Middle East

Iran, US to Hold New Round of Nuclear Talks in Rome

Iranian and US negotiators meet in Rome on Friday for a fifth round of nuclear talks, after a public disagreement over Tehran's uranium enrichment.

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Sweden Condemns Israel Plans to ‘Take Control of Gaza’

Sweden's foreign minister on Monday condemned Israel's plans to "take control" of the Gaza Strip, saying the move would violate international law.

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Israel Threatens Houthi Leaders After Striking Yemen Ports

Israel threatened to target the leadership of Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels after the air force struck two rebel-held ports.

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Trump Says Getting Close to Deal to Avoid Iran Military Action

US President Trump said Iran nuclear deal was close to averting military action, as he toured Gulf capitals, securing $1.4 trillion investments from Abu Dhabi.

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Israel Says Killed Hezbollah Militant in South Lebanon

Israel's military said it killed a Hezbollah militant in a strike on south Lebanon, the second such attack in two days despite the ceasefire.

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Gaza Air Strikes Kill 94 as Manhunt Unfolds in West Bank

Palestinian rescuers reported 94 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, where a US-backed organization said it intends to begin distributing aid.

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No Ceasefire or Prisoner Release in Exchange for US-Israeli Hostage: Netanyahu

Israeli PM Netanyahu said that the release of a US-Israeli hostage by Hamas would not lead to a ceasefire or Palestinian prisoners release.

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Lebanese Army Dismantled ‘Over 90%’ of Hezbollah Infrastructure Near Israel: Security Official

The Lebanese army has dismantled "over 90 percent" of Hezbollah's infrastructure near the border with Israel since a November ceasefire, a security official said.

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US Says Hit Over 1,000 Targets in Yemen Since Mid-March

Washington reported striking over 1,000 targets in Yemen since mid-March in an air campaign against Houthi rebels.

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Global Military Spending Hits $2.718 Trillion, Highest Since Cold War: Report

Global military spending reached $2.718 trillion in 2024, marking a 9.4 percent increase over 2023, the largest rise since the Cold War.

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