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UAE accuses Iran of 'extortion' in Strait of Hormuz: What to know

The accusation comes as Iran continues to launch drone and missile attacks in the Gulf.

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UAE accuses Iran of 'global economic extortion' in Strait of Hormuz

The accusation comes as Iran continues to launch drone and missile attacks in the Gulf.

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Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon as Iran envoy refuses to go: What to know

Israeli forces have reportedly reached the banks of the Litani River as part of a plan to set up a buffer zone between Israel and Lebanon.

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Ukraine's Zelenskyy capitalizes on Iran war to ink security deal with Saudi Arabia

Kyiv is using its domestic production of anti-drone technology and low-cost, AI-enabled interceptor drones to help Gulf states in countering Iranian...

27.03.2026 5

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In Lebanon, deadline looms for expelling Iran envoy amid Hezbollah pushback

The Lebanese Foreign Ministry’s decision to expel the Iranian ambassador to Beirut has exposed deep divisions among the political class as...

26.03.2026 6

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Lebanon expels Iranian ambassador as war tensions mount

Lebanon has withdrawn the accreditation of Iran’s ambassador to Beirut amid mounting tensions over Hezbollah's involvement in the Iran war.

24.03.2026 5

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US tells citizens to leave Saudi Arabia as Iran strikes energy sites: What to know

The US Embassy in Riyadh urged its citizens to leave Saudi Arabia after a spike in Iranian attacks targeting energy facilities in the kingdom.

19.03.2026 10

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Iran detains over 500 accused of spying for Israel, US: What to know

Iranian authorities have arrested more than 500 people accused of helping facilitate strikes against Iran by sharing information with foreign...

16.03.2026 10

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Lebanon summons Iran envoy over Hezbollah-IRGC attacks: What to know

The move comes after Hezbollah launched over 200 rockets toward Israel, just as Iran fired a barrage of missiles, triggering a violent Israeli...

12.03.2026 10

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US cites 20,000 Iran-backed fighters in labeling Sudan Brotherhood terror group

The Specially Designated Global Terrorist label entails economic sanctions against the group, including an assets freeze, while the Foreign Terrorist...

10.03.2026 8

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Lebanon releases Hezbollah members on $20 bail as Israel escalates attacks

Hezbollah members who were arrested in Lebanon last week were released on a nominal bail under pressure from the group.

09.03.2026 5

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After Israel's ultimatum, Lebanon orders arrest of Iran IRGC members

The Lebanese government has instructed military and security agencies to arrest IRGC members in Lebanon, after Iranian-backed Hezbollah joined the...

05.03.2026 10

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In first, Lebanon government bans Hezbollah’s military activities

Lebanon’s government announced on Monday an immediate ban on Hezbollah’s military and security activities, after the group launched a series of...

02.03.2026 20

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China, Canada urge citizens to leave Iran as Tehran proxies threaten US

Other countries including the US and Australia have called for the families of diplomats to leave Lebanon and Israel amid concerns of a regional...

27.02.2026 20

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New Zealand slaps 40 Iran officials with sanctions over protest crackdown

New Zealand is the latest country after Australia, the United States, Germany and others to sanction Iran over the crackdown.

25.02.2026 10

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Lebanon FM says Israel may strike Beirut airport in war with Hezbollah

Lebanon’s top diplomat said Beirut has received warnings that Israel would strike the country’s airport in a war with Hezbollah as the specter of...

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Here is what to know about Kuwait-Iraq maritime dispute

Arab Gulf countries expressed support for Kuwait’s sovereignty after Iraq sent a revised map of its maritime borders that reignited a decades-old...

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As Hezbollah vows to defend Iran, Lebanon braces for potential spillover

Lebanon once again finds itself preparing for Hezbollah’s involvement in a looming US-Iranian military confrontation.

19.02.2026 10

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Russia, China, Iran to hold joint naval drills in Strait of Hormuz: What to know

The drills come as the three countries strengthen their ties amid growing US economic and military pressure on Iran.

17.02.2026 20

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Iran’s IRGC begins naval drills in Strait of Hormuz on eve of US-Iran talks

The drills come as a second US carrier is heading to the region amid US President Trump’s threats to use military force if Tehran does not agree to...

16.02.2026 30

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Iran formally allows women to drive motorcycles: What to know

The new resolution comes amid widespread unrest in Iran, where massive nationwide protests triggered by economic hardship and a severe government...

04.02.2026 10

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Lebanon army chief to visit US Tuesday to shore up support: What to know

The Lebanese army is seeking international and regional support to boost its capabilities and enable it to continue clearing the areas in southern...

29.01.2026 20

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Sharaa, Putin meet in Moscow after Russia's abrupt pullout from Syria base

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s visit to Moscow, his second in four months, comes days after Russia began withdrawing its forces and evacuating...

28.01.2026 10

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Christian party in Lebanon says alliance with Hezbollah over: What to know

Gebran Bassil, head of the Free Patriotic Movement, one of Lebanon’s largest Christian political parties, said an agreement between his party and...

27.01.2026 10

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Yemen’s Houthis hint at Red Sea attacks as US-Iran tensions rise: What to know

The Houthi warnings come as a US aircraft carrier accompanied by several guided missile destroyers entered Gulf waters amid tensions with Iran.

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UAE, India agree on formalizing defense pact, $200B trade deal: What to know

During an official visit to India, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnessed the signing of several memorandums of understanding and...

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Iran blackout enters 12th day as filtered internet reveals crackdown

Nearly 4,000 people have been killed in the protests in Iran, as videos emerging amid limited access to internet show the scale of the crackdown...

19.01.2026 10

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Witkoff lays out conditions for deal with Iran, warns alternative 'bad one'

The US Middle East envoy has said he favors a diplomatic resolution of tensions with Iran rather than military action, in line with the president's...

16.01.2026 10

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Flights from UAE, Qatar and Turkey canceled to Iran as protests grow

Several airlines canceled their flights to Iranian cities as the protests continue to grow despite a communication blackout.

09.01.2026 10

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IRGC warns Israel it has 'hands on the trigger' as Iran protests enter 11th day

Iranian officials have repeatedly accused the US and Israel of instigating the mass protests in Iran.

07.01.2026 10

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Hezbollah’s funding network in Venezuela takes spotlight after Maduro

Hezbollah has long been accused of running drug smuggling and money laundering networks in Venezuela and other South American countries to fund its...

05.01.2026 10

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Saudi Arabia launches Hadramout offensive as Gulf rivalry haunts Yemen

The fighting in Hadramout between the Saudi-backed government and southern separatists backed by the United Arab Emirates is continuing, pointing to...

02.01.2026 10

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Second Lebanon-Israel meeting agrees to strengthen Lebanese army: What to know

The second round of civilian-led talks between Israel and Lebanon focused on the economic track while also addressing the removal of Hezbollah's...

19.12.2025 20

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Lebanon FM lashes out at Iran amid ambassador impasse: What to know

Lebanese officials have grown more frustrated at Tehran over its perceived meddling in Lebanon’s internal affairs by making repeated comments about...

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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.

11.12.2025 20

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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...

10.12.2025 10

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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.

09.12.2025 10

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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 ...

08.12.2025 10

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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...

08.12.2025 10

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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...

08.12.2025 10

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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

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

28.11.2025 10

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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...

28.11.2025 10

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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.

27.11.2025 10

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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...

24.11.2025 10

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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...

14.11.2025 8

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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...

13.11.2025 10

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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.

10.11.2025 10

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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.

07.11.2025 10

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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...

05.11.2025 10

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