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Israel Continues Raids on Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
Listen to Yusuf Al-Saadi's latest column.
Yusuf runs NoorSada's META/Gulf breaking desk. Covers Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Syria. News only, never opinion.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin says he is ready to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a third country to sign a long-term agreement.
Russian president shifts position, says he will meet Ukrainian counterpart in third country
Israeli strikes on Shati camp leave residents in severe humanitarian conditions
Casualty count rises by 36 killed in Israeli airstrikes since March
Death toll rises to 2,988 since March despite ceasefire extension in May
Turkish intelligence has detained 7 individuals accused of transmitting sensitive information to two separate foreign intelligence agencies.
Reports reveal Saudi military counter-operations amid accelerating regional escalation
Turkish police arrest 43 suspects linked to financing the Islamic State.
The displaced continue to live in tents and containers despite more than three years passing since the disaster
The U.S. president will arrive in Beijing on May 13-15 to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss trade, Taiwan, and the Middle East.
A drone struck a cargo vessel off Qatar's coast while Kuwait and the UAE repelled separate aerial attacks, in a development that tests the durability of the ceasefire between Iran and allied forces.
Israeli military announces wide-ranging air operations targeting weapons depots, rocket launchers, and weapons-manufacturing facilities
A Qatari oil tanker heads toward the strategic Strait of Hormuz as reports indicate no progress in talks between Washington and Tehran.
Turkish foreign minister meets Hamas leadership and reaffirms Ankara's position on Gaza and the Israeli occupation.
At least 19 killed in Israeli airstrikes as new round of talks awaits
Reports indicate Doha is playing a central role in negotiations between the United States and Iran
Iranian official describes waterway as having 'atomic bomb' level impact on global economy
U.S. Central Command announces interdiction and disruption operations against shipments bound for Tehran
Historic Emirati decision deepens rift with Saudi Arabia over global oil production policy
Reports indicate the new site is being used to launch attacks on Iran from Iraqi territory.
Israeli military violates ceasefire agreement and launches airstrikes on Lebanese areas.
UAE described reports of a secret Israeli visit as "baseless"
Israeli Prime Minister's office confirms covert visit to Emirates amid regional tensions
Rising energy prices from Israel-Iran conflict impose heavy economic burden on U.S. consumers
Reports reveal covert Emirati military operations targeting Iran's Lavan refinery
Stomach and colon cancer cases now appearing in people in their twenties
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez arrives in The Hague to defend her country's territorial claims before the International Court of Justice.
A cargo ship caught fire after coming under attack off Qatar's coast, in a development that tests the stability of the Iranian ceasefire in the region.
New analysis reveals Egypt's strategic position in China's military blueprint through UAE-based facilities and joint partnerships.
Miami meeting brings together senior US administration envoys and the Qatari Prime Minister to discuss the Iranian nuclear file