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Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says

Israel is hopeful that it will reach a trade agreement with the United States before a pause to a barrage of U.S. tariffs on global imports expires on July 9

Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says

Expert-level Iran-U.S. talks that were supposed to take place on Wednesday will be shifted to Saturday, Tehran's foreign ministry spokesperson said, with a third round of high-level

Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL
Crime|Environment|MidEast|Travel

Sharks drew crowds who swam with them off Israel's coast — until one man disappeared

Israeli police have been scouring the Mediterranean coast for a swimmer they fear may have been attacked by a shark

Sharks drew crowds who swam with them off Israel's coast — until one man disappeared
MidEast|Political|Science|US|World

What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?

Negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program will move Saturday in Oman to what’s known as the “expert level” — a sign analysts say shows that the talks are moving forward rapidly

What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US targets Iranian LPG magnate with sanctions, Treasury says

The United States issued new sanctions on Tuesday targeting Iranian liquefied petroleum gas magnate Seyed Asadoollah Emamjomeh and his corporate network, the Treasury Department

US targets Iranian LPG magnate with sanctions, Treasury says
MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Iran's nuclear programme on Tuesday with the visiting leader of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said, a Kremlin official was quoted as

Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman
Business|Economy|MidEast

IMF cuts Saudi 2025 growth forecast, flags slower oil rebound as a drag on region

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast for Saudi Arabia, while flagging headwinds for the broader region, including a more

IMF cuts Saudi 2025 growth forecast, flags slower oil rebound as a drag on region
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade

The Israeli military launched one of the biggest waves of strikes in Gaza for weeks on Tuesday, residents said, and health officials issued a new warning that

Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade
MidEast|Political|US

Anti-Defamation League says anger at Israel is now the driving force behind antisemitism in the US

The Anti-Defamation League says the number of antisemitic incidents in the United States reached a record high last year

Anti-Defamation League says anger at Israel is now the driving force behind antisemitism in the US
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy

The plight of migrants was one of Pope Francis’ top priorities

Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy
MidEast|World

For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' visit was a rare moment of hope

The death of Pope Francis has sent shockwaves through Iraq’s Christian community, where his presence once brought hope after one of the darkest chapters in the country’s recent history

For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' visit was a rare moment of hope
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi will visit China on April 23 at the invitation of China, the Chinese foreign ministry announced on Tuesday.

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia

Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
Business|Economy|MidEast

In Dubai's Gold Souk, bullion's record run brings little joy for jewellers

In the bustling Gold Souk in Dubai, dubbed the "City of Gold", 22-karat gold jewellery is a traditional favourite for weddings, religious celebrations, and as a family

In Dubai's Gold Souk, bullion's record run brings little joy for jewellers
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery
MidEast|Political|US

Retired colonel reacts to reports Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared detailed plans about a military operation against the Houthis in Yemen on a second Signal group chat that included his wife, lawyer and brother, three people familiar with the chat told CNN. Former Biden administration Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh and CNN military analyst retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton join Jessica Dean to discuss.

Retired colonel reacts to reports Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears

Oil prices fell more than 2% on Monday on signs of progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran, while investors remained concerned about economic headwinds from

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears
MidEast|Political|US

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat

President Donald Trump said on Monday that he stood behind U.S.

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat
MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth created another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother where he shared similar details of a March military airstrike against Yemen’s Houthi militants that were sent in another chain with top Trump administration leaders

Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports
MidEast|Political|World

Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis had a frequent ritual: He would call the lone Catholic church in the Gaza Strip to see how people huddled inside were coping with a devastating war

Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza
MidEast|Political|US

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary

The White House on Monday denied a report that it has begun searching for a new defense secretary after Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details of a U.S. attack on Yemen's

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary
MidEast|Political|US

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil

The White House has expressed support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following media reports that he shared sensitive military details in another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza rescue service dismisses Israeli probe into killing of medics as a 'fabricated investigation'

The main Palestinian rescue service in Gaza has condemned Israel’s probe into the killings of 15 medical workers last month, calling it a “fabricated investigation.”

Gaza rescue service dismisses Israeli probe into killing of medics as a 'fabricated investigation'
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli probe into Gaza aid workers' killings not enough

The Palestinian Red Crescent called on Monday for a "serious investigation" into the killing of 15 aid workers in Gaza last month, a day after the Israeli military

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli probe into Gaza aid workers' killings not enough
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly

Members of Gaza's tiny Christian community said they were "heartbroken" on Monday at the death of Pope Francis, who campaigned for peace

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly
MidEast|Political

Israeli spy chief hands court scathing rebuke of Netanyahu bid to sack him

The head of Israel's domestic intelligence service said on Monday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bid to sack him followed his refusal to fulfil requests

Israeli spy chief hands court scathing rebuke of Netanyahu bid to sack him
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Tributes to Pope Francis are pouring in from around the world

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death
Business|Environment|MidEast|Technology

Saudi Aramco signs development deal with China's EV giant BYD

Saudi oil giant Aramco signed a joint development agreement with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD to explore collaboration in the development of new

Saudi Aramco signs development deal with China's EV giant BYD
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Lawful permanent residents like Mahmoud Khalil have a right to freedom of speech – but does that protect them from deportation?

The Trump administration says it can deport noncitizen students that create foreign security threats. The Supreme Court might ultimately decide the limits of these residents’ free speech.

Lawful permanent residents like Mahmoud Khalil have a right to freedom of speech – but does that protect them from deportation?
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Gulf issuers plan more debt sales, undeterred by recent market turmoil, sources say

Gulf issuers, including Saudi Arabia's $925 billion sovereign wealth fund, are working on a round of bond offerings, according to sources,

Gulf issuers plan more debt sales, undeterred by recent market turmoil, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

All 5 members of Bank of Israel monetary policy committee backed leaving rates unchanged

All five members of the Bank of Israel's Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.5% on April 7, according to minutes of the meeting

All 5 members of Bank of Israel monetary policy committee backed leaving rates unchanged
MidEast|Political|US

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother
MidEast|Sports

Max Verstappen says ‘people can’t handle the full truth’ after Saudi Arabia time-penalty

Max Verstappen says ‘people can’t handle the full truth’ after Saudi Arabia time-penalty

Max Verstappen says ‘people can’t handle the full truth’ after Saudi Arabia time-penalty
MidEast|Political|US|World

US airstrikes killed 12 people in Yemen’s capital, the Houthi rebels say

U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s capital killed 12 people and wounded 34 others, the Houthi rebels said early Monday

US airstrikes killed 12 people in Yemen’s capital, the Houthi rebels say
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit China on Tuesday, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday
Education|Health|MidEast|Political|US

Trump threatens to cut another $1 billion in Harvard funding, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump threatens to cut another $1 billion in Harvard funding, WSJ reports
MidEast|Political|US

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in second Signal chat, source says

U.S.

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in second Signal chat, source says
MidEast|Sports|World

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead

Oscar Piastri went top of the Formula 1 standings with victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on Sunday

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli probe into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza finds 'professional failures'

An Israeli investigation into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics last month in Gaza by Israeli forces says it has found “professional failures.”

Israeli probe into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza finds 'professional failures'
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia-Ukraine war: US says it would welcome extension of ceasefire

The U.S.

Russia-Ukraine war: US says it would welcome extension of ceasefire
MidEast|Political|US

Ousted Pentagon officials question leak investigation claims

Dan Caldwell, once one of U.S.

Ousted Pentagon officials question leak investigation claims
Crime|MidEast|World

‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, says Israeli military

‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, says Israeli military

‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, says Israeli military
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics

The Israeli military on Sunday said a review into last month's killing of emergency responders in Gaza found there had been "

Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese authorities detain people they say were planning rocket attacks on Israel

Lebanese authorities have detained several people who were allegedly planning to launch rockets into Israel and seized the weapons

Lebanese authorities detain people they say were planning rocket attacks on Israel
Economy|Food|MidEast|Political|World

First wheat shipment since Assad's ouster arrives in Syria's Latakia

A ship carrying wheat has arrived in Syria's Latakia port, the first delivery of its kind since former President Bashar al-Assad was ousted by rebels in December, the government said

First wheat shipment since Assad's ouster arrives in Syria's Latakia
Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia

Pope Francis entered St.

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia
Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US

Thousands of protesters rallied in Washington and other cities across the U.S. on Saturday to voice their opposition to President Donald Trump's policies on

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US