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Three months after Syria's rebel takeover, all eyes are on Ahmed al-Sharaa and whether he can stabilize the economy as promised. Three stories hand-picked by our editorial team. Noteworthy and challenging dialogue on the Middle East. Stay a step ahead of your colleagues. On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in N
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Iraqi military commander dismissed after drone attacks against Saudi Arabia, prime minister's office says
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (171+ words) CAIRO, Sept 12 (Reuters) - An Iraqi military commander was dismissed early on Saturday after investigations confirmed the latest drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia originated from Iraq, according to a statement by Iraq's prime minister's office.The commander led operations in Maysan…...
Saudi Arabia says drones launched from Iraq hit East-West pipeline, holds off on retaliation
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (178+ words) Sept 11 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia said drones launched from Iraq attacked its East-West pipeline, but said it would not retaliate for now following a request from Iraq's prime minister, while reserving the right to take all necessary measures to protect its…...
Deals worth billions to be signed as UAE leader visits Germany
3+ day, 8+ min ago (359+ words) The leader of the United Arab Emirates began a state visit to Germany on Thursday, during which deals worth billions of euros will be signed in sectors including energy and technology, Emirati diplomats said. Berlin rolled out the red carpet…...
Explainer-Why is US ally Iraq unable to disarm Iran's militia allies?
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (525+ words) By Michael Georgy and Ahmed Rasheed DUBAI/BAGHDAD, Sept 9 - Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi could face a credibility crisis if Iran-backed Shi'ite militias fail to heed his call to hand over their weapons to the state. After a July meeting…...
War expands as Houthis attack Saudi cities and US strikes Iranian tankers
4+ day, 11+ hour ago (909+ words) By Elwely Elwelly, Yomna Ehab and Muhammad Al Gebaly DUBAI/CAIRO, Sept 8 (Reuters) - The Middle East war intensified on Tuesday with Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen launching strikes on several Saudi cities, further embroiling a U.S. ally in the conflict, while U.S. forces…...
Syria destroys 42 bombs in chemical stockpile purge: What to know
1+ week, 1+ day ago (197+ words) The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons has resumed its inspections in Syria and confirmed that at least 42 aerial bombs have been destroyed by Syrian authorities in the first such efforts since 2014. Syria has begun destroying remnants of Bashar…...
Fresh fighting in Syria's Suwayda leaves one dead: What to know
1+ week, 4+ day ago (308+ words) Clashes between Syrian government forces and a Druze militia killed one fighter and injured several security personnel in the southern province of Suwayda early Tuesday, marking the latest flare-up after days of violence. What happened: The fighting erupted around Mazraa,…...
Iraq reinforces Saudi border security amid militia tensions: What to know
2+ week, 1+ day ago (244+ words) Iraq is sending the reinforcements in response to Iran-backed militia attacks and as it looks to build security ties with Riyadh. Iraq reinforces Saudi border security amid militia tensions: What to know Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access…...
Iraq may show how U.S. can squeeze Iran's trade partners
2+ week, 4+ day ago (797+ words) DUBAI, Aug 25 (Reuters) - Iraq could serve as an example of how the United States could carry out its threat to force countries that continue trading with Iran out of the dollar-based financial system. Washington has already sanctioned a host of…...
Iraq's Zaidi set to make European debut with Macron in France
2+ week, 4+ day ago (182+ words) The Iraqi prime minister is expected to sign several memorandums of understanding with France during his Sept. 14 meeting with Macron as Baghdad seeks to diversify its diplomatic and security ties. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is due to embark on…...