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US shifts assault ship to the Mediterranean to deter risk of Israel-Lebanon conflict escalating

The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp has entered the eastern Mediterranean Sea as the U.S. positions warships to try to keep fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon from escalating into a wider war in the Middle East

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Polls close in Iran’s snap presidential election to replace deceased Raisi

Iranians voted on Friday in a snap presidential election to replace Ebrahim Raisi, who was killed in a helicopter crash last month. Voting hours were extended twice to enable more voters to cast their ballots as Iranian leaders called for a high turnout amid a legitimacy crisis fuelled by an…

France 24

Climate crisis sees rise in illegal water markets in the Middle East

In Jordan’s cities, green tanker trucks supplying water are a common sight. The average Jordanian only receives one and a half days of access to piped water per week. When taps run dry, citizens and business owners pick up the phone to order a water delivery to fill their rooftop…

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Diplomacy, sanctions and soft power have failed to deter Iran’s anti-West agenda − could a new Iranian president change that?

Iran’s presidential election on June 28 may provide Tehran an opportunity to press reset on foreign policy issues after years of increasing hawkishness. Indeed, a key campaign issue has been the extent to which the candidates may – or may not – pivot to more engagement with the West.

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Hezbollah Threatens Cyprus In Potential Israel Conflict

Hezbollah warns Cyprus amid tensions with Israel. Cyprus navigates delicate balance in the Middle East.

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What would war between Israel and Hezbollah mean for the Middle East? Expert Q&A

The Israeli military is reported to have signed off on a major offensive against Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based militia, prompting fears that the situation could spiral into a full-blown war. The two sides have been exchanging fire since the conflict in Gaza began with the Hamas attack on Israel on October…

The Conversation

Greek-Owned Coal Carrier Capsizes In Red Sea After Houthi Attack

Greek-owned coal carrier MV Tutor capsized in Red Sea after Houthi attack, escalating tensions in the Middle East.

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In Tijuana, Shelter For Muslim Migrants On US Doorstep

From Algeria, Syria, Yemen and Afghanistan, citizens of distant, Muslim countries wait for US asylum at a shelter in the Mexican border city of Tijuana -- more used to seeing migrants from Latin America than the Middle East.

International Business Times

Royal Family Addresses Humanitarian Crisis In The Middle East

His Majesty The King leads efforts to address humanitarian needs in the Middle East, emphasizing collaboration and support for vulnerable communities. The ...

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Barry Larkin Hosts Baseball United Event In Cincinnati

Barry Larkin leads an initiative to introduce professional baseball to the Middle East and South Asia, with the support of key stakeholders, signaling a tr...

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China tensions and wars in Gaza, Ukraine loom over G7 talks in Italy

Leaders from seven of the world’s richest countries are meeting in Italy from Thursday for a three-day gathering that will largely focus on the wars in Europe and the Middle East as well as growing tensions between the West and China.

Radio France Internationale

G7 leaders head to Italy for summit as Ukraine and Russia top the agenda

US wants show of strength with planned sanctions for helping Russia, but group will also discuss migration, Middle East and AI

The Guardian - UK

Australia welcomes resolution for Middle East ceasefire

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has backed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Middle East.

AAP

Addressing Shortages and Fragmentation: An Emerging Player is Closing Gaps in the Global Titanium Market

Interlink Metals and Chemicals AG, a leading Swiss titanium distributor and trader, aims to alleviate material shortages and drag in production capacity with a new fully integrated facility in the Middle East.

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No matter who wins, both Biden and Trump can likely agree on one thing: doing less in the Middle East

Prior to the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan posited that the Middle East had been “quieter than it has been for decades”.

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Israeli Defense Forces Successfully Rescue Hostages In Complex Operation

Insights from Lt. Gen. Mark Hartling on recent hostage rescue, defense treaty, and political solutions in the Middle East.

The Conversation

EU migration policy is getting tougher: the 3 new tactics used to keep African migrants out

Nearly a decade has passed since migration to Europe from Africa and the Middle East reached a peak in 2015, referred to as the year of the “migrant crisis”. Over a million people from Africa and the Middle East applied for asylum in the European Union (EU).

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Blinken's Mideast Visit Amid Hostage Rescue And Regional Turmoil

U.S. Secretary of State Blinken's visit to the Middle East amidst Gaza crisis, political turmoil, and humanitarian concerns.

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Blinken's Efforts To Secure Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Deal

U.S. Secretary of State Blinken works to secure Israel-Hamas cease-fire amidst complex dynamics in the Middle East.

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US Secretary Of State To Meet With Israeli Leaders

US Secretary of State Blinken meets with Israeli officials to discuss Gaza conflict and ceasefire efforts in the Middle East.

France 24

Blinken returns to Middle East as Israel-Hamas ceasefire proposal hangs in balance

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken returned Monday to the Middle East as a proposed Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal hangs in the balance after the rescue of four Israeli hostages held in Gaza in a military raid and following the latest turmoil in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.

International Business Times

Blinken Returns To Mideast As Israel Politics Scramble Push For Truce

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was heading back to the Middle East on Monday to push a ceasefire plan, but Israeli politics and silence from Hamas raised further questions on whether he can succeed.

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Congresswoman Mace Criticizes President Biden's Foreign Policy Decisions

Congresswoman Nancy Mace criticizes President Biden's leadership, praises Trump's approach to the Middle East, and calls for a stronger leader in upcoming ...

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What If the U.S. Cuts Off Aid to Israel?

Ending U.S. aid would give Washington less leverage in the Middle East. That's why it's worth doing.

Radio France Internationale

France and US intensify efforts to prevent Middle East explosion, Macron says

France and the United States will work harder to prevent a broader escalation in the Middle East with a key priority to calm the situation between Israel and Hezbollah, President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday.

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