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Swiss ambassador to Beirut, Lebanese FM hold talks amid central bank probe

Lebanon’s foreign minister held talks Monday with the Swiss ambassador to Beirut after Switzerland started a probe into possible money…

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At least 11 killed after fighting erupts in Somalia’s Jubbaland – doctor

At least 11 people were killed on Monday after fighting broke out between the Somali federal army and Jubbaland state…

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Syria constitution talks recommence in Geneva

Delegations from Syria’s government, opposition and civil society began a new round of meetings in Geneva on Monday aimed at…

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Coronavirus: Dubai replaces health authority chief as UAE sees surge in COVID cases

The ruler of Dubai has replaced the head of the emirate’s health authority in the midst of an immunization drive…

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Over half of Syria’s children deprived of education, says UNICEF

More than half of children in war-torn Syria are missing out on education, the UN children’s agency UNICEF said Sunday,…

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Europe MPs express concern about human rights in Bahrain

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have issued a letter urging Bahraini authorities to abide by the country’s commitment and…

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Coronavirus: President Sisi says Egypt to begin COVID-19 vaccinations on Sunday

Egypt will begin coronavirus vaccinations on Sunday, beginning with medical staff, President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi said in recorded comments on Saturday.…

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More than 20 injured in Gaza blast

More than 20 people were injured and several homes destroyed by a large explosion Saturday in a residential area of…

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