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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Rise Above $101 Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions
Oil prices climbed past $101 per barrel as increased attacks in the Strait of Hormuz heightened concerns over global energy supplies. Asian stocks declined while US markets reached new highs.
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Israel warns citizens abroad of heightened terror threats for Oct. 7 anniversary
Israel's National Security Council has issued a warning to its citizens and Jews abroad about increased terror threats ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks. The council advised specific precautions and highlighted certain countries as high-risk destinations.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastYemen's Houthis strike Saudi targets including Riyadh airport and Aramco refinery
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for drone and missile attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh International Airport and an Aramco refinery in Rabigh. Explosions were heard over the Saudi capital. The Saudi-led coalition announced strikes on military targets in Yemen.
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Politics · Middle EastIran's President Pezeshkian says US talks are meaningless
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that negotiations with the United States are meaningless, citing ongoing attacks, sanctions, pressure, and threats from the US. He claimed the US has attacked Iran three times after previous negotiations.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS approves $2.27 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies
The United States has approved a total of $2.27 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Kuwait. The largest portion of the approved sales is for the UAE, which will receive up to 10,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System guidance sections.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTehran billboards mock Trump with anti-US imagery
Giant billboards in Tehran are displaying anti-US imagery, including satirical depictions of President Donald Trump. The campaign follows recent strikes by the US and Israel against Iran's military and nuclear facilities.
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Politics · United StatesTrump mocks LGBTQ activists supporting Palestine
Donald Trump mocked LGBTQ activists supporting Palestine at a rally in Alabama. He suggested sending the group, referred to as 'Gays for Palestine,' to negotiate in the Middle East, stating 'You will never see them again.'
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi coalition calls Houthi Riyadh attack claims misleading
The Saudi-led coalition has dismissed claims by Houthi rebels of an attack on Riyadh as misleading. Coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki stated the Houthis are attempting to divert attention from battlefield losses. Yemeni government forces reported killing at least 700 rebels in recent operations.
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Yemen's forces strike Houthi targets amid escalating conflict
Yemen's armed forces conducted strikes against Houthi targets in Sanaa and Saada early Sunday. This escalation follows a Houthi claim of an attack on a Saudi Aramco facility in Riyadh, though Saudi authorities have not confirmed it.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump praises passenger who helped subdue co-pilot on FlyDubai flight
President Donald Trump praised Israeli plumber Yaniv Hayoun as a hero in a video posted on Truth Social and TikTok. Hayoun was among passengers who helped subdue a co-pilot who allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to seize control of FlyDubai Flight FZ1073.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSmoke and fire seen near Riyadh Aramco facility
A large plume of smoke and fire was seen near a Saudi Aramco facility in Riyadh on Saturday. Saudi authorities have not immediately confirmed the incident, which occurs amid escalating regional tensions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHacker linked to FBI data theft detained in Jordan
A key member of the hacking group ShinyHunters, which claims to have stolen data on every FBI employee, has been detained in Jordan. Sources indicate the individual is cooperating with the FBI to identify other hackers.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS sanctions individuals and charities over alleged Hamas funding
The United States has sanctioned three individuals and two France-based charities accused of raising over $2 million for Hamas. The Treasury stated the network used deceptive charitable fronts and cryptocurrency to move funds, with $1.5 million raised after the October 7 attack.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastFlydubai co-pilot attacked captain, tried to crash plane, Netanyahu says
An Israeli Prime Minister's statement detailed an in-flight attack where a Flydubai co-pilot stabbed the captain and attempted to crash the plane. Investigations are underway into potential external involvement, with the UAE calling the incident a terrorist act.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastCo-pilot attacked pilot on Tel Aviv-bound flight
A co-pilot attacked a pilot on a flight bound for Tel Aviv, prompting questions about aviation security. The region is already unsettled by the U.S.-Iran war.
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Politics · Middle EastRussia welcomes US troop withdrawal from Iraq
Russia's Foreign Ministry has welcomed the withdrawal of US and coalition forces from Iraq. Moscow stated that Iraq's army and security forces are capable of independently strengthening the country's defense capabilities and ensuring national security. The ministry also commented that the 2003 US invasion led to decades of instability in the Middle East.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS troops leave Iraq, raising security concerns
The US military has concluded its mission in Iraq, sparking concerns among experts and Iraqi officials about a potential security vacuum. There are warnings that Iran and the Islamic State group could exploit the situation, with Iraq's foreign minister specifically raising the threat of ISIS infiltration from Syria.
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Mecca Pact Members to Meet on Iran's Houthi Engagement Proposal
Members of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement will convene an emergency meeting in Riyadh next week to discuss Iran's proposal for political engagement with Yemen's Houthis. Saudi Arabia has accused the Houthis of targeting holy sites.
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Politics · Middle EastEl Al cancels Dubai flights for Israelis after UAE revokes landing permission
El Al cancelled repatriation flights for Israelis from Dubai after the UAE withdrew landing permission. This followed Flydubai suspending its own flights to Israel after a co-pilot attacked the captain on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
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Conflict & Security · IsraelYemeni army announces 20 airstrikes on Houthi targets
The Yemeni army announced it carried out 20 airstrikes on Houthi targets in Taiz province over a three-hour period. The spokesman stated the strikes hit movements, reinforcements, personnel, vehicles, and military equipment.
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