Brazil’s former president is under house arrest after the country’s Supreme Court found Jair Bolsonaro had violated social media and political messaging rules. Now on trial for an alleged coup attempt, United States President Donald Trump has…
Category: 3. Middle East
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Bus carrying mourners overturns in Kenya, killing 21 people | Transport News
The driver lost control of the bus in Kisumu, on a notorious section of road where accidents are frequent.
A bus carrying mourners back home from a funeral in southwestern Kenya has overturned and plunged into a ditch, killing at least 21 people,…
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UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Israel’s plans to occupy Gaza – Middle East Monitor
The UN Security Council is set to hold an emergency session on Saturday following Israel’s decision to “take control of Gaza City,” which has drawn widespread condemnation, Anadolu reports.
According to…
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High-profile Chinese dealmaker Bao Fan released from detention: Report | Corruption News
Bao, widely regarded as one of China’s best-connected bankers, went missing in 2023 with little explanation.
Bao Fan, star dealmaker and founder of boutique investment bank China Renaissance Holdings, has been released more than two years after…
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$35B gas deal underscores Egypt’s energy reliance on Israel despite Gaza tensions
Israel and Egypt have finalized a $35 billion gas deal that will double Israeli gas exports by 2029, highlighting Cairo’s growing energy dependence on its neighbor, even as political tensions rise over Gaza.
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US appeals court throws out Trump contempt ruling over deportation flights | Donald Trump News
A United States appeals court has thrown out a lower judge’s determination that the administration of President Donald Trump could face charges for acting in contempt of court during the early days of his mass deportation drive.
The ruling on…
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Iran reshapes military as proxies falter, 'inevitable' clash with Israel looms
The establishment of Iran’s new National Defense Council is more than a bureaucratic reshuffle — it’s a move to restructure command systems that have been battered in the recent war with Israel, as Tehran prepares for a conflict it…
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Vice President Vance confirms US, UK have ‘disagreements’ over Gaza policy – Middle East Monitor
The US on Friday reaffirmed its opposition to recognizing a Palestinian state, setting the stage for diplomatic discussions with the UK, which recently made the decision to recognize Palestinian statehood, Anadolu…
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Why is Israel moving to seize control of Gaza City? | Gaza News
Move would forcibly displace hundreds of thousands of Palestinians.
The Israeli government says it’s going to seize control of Gaza City, install a different administration and try to eliminate Hamas.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier…
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Israeli army chief says Gaza occupation to require 200,000 reservists – Middle East Monitor
Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said fully occupying the Gaza Strip would require mobilizing about 200,000 reservists, according to public broadcaster KAN, Anadolu reports.
His remarks came during a 10-hour Cabinet meeting on Thursday, when…
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