Western sanctions will make sure more Syrians die after the earthquakes
The economic stranglehold and selective approach to aid will mean more death and displacement
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New White House comms director as re-election decision nears
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Group of 35 countries ‘back ban’ on Russian and Belarusian athletes at Paris Olympics
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Iran Releases Journalist, Rights Activist Arrested Over Protests: Report
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Turkey earthquake victim rescued from rubble after posting location to Whatsapp
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South Africa’s energy crisis poses ‘existential threat’ to its economy
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Arrests made in Iran in connection with Isfahan drone attack
Iran’s Intelligence Ministry and the Intelligence Agency of the IRGC have issued a joint statement, saying a number of people have been arrested in connection with the recent failed terrorist attack on a military facility in the city of Isafahan.