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Nasrallah says Biden to push Saudis for increasing oil production

Hezbollah Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah said US President Joe Biden is visiting the region with the aim of getting Saudi leaders to pump new crude supplies into the world oil market.

Biden’s tour of region to foment sedition, war: Iran official

A senior Iranian diplomat has lambasted US President Joe Biden’s visit to the West Asia region.

Ansarullah: Aggressors dragging feet on implementation of truce in Yemen

The Yemeni Ansarullah movement says countries involved in the military campaign against Yemen are dragging their feet on the implementation of the ceasefire rather than cooperating to enforce the provisions of the truce agreement.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 141

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Biden lands in Tel Aviv on first visit to ME as US president

US President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday on his first visit to the Middle East since taking office. The American leader has kicked off the high-stakes trip to the region dominated by efforts to persuade Persian Gulf allies to pump more oil and bring Israel and Saudi Arabia closer together.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 140

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Pentagon says Daesh leader killed in US strike in Syria

The Pentagon days Maher al-Agal, leader of Daesh (also known as ISIS or ISIL) terrorist group in Syria, was killed in a US drone strike on Tuesday. He was one of the group’s top four leaders, and the attack also targeted one of his deputies, officials say.

UN chief says “shocked” by number of Palestinian children killed by Israel

United Nations Secretary-General says he was “shocked” by the number of Palestinian children killed at the hands of Israeli forces last year. Antonio Guterres has warned Tel Aviv of being blacklisted.

Kremlin: President Putin to visit Iran next week

The Kremlin has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Iran next week.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 139

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Report: US mulls lifting weapons sale ban to Saudi Arabia

The administration of US President Joe Biden is discussing the possible lifting of its ban on US sales of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia, but any final decision is expected to hinge on whether Riyadh makes progress toward ending the war in neighboring Yemen, according to four people familiar with the matter.

16k police officers to ensure security during Biden’s visit to Israel

At least 16,000 police officers will be deployed to ensure security during US President Joe Biden's visit to Israel, Israeli police spokesman Mikhail Zingerman said.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 138

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Biden defends Saudi Arabia trip amid criticism ovor Riyadh rights record

US President Joe Biden has defended his plan to visit Saudi Arabia, saying engagement with Riyadh is paramount for countering “Russia’s aggression,” achieving “greater stability” in the Middle East, and ensuring Washington’s ability to “outcompete China.”

Red Cross: Mothers and babies facing ‘unimaginable horror’ in Yemen

A Red Cross official has stated the humanitarian situation in Yemen is one of “unimaginable horrors” with two thirds of the population deprived of basic healthcare. Basheer Omar called on the international community not to leave the Yemeni people “alone facing their fate.”

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 137

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 136

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Palestinian and Israeli leaders discuss security ahead of Biden visit

Israeli Prime Ministet Yair Lapid called Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to discuss security issues ahead of next week’s visit by US President Joe Biden to the region. It was the first such a conversation between Abbas and an Israeli leader in several years.

Japan’s former PM dies of wounds in terror attack

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been pronounced dead at the age of 67 after he was shot during a public address, NHK reported.

Tehran dismisses as baseless UK claim of Yemen-bound Iranian weapons

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman dismissed a baseless and outdated claim, published by the official website of the UK government, about the seizure of a Yemen-bound cargo of Iranian weapons in January 2022.

White House: US officials discussing air defense capabilities with Arab nations

US officials are discussing air defense capabilities with the Persian Gulf leaders in the face of "a threat from Iran", a White House spokesman says.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 135

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Biden to rescind designation of Afghanistan as non-NATO ally

US President Joe Biden has notified the Congress of his intent to rescind the designation of Afghanistan as a major non-NATO ally, according to a statement published by the press service of the White House on Wednesday.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 134

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Palestinian president meets Hamas leader for first time in 15 years

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met with head of Hamas political bureau, Ismail Haniyeh in Algeria on Tuesday. It was the first such meeting between the two in 15 years.

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