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The tragedy in Beirut has reignited calls by Iraqis for militant factions and groups linked to the government to remove their weapons stockpiles from residential areas.
Comment: Most Jewish-Americans, like Seth Rogen, are still only awakening to the moral and political ramifications of Israel's settler-colonial project, writes Josh Ruebner.
Pro-Palestine candidate Cori Bush wins US congress primary
Cori Bush earned a reputation as a fierce activist on the streets against police brutality in Missouri, and she made headlines for supporting the Palestinian cause.
Architect of Trump administration's hardline Iran policy quits
Brian Hook will move to the private sector after leading the Trump administration's 'maximum pressure' campaign on Iran.
US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib wins Michigan Democratic primary
US Representative Rashida Tlaib, the first Palestinian American woman in Congress, is on her way to retaining her seat following a victory in ...
Mauritanian president orders reshuffle after first year
The reshuffle comes a day after prosecutors received a key report on the dealings of former head of state Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz.
Now you're listening, Biden, here's what Muslim Americans want
Comment: It's easy for Biden oppose Trump's racist rhetoric, but the real test lies in whether he can meaningfully engage with the Muslim ...
Biden eyes major foreign policy shifts if he wins
Biden has pledged to demolish Trump policies on Day One, including reversing Trump’s ban on immigration from mainly Muslim countries and restore ...
Iraq's PM promises early parliamentary polls for June 2021
Fulfilling a key demand of the months-long protest movement, Prime Minister Kadhimi announced Iraq's parliamentary elections would be held in ...
The Iraq Report: Support for Iran evaporates
As temperatures soar in Iraq, violence against protesters returns despite promises of reconciliation by the new PM, while Iran's role in the ...
Iran's Khamenei says sanctions failed, no talks with Trump
Iran is refusing to start talks with the US that will only benefit Donald Trump, Khamenei said.
Trump suggests delaying election over coronavirus, 'fraudulent voting'
The president suggested delaying the November elections until people can vote 'safely'.
Contentious budget vote could push Israel towards elections
Benjamin Netanyahu is believed to be angling for a conflict that will trigger a November election to try and preempt what could be a ...
Egypt's Sisi ratifies law barring soldiers from seeking office
Active and former military staff will only be allowed to run for office with the army's approval, in a bid to bar any of Sisi's rivals from the ...
Jordan king announces nationwide election for 10 November
Jordanians will go to the polls on 10 November for parliamentary elections.
Malaysia's ex-PM guilty in 1st trial for 1MDB looting
Prosecutors said the case had "tarnished the country's image as a kleptocracy" and sought a deterrent sentence to remind those in public office that "no one is above the law."
Mohammed bin Zayed's preferences regarding UAE foreign policy
Comment: Kristian Coates Ulrichsen takes a deep dive into whta's driving bin Zayed's aggressive foreign policy agenda, the risks involved, and ...
Trump bets on COVID-19 vaccine for pre-election boost
US President Donald Trump vowed to defeat the coronavirus by "unleashing American scientific genius" as he toured a COVID-19 vaccine facility in ...
Coronavirus crisis sparks a young Israeli anti-government protest movement
Thousands have been taking to the streets several times a week to protest the Israeli government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump banks on 'silent majority' ahead of Presidential elections
President Donald Trump mounted a strident defense of his wavering reelection bid with 100 days to go in a campaign that has seen him underwater ...
US caps foreign student numbers on all-online courses
The policy change was announced in a statement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Somali prime minister axed in no-confidence vote
A whopping 170 of parliament's 178 MPs backed a no confidence motion against Hassan Ali Khaire.
Trump could lose reelection in 100 days
Trump faces possible humiliation at the hands of Biden, a man he derides as "sleepy" and mentally incompetent, yet who leads by double digits in ...
A calculating, paranoid MbS waits in the wings
Comment: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has done everything to ensure a smooth ascension to the throne. It's not a question of if, but when, ...
The Israeli president has criticised the unity government of in-fighting ahead of the elections.
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