Syria: Heavy Israeli strikes in Damascus as fighting rages in Druze city of Suwayda

The latest Israeli military actions follow renewed fighting in Suwayda and reports of violations against civilians.

16.07.2025 5

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Syria announces ceasefire in Druze city of Suwayda: What to know

The ceasefire followed deadly clashes between the Druze of Suwayda and Bedouin tribes that left over 100 people dead.

15.07.2025 4

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Iran’s Araghchi to meet China, Russia FMs at Shanghai Cooperation meeting

Iran is seeking to deepen economic ties with the China-led bloc amid US sanctions and the aftermath of last month's war with Israel.

15.07.2025 10

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From Iraq to Algeria, Trump’s looming tariffs could target 4 MENA countries

The United States has a trade deficit with Iraq, Algeria, Libya and Tunisia, according to the US government, prompting the president to send them...

11.07.2025 4

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Jordan targets charities for alleged Muslim Brotherhood ties: What to know

Jordan banned the Muslim Brotherhood in April and arrested some senior members of the related Islamic Action Front last month.

09.07.2025 3

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Syria’s Sharaa in UAE seeking investments amid Israel talks push

The UAE has concerns about Syria’s new Islamist government, said one expert, but is nonetheless seeking to engage with Damascus politically and...

07.07.2025 4

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Norway removes sanctions on Syria: What to know

Norway has moved to increase humanitarian assistance to Syria.

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Israel announces capture of 'Iranian cell' in Syria: What to know

The operation comes amid potential progress in Israel-Syria normalization talks.

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Rebuking 5-year sentence, France urges Algeria to pardon Sansal: What to know

France-Algeria relations have deteriorated recently, marked by expulsions of diplomats and tensions over Moroccan control of Western Sahara, migration...

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Iran’s rial falls by 3% as Tehran grapples with war aftermath

The rial has fallen considerably since May, as officials lash out against the US despite the recent conflict coming to a close.

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US envoy in Saudi Arabia to coordinate Syria support amid Abraham Accords push

Tom Barrack, who has been vocal about the need to engage the new Syrian government, said the Trump administration’s goal is to protect the country...

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Netanyahu asks court to postpone corruption trial summons: lawyer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked a court on Thursday to postpone his testimony in his long-running corruption trial, after US President...

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Cristiano Ronaldo to stay at Al Nassr until 2027

Cristiano Ronaldo inked a two-year extension with Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr, the club announced Thursday, following months of speculation over which...

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Netanyahu seeks to postpone trial summons after Trump backing

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked a court on Thursday to postpone his testimony in his long-running corruption trial, after US President...

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In first speech after war, Khamenei strikes defiant tone against US, Israel

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed Iran would not "surrender" to the US and made a number of claims about the damage inflicted on Israel and the US base in...

26.06.2025 10

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As Iran ceasefire holds, Israel gas fields resume production: What to know

Egypt and Jordan are increasingly reliant on Israel for gas despite tensions over Gaza, but the conflict with Iran threatened their imports.

26.06.2025 4

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Abbas sends letter to Trump, offers to work on Israeli-Palestinian deal

In the letter, Abbas showered Trump with praise, saying the US president "can achieve what seemed impossible: a recognized, free, sovereign, and...

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Iraq orders investigation after attacks on Taji, Imam Ali bases: What to know

The attacks were carried out with "several small suicide drones" and began hours after Iran targeted a US military base in Qatar.

24.06.2025 7

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US 'must now await' response, Iran warns, downplaying nuclear damage

Islamic Republic officials acknowledged limited damage to nuclear sites following the American strikes and vowed to attack the United States and...

22.06.2025 2

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Was Maher al-Assad, brother of ousted Syrian president, spotted in Moscow?

Maher al-Assad is wanted for war crimes and reportedly fled to Russia by way of Iraq as rebel forces took over Syria.

19.06.2025 9

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China, India, EU countries evacuate citizens from Iran and Israel

Some countries are urging citizens to leave Israel and Iran via land borders as the airports remain closed.

18.06.2025 10

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State TV to IRGC elite: Here are Israel’s main targets in Iran war

At least seven senior Iranian officials have been killed in the Israeli strikes, which have expanded to include government institutions and energy...

17.06.2025 3

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As dinar drops, Iraq says embassies safe in light of US-Iran tension

The Iraqi dinar fell slightly on Thursday, as the country responds to the latest round of potential escalation between the United States and Iran.

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