Middle East
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Trump Announces End to Longstanding US Sanctions on Syria
President Trump declares an end to US sanctions on Syria, signaling a major shift in Washington’s policy and opening doors for Syrian reconstruction.
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Israel Approves Plan to Expand Gaza Operations Amid Humanitarian Concerns
Israeli PM Netanyahu’s cabinet approves expanded Gaza operation, raising international concerns over humanitarian impact and hostages.
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Israel Conducts Airstrikes Near Syrian Presidential Palace Amid Rising Tensions
Israel launched airstrikes near the Syrian presidential palace, citing threats to the Druze community and regional security.
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Trump Threatens Sanctions on Iranian Oil Buyers Amid Postponed Nuclear Talks
President Donald Trump warns of sanctions on buyers of Iranian oil after US-Iran nuclear talks are postponed due to logistical issues.
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Clashes in Syria’s Druze Areas Highlight Fragile Stability
Recent deadly clashes in Syria’s Druze areas have raised concerns over the country’s fragile stability, with over 100 reported dead and international involvement escalating tensions.
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Israel Proposes New Gaza Ceasefire Amid Slim Prospects
Israel has proposed a new Gaza ceasefire through Egypt and Qatar, but significant gaps remain as Hamas rejects key terms.
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Iraq Militias Consider Disarmament Amid US Pressure
Powerful Iran-backed militias in Iraq are reportedly prepared to disarm for the first time to avert an escalating conflict with the US Trump administration, following repeated warnings from Washington to Baghdad.
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Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem Sounds Alarm for Syrian Armenian Christians’ Safety, Urges International Intervention
The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem has issued a communique sounding the alarm for the safety of Armenian Christians in Syria and urging the international community to protect them.
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Trump’s Ultimatum to Hamas and Threat to Gaza’s Civilian Population
U.S. President Donald Trump issues a severe ultimatum to Hamas, raising serious concerns regarding the safety and future of Gaza’s civilian population.
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Öcalan’s Historic Call: PKK to Disarm and Dissolve in 2025
Abdullah Öcalan urges PKK disarmament in Feb 2025, potentially ending decades-long conflict.
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Drone Attack on Russian Airbase in Syria
Reported Drone Attack on Khmeimim Air Base in Syria On February 18, 2025, reports surfaced detailing a drone attack targeting Russia’s Khmeimim Air Base in Syria. The airbase, a critical facility for Russian military operations in the region, reportedly came…
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Macron Criticizes Trump’s Gaza Proposal: Diplomatic Tensions Escalate
The political landscape has been shaken by U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent statements regarding the Gaza Strip. French President Emmanuel Macron publicly condemned Trump’s characterization of the crisis as a “real estate operation,” underscoring the severity of the humanitarian situation.…
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Netanyahu’s Ultimatum and Gaza’s Fate: Rising Tensions Before Ceasefire Deadline
In a rapidly evolving situation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning regarding the ongoing conflict in Gaza. As reported by Axios, Netanyahu stated that Israel would resume military operations in Gaza if hostages held by Hamas…
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Exchange of Israeli and Palestinian Hostages Takes Place Between Israel and Hamas (VIDEO)
Today, January 25, 2025, marks a critical moment in the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire as hostages from both sides are set to be released. Four Israeli hostages — young female soldiers held captive since October 2023 — will be freed by…
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The Empowerment of Armenia as a Supreme Value: Catholicos Aram I’s Christmas Message
The empowerment of Armenia must become a supreme value, while the restoration of Armenian communities in Lebanon and Syria should be a pan-national priority. This was emphasized by Catholicos Aram I of the Great House of Cilicia in his Christmas…