Middle East
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After working for Al-Qaida and Zawahiri, Islamist Julani takes control of Syria
Affiliated to Al-Qaida and known as Nusra Front earlier, HTS led the rebel groups as they began a major offensive…
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Trump’s return may be boon for Netanyahu, but challenges abound in changed Middle East
Shortly after Donald Trump's win in last month's US election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rushed to congratulate the president-elect:…
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Syria’s PM says he is ready to hand over government to opposition
Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Jalali said in a video statement that the government is ready to “extend its hand”…
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Syrian opposition claims rebel fighters entered Damascus
Syrian Opposition said the rebel fighters entered the capital of Damascus at dawn Sunday, according to the Britain-based war monitor…
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Who Are the Syrian Rebels Behind the Fall of Aleppo? Hayat Tahrir al-Sham’s Key Role in Overthrowing 50 Years of Assad Family Rule
The Syrian government collapsed early Sunday, falling to a lightning rebel offensive that seized control of Damascus, sending crowds into…
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Bashar al-Assad Flees Syria as Rebels Capture Damascus; Thousands Celebrate Freedom
Damascus: Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has reportedly fled the country following a dramatic takeover of Damascus by rebel forces. Thousands…
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Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill at least 29 people at Gaza hospital
Palestinian officials say at least 29 people were killed, including four medical staff, when Israeli strikes pummelled the area around…
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Italy vows to continue supporting Lebanon’s army
"Italy will continue supporting the Lebanese army by organising more conferences to enhance its capabilities, especially at this critical stage,"…
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Israeli army attacks targets near Syria-Lebanon border
The statement added, "The IDF will not allow Hezbollah to rearm or rebuild its capabilities."
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Bank loan fraud: Kuwait officials to arrive in Kerala to register more cases
After police registered 10 FIRs against Keralaites who left Kuwait after availing bank loans, a team of officials from the…
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Syria: Special Operation in Northern Homs Countryside
According to the Ministry, dozens of terrorists were eliminated, their ranks were thrown into disarray, and significant amounts of their…
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Three IS militants killed in Iraq
Three Islamic State (IS) militants, including a senior leader, were killed in two operations in Iraq, Iraqi security agencies said…
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Will the Ukraine and Syria conflicts get entwined with Iran’s accusations?
One conflict is raging in the grassy and forested expanses of the Eurasian steppes and the other in the semi-arid…
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12 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza
The Israeli army has not commented on the attacks yet.
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Lebanese army continues deployment in Lebanon as Israel keeps violating ceasefire
In a separate meeting at the Lebanese Foreign Ministry, Mikati noted that disarming Hezbollah would require a national consensus.
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Increased hostilities in Syria gravely concerns humanitarians: UN
The office said colleagues and partners continue to provide support to people displaced by the hostilities wherever possible.
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Hezbollah vows support for Syrian govt amid rebel offensives
While Qassem did not clarify the form of support, he assured on Thursday that Hezbollah would "do what it could".
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5 injured in Israeli airstrike on Lebanese village
Meanwhile, Israeli military vehicles advanced toward the centre of the southern town of Ain Arab and were then stationed on…
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Syrian Defense minister emphasizes army’s readiness to reclaim lost areas from rebel forces
The Minister also expressed confidence in Syria's ability to overcome the current challenges.
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Israeli airstrike kills 15 Palestinians in Gaza (Ld)
The Israeli army has not commented on this incident, Xinhua news agency reported.
