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Iran’s ‘Worst Nightmare’ Coming True: Middle Eastern Shiites Rise Up Against It

Posted on Saturday, March 14, 2020

The regime in Tehran is in lots of trouble these days. As U.S. sanctions tighten, at least a quarter of Iran’s oil rigs are now out of action, 'dealing a potentially long-term blow to its oil industry.' The…

U.S. Conducts Retaliatory Air Strikes Against Iran-Backed Militia In Iraq

Posted on Thursday, March 12, 2020

The United States is conducting retaliatory airstrikes against an Iran-backed militia group operating in Iraq following a deadly attack a day earlier against a base hosting Western forces near Baghdad, the Pentagon says.

Russian parliament paves way for Putin to remain in power until 2036

Posted on Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Russian President Vladimir Putin could stay leader of Russia for many years to come.

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Coronavirus declared a ‘pandemic’

Posted on Wednesday, March 11, 2020

The World Health Organization declared the coronavirus a pandemic Wednesday, after weeks of resisting the label in light of a nearly worldwide spread of the virus.

US General warns about rapid spread of ISIS in Africa

Posted on Wednesday, March 11, 2020

A US General has warned that US counter-terrorism efforts and the efforts of national governments in Africa are not curtailing the spread of the Islamic State and al-Qaeda there, and that a new caliphate may soon be established.

Trump to pressure China to join New START deal to restrict their growing nuke arsenal

Posted on Tuesday, March 10, 2020

The Trump administration this week disclosed plans to seek an extension of the 2010 New START agreement to limit China’s growing nuclear arsenal and restrict exotic new weapons not covered by the treaty.

Putin and His Allies Endorse Scheme to Bypass Term Limits and Keep Him in Power

Posted on Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday backed a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow him to seek re-election after his current term ends in 2024, ending uncertainty about his future.

UN freedom of religion official calls on states to reinterpret religion

Posted on Tuesday, March 10, 2020

A UN 'special expert on freedom of religion' is calling on states to regulate religion to suit modern ideologies of gender and sexuality.

Iran’s leadership falls prey to coronavirus

Posted on Monday, March 9, 2020

Iran's leadership has been hit especially hard by the coronavirus, as the Islamic Republic predicts that 40% of residents in its capital of Tehran will be infected by the spreading virus within two weeks.

IAEA Demands Iran ‘Immediately’ Provide Access To Suspected Nuclear Sites

Posted on Monday, March 9, 2020

The head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has demanded that Iran stop blocking its investigation into three possible nuclear sites.

Oil plummets 31% in biggest drop since Gulf War as Saudi cuts spark all-out price war

Posted on Sunday, March 8, 2020

Oil futures tumbled 31% in a matter of seconds overnight on Sunday, their sharpest decline since the Gulf War in 1991. The losses are being fueled by sinking demand due to coronavirus concerns, which has in turn sparked…

Saudi Crown Prince Eliminates Opposition

Posted on Sunday, March 8, 2020

The Saudi crown prince has arrested two former rivals in a move that many see as an attempt to position himself to seize the throne from his 84-year-old father.

Coronavirus fails to be labeled ‘pandemic’ as cases rise

Posted on Sunday, March 8, 2020

The World Health Organization declined to label the coronavirus a pandemic as the number of cases reached 100,000 over the weekend and extended its reach to 90 countries.

Russia, Turkey Pull Back From the Brink in Syria With Ceasefire Deal

Posted on Friday, March 6, 2020

Russia and Turkey have agreed to a new ceasefire in northwestern Syria, the site in recent weeks of numerous clashes between Turkish and Russian-backed Assad regime forces.

Chinese scientists identify two strains of the coronavirus, indicating it’s already mutated at least once

Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Researchers in China have found that two different types of the new coronavirus could be causing infections worldwide.

Dirty banknotes may be spreading the coronavirus, WHO suggests

Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Banknotes may be spreading the new coronavirus so people should try to use contactless payments instead, the World Health Organization has said.

Turkey reignites refugee crisis in Europe

Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2020

The Greek military and police are clashing with refugees rushing to cross the border from Turkey as islanders to the south cope with hundreds of new arrivals.

Iran refusing to give answers on 3 undeclared nuclear sites, UN watchdog says

Posted on Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Iran has nearly tripled its stockpile of enriched uranium over the last three months in violation of its deal with world powers and is refusing to answer questions about three possible undeclared nuclear sites, the UN nuclear watchdog…

EU-UK trade talks kick off amid threats and deadlines

Posted on Monday, March 2, 2020

Long-awaited trade talks between the European Union and Britain kicked off Monday amid deep tensions over Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s threat to walk away from the negotiations if not enough progress is made within four months.

Erdogan warns ‘millions’ of refugees heading to Europe

Posted on Monday, March 2, 2020

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's decision to bus thousands of migrants from refugee camps to Turkey's border with Greece was the wrong approach, even if Ankara 'currently does not feel sufficiently supported' by…

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