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Amnesty calls EU complicit in new Libyan crackdown on migrantsAmnesty International has accused the EU of complicity in migrant abuse in Libya, citing intensified crackdowns by rival factions. Mass arr...
What to know about the demining and escort mission that US allies want for the Strait of HormuzAllies are proposing a naval mission for the Strait of Hormuz. This mission aims to ensure safe passage for ships and insurers. It involves...
Hormuz halt forces Middle East trade into huge rewiringA year after a US-Israel and Iran conflict, Siemens Energy explored alternative routes to Dammam, Saudi Arabia, due to potential Strait of ...
Turkey vows 'harsh response' if Northern Cyprus harmed by France-Cyprus troops dealTurkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a stern warning regarding developments that could harm Northern Cyprus. This comes after...
How Israel has emptied southern Lebanon far beyond the front linesA fragile ceasefire in Lebanon has faltered. Israel's military campaign is expanding, forcing thousands of civilians from their homes. Evac...
Middle East tourism pain is Europe's gainEuropeans are choosing to vacation closer to home as the war in the Middle East has amplified security concerns and made long-haul flights ...
Pakistan is shaping up an idea that can worry IndiaPakistan is pushing a proposed “Islamic NATO” with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey and Pakistan, aiming to build a regional defence bloc that r...
Three crude oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with trackers switched off, data showsCrude oil tankers are taking precautions to avoid Iranian attacks. Vessels are switching off trackers when exiting the Strait of Hormuz. Th...
US funds Cyprus base upgrade to bolster regional safe haven roleCyprus is boosting its military bases with American taxpayer support. These upgrades will strengthen its role as a safe haven for Middle Ea...
EasyJet warns Iran war to hit summer bookings, deepen first-half lossEasyJet anticipates a larger first-half loss, citing soaring fuel costs driven by the Iran war and a slowdown in summer bookings. The airli...
Spain and Portugal flight and hotel bookings jump as tourists avoid Middle EastSpain and Portugal are seeing a rise in summer travel demand as tourists shift away from conflict-affected Middle East regions. Flight and ...
France to deploy almost dozen warships, mulls Hormuz mission, Emmanuel Macron saysSpeaking in Cyprus before visiting the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier, which arrived this weekend in the eastern Mediterranean, Presi...
France deploys helicopter carrier to Mediterranean: MilitaryFrance has sent a helicopter carrier to the Mediterranean Sea. This move reinforces French military presence due to the ongoing Middle East...
Pakistan-Libya faction defence deal threatens South Europe's securityPakistan's massive defense deal with a Libyan faction carries significant implications for Europe and North Africa. The four billion dollar...
Never before seen: Israel’s new Barak Magen air defense destroys Iranian missiles — all about the systemIsrael recently deployed its advanced "Barak Magen" air defense system, successfully intercepting eight Iranian drones launched towards its...
IMEEC progressing despite conflicts, says EAM JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged the challenges posed by Middle Eastern conflicts to the India-Middle East-Europe Econom...
India supports immediate ceasefire in West Asia, favours two-state solution: JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, speaking in Rome, advocated for an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and a two-state solution. He co...
Turkish foreign minister says he held "constructive" talks with USBlinken and Cavusoglu met at NATO in Brussels and discussed a dispute over Ankara's purchase of Russian S-400 defence systems, conflicts in...
Greece, Turkey, meet for fresh talks on maritime disputeAnkara ratcheted up the pressure a notch on Monday with a diplomatic note to Israel, Greece and the European Union, Turkish media reported.
Migrant entries into EU drop to lowest levels since 2013Frontex said it detected around 124,000 "illegal border crossings" last year, a drop of 13% over 2019. It said this was the lowest number s...