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Zelensky Proposes Mutual Halt to Energy Infrastructure Attacks Amid Global Crisis
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Zelensky Proposes Mutual Halt to Energy Infrastructure Attacks Amid Global Crisis

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Russia to agree to a mutual halt on strikes against energy infrastructure, citing the global energy crisis exacerbated by the Middle East conflict and signals from partner countries.

Bosnian Citizens Evacuated from Middle East
Worldklix-ba1mo ago

Bosnian Citizens Evacuated from Middle East

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Foreign Minister Elmedin Konaković announced that all Bosnian citizens who were tourists in Middle Eastern countries and requested evacuation have been returned home.

Romania summons Iranian ambassador over ITS STRIKES
Worldin-cyprus1mo ago

Romania summons Iranian ambassador over ITS STRIKES

Romania’s Foreign Ministry said late on Tuesday it summoned Iran’s ambassador to protest against Tehran’s strikes on Middle Eastern countries and Cyprus, underlining their impact on regional security and maritime safety. “Romania firmly appeals for the urgent de-escalation of tensions and protection of civilians,” it said in a statement. “The Romanian side conveyed its deep […]

Ayatollah Ali Khameini obituary
PoliticsThe Guardian1mo ago

Ayatollah Ali Khameini obituary

Supreme leader of Iran who maintained theocratic rule at home and an anti-western axis of resistance in the Middle East Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, has died aged 86 in a large-scale air attack on the country by the US and Israel. He presided over a complex theocratic system that was enforced brutally at home, and sought to influence the exercise of power in other Middle Eastern countries. Though the US and Israel attempted to destroy Iran’s nuclear enrichment programme...

Zelenskyy Secures Defense Cooperation with UAE Amid Gulf Visits
WorldAPBBCle-monde+67Al Jazeeradr-dkcnbcnosruvtagesschauukrainska-pravdafaz+59 more20d ago70 sources

Zelenskyy Secures Defense Cooperation with UAE Amid Gulf Visits

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the United Arab Emirates, securing a new defense cooperation agreement and discussing security. This visit follows a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, as Ukraine seeks broader arms partnerships with Gulf states to counter Iranian drones.

Iran launches attacks on Qatar and US Gulf allies, disrupting Dubai flights
WorldNPRAl Jazeeranrk+21DWdelodigi24The IndependenthinduTimes of Indiaiefimeridajapan-times+13 more1mo ago24 sources

Iran launches attacks on Qatar and US Gulf allies, disrupting Dubai flights

Iran has launched attacks targeting Qatar and other US Gulf allies, with Qatar intercepting a missile attack and drone attacks disrupting flights in Dubai. This comes despite US intelligence warnings that contradicted claims of surprise regarding Iran's strikes.

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Middle Eastern countries face retaliatory attacks from Iran, Japanese school in Dubai

Amidst retaliatory attacks from Iran in various Middle Eastern countries, a tense situation continues at the Japanese school attended by Japanese children locally. The deputy principal of the Japanese school in Dubai, UAE, spoke to reporters, stating, 'We feel we are in the midst of war, and children who have seen missiles fall are experiencing anxiety.'

Lithuanian Expert Criticizes Government's Evacuation Announcement
Politicsdelfi-lt1mo ago

Lithuanian Expert Criticizes Government's Evacuation Announcement

After Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė announced on Facebook that only certain Lithuanian citizens would be evacuated from some Middle Eastern countries, a crisis and political communication expert, Laurynas Filipavičius, strongly criticized the decision as exceeding all limits of idiocy.

CBSE postpones March 2, 5–6 board exams in Middle East; New dates awaited
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-times1mo ago2 sources

CBSE postpones March 2, 5–6 board exams in Middle East; New dates awaited

CBSE has extended the postponement of Class 10 and 12 board exams in seven Middle Eastern countries due to ongoing security concerns and volatile regional conditions. The decision, affecting thousands of Indian expatriate students, prioritizes safety amid disruptions, with new dates to be announced after further review.

French Military Presence in the Middle East
Politicsle-figaro1mo ago

French Military Presence in the Middle East

France maintains military personnel in various Middle Eastern countries, including approximately 700 troops in Lebanon contributing to the UNIFIL force, as well as forces in Iraq and the UAE.

Live: No let-up in clashes in Iran
Worldmorgunbladid1mo ago

Live: No let-up in clashes in Iran

Attacks by the United States and Israel have continued on Iran today. Iran has launched counterattacks on several Middle Eastern countries, including Israel.

Jonny Greenwood on Music and Art Beyond Politics
Culturebillboardnme1mo ago2 sources

Jonny Greenwood on Music and Art Beyond Politics

Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood expresses his belief that 'music and art should be above and beyond political concerns,' citing his collaborative album with musicians from various Middle Eastern countries.

Qatar and Saudi Arabia Condemn Attacks on UAE Embassy in Damascus
Politicsle-mondeTimes of Indiajerusalem-post+7gulf-newsarab-newsexpress-tribunekhaleej-timessaudi-gazetterudawqatar-tribune12d ago10 sources

Qatar and Saudi Arabia Condemn Attacks on UAE Embassy in Damascus

Saudi Arabia and Qatar have condemned 'acts of rioting and assaults' that occurred at the UAE embassy in Damascus, with a UAE official emphasizing that attacks on embassies violate international law.

Ukraine Offers Drone Defense Technology to Middle East in Exchange for Aid
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Ukraine Offers Drone Defense Technology to Middle East in Exchange for Aid

Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Ukraine is seeking money and technology in exchange for its assistance to Middle Eastern countries in dealing with Iranian drones. Ukrainian teams have been sent to Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and a US military base in Jordan to demonstrate drone defense capabilities.

Kazakhstan Brings Home Over 10,000 Citizens from Middle East
Worldastana-times1mo ago

Kazakhstan Brings Home Over 10,000 Citizens from Middle East

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – More than 10,000 passengers have been transported from Middle Eastern countries to Kazakhstan since the escalation of tensions in the region, according to the Kazakh Civil Aviation Committee.  A total of 61 flights have been operated, bringing 10,033 passengers back to Kazakhstan. The flights have been carried out by airlines including Air Astana,… The post Kazakhstan Brings Home Over 10,000 Citizens...

Zelensky: Iran poses threat to stability and shipping
Worldnewsbeastukrinform1mo ago2 sources

Zelensky: Iran poses threat to stability and shipping

Ukraine is actively communicating with Middle Eastern countries regarding Iranian missile and drone strikes, as well as the threat of blocking the Strait of Hormuz, which destabilizes global energy…

Last-minute call for Americans in 14 countries
WorldAl JazeerahotnewsTimes of India+1indian-express1mo ago4 sources

Last-minute call for Americans in 14 countries

The US State Department urged American citizens to “leave immediately” from 14 Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), following the attacks…