Medio Oriente
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Former Syrian President Assad sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes
The Verdict and Its Symbolism A Syrian court recently sentenced ousted President Bashar Assad to death in absentia. Furthermore, his brother Maher received the exact same sentence for murder, torture,…
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Contiguous US breaks its record for hottest month ever, NOAA says
The New Temperature Record The contiguous United States officially sizzled to its hottest month ever recorded last month. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), July averaged 76.89…
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Derrame de petróleo en Omán
Omán enfrenta un importante derrame de petróleo frente a su costa sur, provocado por el buque Caroline Bezengi, que permanece varado desde principios de junio cerca de la isla al-Qibliyyah.…
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Syria says it reached deal with Moscow on future of Russian bases
Syria has reached a memorandum of understanding with Russia regarding the future of Moscow’s last remaining military outposts in the country, the Hmeimim airbase and Tartus naval base.
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Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye pact: A new shield or strategic signal?
Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan have formally signed the “Makkah Joint Defence Agreement” in Mecca. Establishing a mutual defense pact where an attack on one signatory is treated as an…
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By agreeing to disarm, Hamas is trying to call Israel’s bluff in Gaza
Gaza’s future remains shaped by a fragile balance between political negotiations, military objectives and an ongoing humanitarian crisis. Although the October 2025 ceasefire created new diplomatic opportunities, the process has…
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La crisis de Ormuz golpea de nuevo: atacan otro metanero cargado con gas de Qatar
Un segundo buque de gas natural licuado (GNL) de Catar fue alcanzado mientras transitaba por el estrecho de Ormuz, convirtiéndose en el segundo incidente de este tipo en menos de…
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Los beneficios de BP se duplican por el conflicto en Oriente Medio y el alza del petróleo
La petrolera británica BP informó que su beneficio neto del segundo trimestre de 2026 se más que duplicó respecto al mismo periodo del año anterior, impulsado por el fuerte aumento…
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Welcome to Dubai: Kinahan Cartel’s Visas Revealed
An investigation reveals how top figures of the Kinahan Organized Crime Group have managed to retain and renew their residency status in the United Arab Emirates. This despite being under…
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The Battle for Hormuz Will Reshape the Global LNG Market
The escalation of military conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has transformed the Strait of Hormuz into a central strategic battleground.
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Travel restrictions – from Israel and Europe – trap students in Gaza
Palestinian students in Gaza who have secured admission and scholarships to European universities are facing severe hurdles that prevent them from leaving the territory to pursue higher education.
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Hungary braces for a full shutdown of the Paks nuclear plant as the Danube River hits record lows
The Impending Nuclear Shutdown Hungary’s only nuclear power plant will shut down for the very first time in its history. This unprecedented event is directly caused by record-low water levels…
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How Trump’s Iran ‘own goal’ is hitting long-term US strategy to contain Chinese influence
The Strategic Disruption of Chabahar The United States has spent decades trying to blunt China’s strategic rise. However, Washington’s war against Iran is now dismantling a key asset built to…
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Pakistan’s attacks on Afghanistan are about more than the TTP
Pakistan’s recent military escalations and airstrikes within Afghan territory, officially framed as targeted counterterrorism operations against the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
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US sanctions Chinese, Hong Kong shipping firms over Iranian oil deliveries
The United States Department of the Treasury imposed targeted financial restrictions on several mainland Chinese and Hong Kong entities for facilitating illicit Iranian crude transfers. Official announcements confirm that US sanctions…
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Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘hard’ following missile attack on U.S. assets
Shattering a brief diplomatic pause in regional hostilities, American air defense systems successfully thwarted a surprise barrage targeting military personnel stationed across the Middle East. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed…
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Middle East: UN warns against wider escalation after Houthi attacks in the Red Sea
The United Nations issued a strong warning against regional conflict escalation following renewed UN Red Sea Houthi attacks targeting commercial shipping lanes and oil tankers near the Bab al-Mandab Strait. Consequently, UN…
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How views on Trump’s handling of Iran have shifted, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Falling Approval and Public Skepticism Most Americans believe the ongoing war in Iran has not been worth fighting. Consequently, President Donald Trump’s approval rating regarding the conflict has fallen since…
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US hits dozens of targets in Iran overnight as peace efforts under threat
The United States carried out a heavy two-hour wave of overnight strikes against dozens of Iranian targets, ending a five-day pause in direct military action.
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Catar lanza una bolsa para reforzar su papel en el comercio mundial de diamantes
Catar anunció la creación de la Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE), una nueva bolsa de diamantes con la que busca reforzar su posición en el comercio internacional de piedras preciosas y…
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US launches more airstrikes against Iran after announcing another death of a service member
Following reported casualties among American personnel, recent US airstrikes Iran Strait of Hormuz operations reflect a notable expansion in regional military activities. U.S. Central Command confirmed multiple targeted strikes aimed at coastal…
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Why has Iran’s economy not collapsed under US war pressure?
Despite extensive military conflicts, air strikes, and a severe naval blockade targeting critical maritime ports, the Iran economy US war pressure dynamic has demonstrated unexpected resilience. While Western analysts anticipated…
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Israel kills Palestinian, destroys mosque in Gaza
Following renewed military operations across the enclave, an Israeli air strike killed a Palestinian resident and destroyed a prominent local mosque. Emergency responders confirmed that targeted bombardments caused severe structural…
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La alianza energética entre Turquía e Irak como estrategia de integración regional
Turquía e Irak dieron un paso significativo en el fortalecimiento de su relación bilateral con la firma de un acuerdo que establece una alianza estratégica en materia energética. El convenio…
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How US defence aid shaped Israel’s military developments since Oct 7, 2023
Decades of bilateral security cooperation have established US defence aid Israel military frameworks as a foundational element of regional force projection. Anchored by a 10-year, $38 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed…
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From Ukraine and Sudan to Gaza: why have hospitals become a target of war?
Frontline medical workers in Ukraine, including a Kherson midwife whose marked ambulance was targeted by an exploding drone. Face severe risks as targeted strikes against health infrastructure become increasingly commonplace…
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Trump Approves Landmark Nuclear Deal With Saudi Arabia
The United States has approved a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. President Donald Trump authorized the agreement as part of a broader effort to strengthen bilateral ties. The 30-year deal…
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Oil Prices Rise Above $100 as Middle East Conflict Escalates
Global oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel after tensions in the Middle East intensified. The increase followed attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and growing concerns about disruptions to major…
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Is the Iran War Entering a Dangerous New Phase?
A renewed surge in military hostilities between the United States and Iran has pushed the ongoing conflict into an unpredictable and expanding phase.
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‘Active in BDS’: Document reveals how Israel scrutinised global NGOs
An internal official document obtained from a government ministry website reveals how Israeli authorities systematically monitored and gathered data. On more than 150 global humanitarian organizations in late 2013.