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Politics

The US and Europe Face a Dilemma in Iraq: How to Respond to Iran’s Aggression against the Kurdistan Region

Iran and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq have a complex and contradictory relationship, marked by both cooperation and confrontation. Iran has supported the Kurdish autonomy

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Politics

Biden, Netanyahu, and Anti-American Sentiment: Tracing the Pathways

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has triggered a resurgence of anti-American sentiment in the Arab world, with the U.S.’s steadfast support for Israel’s actions drawing

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World

The Arctic Blast: How Extreme Cold Affects Power, Travel, and Health Across the U.S.

A front of cold air from the Arctic is moving down into the U.S., sending temperatures plunging below zero degrees Fahrenheit (–18 degrees Celsius) in

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Middle East

How the US-UK coalition strikes on the Houthis affect the prospects of peace and stability in Yemen and the region

The US-UK coalition strikes on the Houthis in Yemen on January 11, 2024, were the first direct military action by the Western allies against the

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Politics

How Biden’s Decision to Strike the Houthis Reflects his Strategy and Vision for Iran and the Middle East

President Joe Biden ordered a series of strikes against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on January 11, 2024, in response to their unprecedented attacks

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Middle East

US Secretary Stresses Need For Peace, Palestine Statehood In Middle East

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken wants peace in the Middle East. The United States attempts to mediate Israel-Hamas conflicts but also supplies weapons to

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Middle East

UNSC schedules vote on US-backed resolution demanding Houthis stop Red Sea attacks

The UN Security Council has scheduled a vote on Wednesday on a US draft resolution condemning and demanding an immediate end to attacks by Iran-backed

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Politics

US Push To Expand Anti-Houthi Coalition Miffs Allies: Analyzing the Complex Dynamics

In recent weeks, the U.S. has been actively working to build an international coalition to safeguard navigation in the Red Sea against Yemeni Houthi militia

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Politics

Key diplomats and politicians in Lebanon as Gaza conflict sparks fear of regional tensions

Lebanon’s Hezbollah on Saturday said it fired more than 60 rockets at an Israeli military base, describing the development as a response to the recent

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News

Antony Blinken Heads to Middle East: Navigating Israel’s Complex Landscape Amid Rising Tensions

In a pivotal move amidst the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken embarks on his fourth tour of the Middle East. The