Middle East

West Asia edged closer to another major conflict on Monday after Israel launched strikes on military targets inside Iran in response to an Iranian missile attack on Sunday, marking the first direct exchange between the two rivals since a…
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China has urged Pakistan to intensify mediation efforts between Iran and the United States and help ensure the “proper” reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Chinese state media. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the appeal…
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Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said the upcoming ASEAN Leaders’ Summit will proceed in May, but in a scaled-down, “bare-bones” format focused on urgent regional concerns such as fuel supply, rising food prices and the welfare of migrant…
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Keir Starmer may send thousands of interceptor drones to the Middle East, The Telegraph reported on Saturday. Military officials are examining whether the “Octopus” interceptor anti-drone system — manufactured in the UK and currently…
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Israel conducted military airstrikes on Iranian sites early Saturday, stating it was a response to Tehran’s recent attacks on Israel. This marks the latest escalation in tensions between the two heavily armed adversaries. Following the…
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The Middle East, with its rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty, offers a diverse and captivating experience for travelers. From ancient civilizations and architectural marvels to vibrant markets and exquisite cuisine, the…
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By sending a second nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to the Middle East, the US has sent a strong message of brute deterrence to supporters of the Hamas terrorist group and ensured that the conflict does not spill over from Gaza to other…
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Chinese envoy Zhai Jun will visit the Middle East next week to push for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict and promote peace talks, state broadcaster CCTV reported Sunday. Zhai “will visit the Middle East next week to coordinate…
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Protests were held on Friday in several predominantly Muslim countries to denounce the recent desecration of Islam’s holy book by far-right activists in Sweden and the Netherlands. The protests in countries including Pakistan, Iraq and…
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The Middle East is heating at nearly twice the global average, threatening potentially devastating impacts on its people and economies, a new climate study shows. Barring swift policy changes, its more than 400 million people face extreme…
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