Dubai turns world’s tallest building into coronavirus charity box
Dubai (Reuters) – The world’s tallest building, Dubai’s 828-metre Burj Khalifa, has become a glowing charity donation box, raising money
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Iranian warship hit by missile in training accident, killing 19 sailors
Dubai (Reuters) – One Iranian warship accidentally struck another with a missile during an exercise, killing 19 sailors and wounding
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U.S. tells Iran to send plane so Washington can deport 11 Iranian nationals
Washington (Reuters) – The United States urged Tehran on Monday to send a charter plane to take home 11 Iranian
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WHO suspends staff activity in Yemen’s Houthi-held areas, operations continue
Dubai (Reuters) – The World Health Organization (WHO) has suspended staff activity at its hubs in Houthi-held areas of Yemen,
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Turkey threatens to target Haftar’s forces in Libya if attacks persist
Ankara (Reuters) – Turkey said on Sunday it would deem the forces of Libyan General Khalifa Haftar “legitimate targets” if
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Exclusive: Iran-linked hackers recently targeted coronavirus drugmaker Gilead – sources
London (Reuters) – Hackers linked to Iran have targeted staff at U.S. drugmaker Gilead Sciences Inc in recent weeks, according
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Moderate Iran quake kills two, draws many into Tehran streets
Dubai (Reuters) – Two people died after a 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck northern Iran in the early hours of Friday,
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Gulf states should consider U.S. ties when dealing with China: Official
Dubai (Reuters) – Gulf Arab states should consider their relationship with the United States when dealing with China, a U.S.
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Iraq lawmakers approve government of new Prime Minister Kadhimi
Baghdad (Reuters) – Iraq’s parliament approved a majority of ministers presented by Prime Minister-designate Mustafa al-Kadhimi on Wednesday, lawmakers said,
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Iran’s Rouhani pledges ‘crushing response’ if U.S. extends arms embargo
Dubai (Reuters) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani threatened a “crushing response” on Wednesday if the United States goes ahead with
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