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As the political elite point fingers of blame, aid groups stepped up to help Lebanon during this time. Impact Lebanon is one of them.
Greece accused Turkey of “threatening peace” and held a meeting of military chiefs after Turkey deployed a research ship in the hotly contested, gas-rich eastern Mediterranean
India's Modi launches Hindu temple on Kashmir anniversary
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the construction of a new Hindu temple at a contested religious site with a history of deadly sectarian violence.
To Muslim-Americans, Trump calling protesters 'terrorists' is nothing new
Comment: The abuses Trump's agents have perpetrated on protesters in Portland were already painfully routine among immigrants and Muslim ...
Turkish army seizes PKK ammunition cache in northern Iraq
The haul includes scores of AK-47 rifles, shot guns and anti-aircraft gun ammunition.
Egyptian man sets home alight, kills family over 'expenses'
Five members of a family have been killed after a male relative set their home alight in a dispute over expenses.
Massive fire strikes oil pipeline on major Cairo highway
A huge blaze was reported on a major Cairo highway on Tuesday, torching dozens of cars and injuring at least 17 people, authorities said.
More coronavirus cases reported in Syria's Idlib
The enclave is currently under threat of losing crucial humanitarian aid access.
Iraq sets up border posts to 'prevent Turkish advance'
Ankara has established at least a dozen posts inside Iraqi territory as part of a military campaign to rout members of the PKK.
Divide and survive: Ethiopia balances Gulf, Turkey ties
Ethiopia is the most coveted target of the ongoing scramble for the Horn of Africa.
Jordan and Iraq form joint coronavirus strategy
Jordan has been applauded for its handling of the coronavirus crisis.
Greek-Italian maritime deal sends clear message to Turkey
The Greek-Italian maritime deal comes amid a Mediterranean power struggle sparked by events in Libya's war.
The significance of Erdogan's Hagia Sophia conversion plan
As opposition parties call for early elections, Erdogan's critics say he is using Hagia Sophia to divert attention from economic turmoil ...
Greek PM to visit Israel to talk energy, annexation
Israel hopes to avoid sanctions from the EU with the help of friendly countries like Greece.
To honour George Floyd, make this moment count
Comment: George Floyd's death has brought a window for change. Now is the time to listen to the activists who’ve been laying the groundwork for ...
Turkey applies for oil exploration licenses in Libya
Turkey says it has a bilateral agreement with the Libyan Government of National Accord, which would allow it to receive oil exploration permits in seven spots.
France and Turkey's growing rivalry in the Middle East
France views Turkey's foreign policy stance as a threat to its own economic and geopolitical interests.
China promises vaccine will be 'global public good'
China's Xi Jinping also committed $2 billion to global Covid-19 response efforts.
Jordanian court rules against cancelling gas deal with Israel
Jordan's constitutional court ruled against cancelling the kingdom's controversial natural gas deal with Israel.
Yemen in Focus: UN's lax approach 'emboldens Houthi violence'
This week we focus on the response to an uptick in Houthi violence, the release of hundreds of prisoners, and more.
Saudi-Russia oil price deal a test of US leverage
Comment: Much is at stake for Trump's domestic and international reputation in brokering the global energy pricing war, writes Courtney Freer.
Houthi shelling kills women inmates at Yemen's Taiz prison
Houthi shelling on a prison in Taiz killed at least five women and a child on Saturday, local reports confirmed.
Houthis strike Marib oil facility despite UN ceasefire efforts
A state-owned oil facility in Yemen's eastern Marib region was struck by Houthis on Saturday, despite the rebels 'responding positively' to UN ...
Iran-Turkey gas tap closes after 'terror' attack on pipeline
The flow of natural Iranian gas to Turkey has been halted after an attack by 'terrorists', reports confirmed on Tuesday.
Sanctions-hit Iran is struggling to cope with a major coronavirus epidemic.
An Islamic State group affiliate is suspected of involvement in the attack.
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