Politics

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  Politics

  2022-05-03

  Hope for the future beckons under Yemen's new leadership

  There is optimism on the Yemeni street over a renewed prospect of peace as the newly formed Presidential Command Council starts work.

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  Politics

  2022-05-02

  Iran's new ambassador to Iraq is nothing new as deep ties to IRGC remain

  The appointment of the new Iranian ambassador, who is a former IRGC spymaster, continues the long tradition of Tehran promoting IRGC personnel to key positions of power.

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  Politics

  2022-04-28

  Lebanese welcome restored ties with Gulf

  With the return of Gulf state ambassadors and a new Saudi-French aid plan, the Gulf is demonstrating its commitment to Lebanon.

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  Politics

  2022-04-08

  Russia is using Syria 'friendship' to serve and save itself

  Faced with international sanctions as a result of its assault on Ukraine, Russia has turned to Syria for help, continuing a pattern of exploitation and manipulation.

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  2022-03-31

  Al-Sadr forming majority government despite pro-Iran opposition

  A majority government could stymie Iranian interference in Iraq's decision-making process and diminish the power of Iran-backed militias.

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  Politics

  2022-03-29

  Israel, 4 Arab states vow to boost co-operation in 'historic' summit

  Participants pledged to build a stronger relationship and work together to confront common security threats, including those from Iran.

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  Politics

  2022-03-21

  Syrian billboards supporting Putin seen as 'unjustified provocation'

  Manifestations of support for Russia's war on Ukraine may increase international pressure on the Syrian people, who already face hardships, activists fear.

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  2022-03-16

  Syrian regime opponents hope Ukraine war will rekindle interest in their cause

  Protesters in Syria's Idlib province had some advice for Ukraine as it faces down Russia's assault: 'Fortify your hospitals with cement blocks'.

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  2022-03-15

  Iran manipulating Kataib Hizbullah like a chess piece: analysts

  The Iraqi militia and other Iranian proxies like it are mere pawns that Tehran moves in support of its economic and political agenda, analysts say.

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  2022-03-14

  Hizbullah's corruption has mired the Lebanese in poverty

  The Lebanese people are paying the price for the party's corruption -- which has siphoned funds from the state -- and for Hizbullah's subservience to Iran.