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At an event hosted by Al-Monitor and the US Chamber of Commerce, the prime minister discussed Iraq’s plan to achieve energy independence by 2030 and his desire to drawdown the US military presence in the country. New York City, NY. September 25, 2024 18:00 EDT. Past.
Egypt - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news …
6 days ago · Egypt: $1.2B at stake as IMF reviews ‘halfhearted’ economic reforms. The International Monetary Fund's delayed review began Tuesday, and Egypt could see the release of more than $1.2 billion in financing. By Jack Dutton. In Bristol, reporting on regional business, climate change, AI, tech.
Live Updates: Israel marks Oct. 7 anniversary as war rages on …
Israel on Monday marked a year since Oct. 7, when Hamas militants led an attack on southern Israeli communities that killed around 1,200 people and took 230 hostages from Israel, almost 100 of whom are still held in Gaza. Across the country, memorials and protests are being held to honor the victims and demand a deal with Hamas that would see the release of the remaining hostages, half of ...
Iraq - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news …
5 days ago · In Baghdad, reporting on politics and security. At an event hosted by Al-Monitor and the US Chamber of Commerce, the prime minister discussed Iraq’s plan to achieve energy independence by 2030 and his desire to drawdown the US military presence in the country. Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. The Iran-backed group said Abu Haidar al-Khafaji had been ...
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3 days ago · Erdogan invites Trump to Turkey, seeking end to US-Syrian Kurd alliance. The Turkish president described his conversation with the US president-elect as “sincere,” revealing that it had taken place while Donald Trump was at a …
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Nov 7, 2024 · Serdar Yektas, spokesperson for the Kurdistan Workers Party's armed wing, told Al-Monitor that Turkey’s use of its home-manufactured drones has drastically changed the nature of the conflict between them. By Amberin Zaman. Iranian news outlets blamed the IRGC member’s death on “coalition forces,” but did not offer further details.
Lebanon - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent …
2 days ago · Flying despite Israeli attacks, Middle East Airlines becomes symbol of pride for Lebanon. As a growing number of airlines cancel and reroute flights in the region to avoid conflict, Lebanon's flagship carrier has provided a sense of stability amid turmoil. By Amberin Zaman , Beatrice Farhat.
Iran - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news …
Nov 7, 2024 · What to make of Iran's 200% defense budget increase amid Israel tensions. The planned increase comes despite a widening deficit and record inflation rates, and after reports suggesting severe damage to Iran's air defense installations and missile production centers in the recent Israeli strike. By A correspondent in Tehran.
Palestine - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent …
Nov 7, 2024 · The top US diplomat’s 11th mission to the Middle East since the Oct. 7 attacks comes as Israel plans retaliatory strikes on Iran, while waging war in both Gaza and Lebanon. Israel. Analysis. China appears to be softening its criticisms of Israel's conduct in the Israel-Hamas war and the conflict in Lebanon.
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4 days ago · Additional US F-15 fighter jets arrive in Jordan as Israel anticipates Iran attack. The Biden administration seeks to dissuade Iran from launching yet another retaliatory attack against Israel amid a drawn-out exchange of strikes that risk escalating into a wider conflict. Jordan.