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KURDISH PROTESTERS carry flags and a banner with a portrait of jailed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK)

Iraq claims it has arrested PKK-linked cell suspected of planning attacks

Iraqi official said the arrested suspects had also planned to attack busy market areas in the capital, Baghdad, if there was "pressure from the federal government or government forces against them."

By REUTERS
01/07/2024

Does the Israel-Jordan peace treaty stand firm amid tensions with Iran?

Despite popular support in Jordan for Hamas' October 7th attack, Jordanian leadership remains firm in its desire to put a stop to Iranian hostility.

Bahrain releases 1,584 prisoners, including life sentences, in major pardon

Despite facing international scrutiny from entities like the United Nations for its trial and detention practices, Bahrain insists that its judicial proceedings adhere to international law standards.

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
09/04/2024

How Hamas, PIJ's visits to Iran signal a new phase in war on Israel

New phase of war? PIJ and Hamas hold meetings in Iran amidst Ramadan unrest

How Iran is taking advantage of anti-Israel protests across Middle East

Leveraging October 7 to gain a foothold in Jordan may be part of Iran's plan.

US says it conducted self-defense strikes against Houthi facilities

Firms have been forced to take longer, more expensive journeys to ship their goods rather than using the Red Sea, in order to avoid attacks by the Houthis.

By REUTERS
23/03/2024

After slamming Israel, Jordan now wants more Israeli water

Both countries need each other. But this is something that Jordanian officials seem to forget in their often vitriolic condemnations of Israel at home and around the world.

05/03/2024

Yemen's people and leaders are getting tired of the Houthi problem

Many Yemenis are tired of the way the Houthis have hijacked the country to turn it into a platform for Iran and Iran’s proxy war against Israel, the US, and the region.

IDF implicates more UNRWA officials in October 7 massacre following release of recordings

Recordings of calling women 'property' are expected to be released.

04/03/2024
 Israeli forces simulating warfare with Hezbollah in Israel's North, January 27, 2024

US senators say it is 'urgent' for Hezbollah-Israel war to de-escalate soon

Foreign ministers and top envoys from various Western countries have visited Lebanon in recent weeks to urge a diplomatic resolution to the fighting in the south.

By REUTERS
21/02/2024
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