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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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Iraq hangs three convicted of ‘terrorism’ at Nasiriyah central prison: Sources
Three Iraqis convicted of “terrorism” were hanged on Monday, a security source said, days after a deadly double suicide attack…
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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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Saudi Arabia’s FII: World leaders to discuss building a strong economy post-pandemic
World leaders, former presidents, CEOs and heads of economy will be among those converging for Saudi Arabia’s fourth annual Future Investment…
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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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