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West Asia highly mistrusts US ‘commitment’ to democracy, economic development: Poll
An overwhelming majority of citizens in West Asia and North Africa say they do not believe Washington is serious about helping the economic and political situation of the region
Apr 10, 2023
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Israel approves new settlements despite Sharm al-Sheikh commitments
Israel continues its 'Facts on the ground' strategy to prevent any return to the pre-1967 borders and to ensure lasting Israeli control over occupied Palestine
Mar 25, 2023
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Iraqi, Saudi FMs reaffirm commitment to linking electricity grids
Last year, Iraq and Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum to link their electricity grids
Feb 03, 2023
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IRGC calls on Iraqi government, IKR to fulfill commitments on border security
The IRGC launched missile and drone strikes against several targets in Erbil province in the IKR earlier today
Nov 14, 2022
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Taliban reaffirm commitment to protect Iran’s diplomatic missions in Afghanistan
Taliban officials have reiterated Kabul's determination to expand their relationship and general cooperation with Tehran
Apr 19, 2022
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Saudi Arabia asserts commitment to OPEC+ output levels in latest blow to the west
Despite best attempts by the US and UK leaders, both Saudi Arabia and the UAE have remained steadfast in their commitment to the oil producing alliance that includes Russia
Mar 18, 2022
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Russia reaffirms commitment to the fight against US-backed armed groups in Syria
During his visit to Moscow the Syrian Foreign Minister warned of Damascus' capabilities to retaliate against ongoing airstrikes by Israel
Feb 21, 2022
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Taliban affirms commitment to Iran’s water rights from Helmand River
Pressure has mounted on the Taliban, forcing them to honor a 1973 agreement to share water from the Helmand River with Iran
Feb 11, 2022
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Palestinian factions discuss ‘escalation’ following delay in commitments from Egypt
Hamas’ frustrations are the result of diplomatic delays by Egypt, which has failed to respond regarding its promises to help in the reconstruction of Gaza
Dec 10, 2021
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US conducts bomber exercise with Israel, Jordan, KSA to ‘intimidate’ Iran
The drills, which also included two unnamed West Asian countries, come despite a recent rapprochement deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia
Jun 09, 2023
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Israel dusts off settlement expansion project to ‘split West Bank in two’
Israel's ultra-nationalist government is looking to restore a contentious plan that has been delayed for 11 years due to international pressure
Jun 09, 2023
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The US plan to counter China and Iran in West Asia 
The US recognizes China's influence and Iran's dominance in West Asia, but its sluggish and ineffective responses not only hamper Washington's ability to counterbalance the eastward shift but also inflicts damage on its dwindling reputation as a trusted partner.
Jun 08, 2023
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Saudi crown prince meets with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro
The two countries praised cooperation via the OPEC+ alliance, which has been aggressively cutting production levels despite objections from the west
Jun 06, 2023
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OPEC+ sticks to reduced oil production as Saudi Arabia pledges bigger cuts
The powerful oil producing bloc has been slashing production quotas since last year, drawing the ire of the west
Jun 05, 2023
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BDS forces security giant G4S to leave Israel
Activists accused the British multinational private security company of complicity in Israeli human rights abuses against Palestinians
Jun 03, 2023
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Washington, KSA suspend Sudan peace talks over ‘serious violations’
The Sudanese army had already announced its withdrawal from the talks prior to their suspension
Jun 02, 2023
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UAE reveals it withdrew from US-led maritime coalition ‘months ago’
The UAE also refuted western media reports that claim the country is 'frustrated' over Washington's weak response to Iran's seizure of oil tankers in Gulf waters
May 31, 2023
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Iraqi national security advisor in Tehran for border security talks
Iran vowed last week that it would resume military operations on the border if the security threat is not reigned in
May 29, 2023
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Intense border clashes between Iran, Taliban leave several dead
This follows Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's stern warning to the Taliban over Tehran's rights under the 1973 Helmand River treaty
May 28, 2023
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UN suspends USD aid for Syrian refugees in Lebanon
Crisis-hit Lebanon has been in an uproar over a UN plan to provide Syrian refugees with aid in US dollars
May 27, 2023
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Saudi Arabia tops oil reserves with Russian fuel, sells its own to EU
Aggressive western sanctions against Russia in the aftermath of the Ukraine war have continued to backfire
May 26, 2023
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Saudi Aramco to invest in Iraqi gas field
The goal of the investment is to increase Iraq's oil output to 400 million cubic feet per day
May 26, 2023
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Asia to be driving force of oil demand for second straight year: Vitol
The president of Vitol Asia warned that growing demand at a time when OPEC+ members are cutting output could lead to a supply shortage and significantly higher prices
May 23, 2023
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Iran to continue striking IKR if Iraq fails to reign in separatists
Iran regularly launches operations against Kurdish militants on the border with Iraq given the threat they pose to the country’s security
May 22, 2023
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‘Terrorists linked to Israel’ arrested in Iran’s western border regions
Tehran says those detained entered the country from Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region
May 22, 2023
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Iran’s carrot-and-stick strategy toward the Taliban
Iran’s stance on the Taliban involves strategically aligning its West Asian and Eurasian policies, employing key leverage, and positioning itself as a key regional player in shaping Afghanistan's future, without undermining its own water and security concerns. 
May 22, 2023
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Iran replaces head of national security council
Ali Shamkhani, who has been Secretary of the National Security Council for 10 years, announced his resignation via Twitter
May 22, 2023
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Iraq, Russia agree to stick to OPEC+ production cuts
Arab members of the oil-producing bloc recently increased daily output cuts to stabilize market prices
May 22, 2023
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PIJ’s tactical triumph: Missiles multiply despite losses
Despite Israel’s assassinations of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s high-ranking commanders during this latest battle, the Quds Brigades was able to shift strategy by expanding its missile range, launching over 1,500 missiles, and introducing new tactics in its retaliatory strikes.
May 18, 2023
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Iran-Saudi detente is a setback for Israel
The China-brokered Iran-Saudi deal marked a significant shift toward establishing Persian Gulf and regional stability, but is a major setback for Israelis who have cultivated Arab-Iranian divisions for years.
May 17, 2023
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