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Why the war on Iran could backfire on US regime-change goals
Mortazavi: The war on Iran could strengthen Iranian nationalism rather than trigger regime change.
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Macron lines up more Gulf diesel as France battles soaring fuel prices
The UAE and Bahrain deals increase French commitments to 295,000 tonnes a month, just over 10 percent of consumption.
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Is Cyprus becoming Israel’s backyard?
Israeli capital, water technology, and real estate are making Cyprus a strategic and economic extension of Israel.
Published On 20 Oct 2026
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Qatar says only negotiations can resolve regional tensions
Qatar says diplomatic efforts are ongoing to de-escalate regional tensions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Published On 20 Oct 2026
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Lavrov backs Tehran, but does Russia also gain from the US-Iran crisis?
Moscow pledges support to its sanctioned ally, but analysts say the war Iran wants to end has filled Russia’s coffers.
‘Not getting involved’: US vice president declines to endorse Netanyahu
JD Vance’s comments follow Donald Trump’s backing of Israeli prime minister ahead of October 27 elections.
Eastern Libya parliament approves 2019 maritime deal with Turkiye
The vote recognises Ankara’s maritime deal with Tripoli, ending Haftar’s 2020 boycott.
Yemen’s Taiz faces deadly siege, as Shabwah death toll rises
Government forces launch major offensives across multiple Yemeni front lines as a tightening blockade threatens Taiz.
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Pakistan’s army chief in Tehran: Can diplomacy prevent new US–Iran fighting?
With new talk of escalation, Islamabad is trying to revive negotiations without alienating Tehran, Riyadh or Washington.
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US envoy Barrack defends decision to join Israel in war on Iran
US envoy Tom Barrack says President Trump did not follow Israel in going to war against Iran.
Published On 20 Oct 2026
More than 250,000 displaced in Yemen since fighting escalated: UNHCR
UNICEF says escalating fighting in Taiz is threatening its water systems, serving an estimated three million people.
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