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Iran summons UK envoy over British interference in internal affairs
The Iranian foreign ministry stressed that the dual citizenship of Alireza Akbari, who was executed for working closely with MI6, is not a legitimate pretext for British interference
Jan 15, 2023
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France, Jordan call for future without interference in Iraq
Ahead of the conference, Iran's foreign minister called on the remaining signatories of the JCPOA deal to hold a 'constructive and realistic approach to make necessary decisions for an agreement'
Dec 20, 2022
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Lebanon’s army chief in Qatar under shadow of political interference
Qatar, Saudi Arabia, France, and the US have all sought to interfere in Lebanon's internal election process to make sure the army chief becomes the country's next president
Dec 10, 2022
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Lebanon’s presidential vacuum allows for French interference
France considers Joseph Aoun as a west-leaning candidate who can balance the relationship between Hezbollah and Lebanon's western allies
Nov 25, 2022
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India welcomes Syrian foreign minister for first time
In recent months, Syria has begun a rapprochement process with some of its neighbors following the US-sponsored war in 2011
Nov 18, 2022
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Fatah Alliance leader tells Turkish envoy all foreign troops must leave Iraq
During their meeting, the Shia political leader also told the Turkish diplomat that no foreign interference will be allowed in Iraq's ongoing electoral dispute
Nov 10, 2021
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Jordanian and Iranian foreign ministers hold phone call to discuss regional developments
The Iranian foreign minister phoned his Jordanian counterpart days after meetings in Beirut and Damascus
Oct 12, 2021
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Iran reassures India it will meet its energy needs
Iran's deputy foreign minister is in India to discuss extensive bilateral cooperation between the two countries
Nov 24, 2022
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‘Our way, or collapse’: US and Saudi officials on Lebanon
Barbara Leaf, a US State Department official, believes the collapse of Lebanon will allow the country to be 'rebuilt from the ashes, freed from the curse of Hezbollah'
Nov 08, 2022
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UAE renews call for armistice in Syria
The UAE official welcomed the reopening of the international airport in Aleppo as essential to facilitate flights for the United Nations humanitarian assistance program
Sep 15, 2022
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Azerbaijan claims they ‘crushed’ Armenian attack in Nagorno-Karabakh
The EU called for an immediate end to hostilities, and said both sides should respect the ceasefire
Aug 04, 2022
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Leaders of Iran, Russia, Turkey attend summit on political solution for Syria
The heads of states agreed that military conflict cannot resolve the Syrian crisis, and that a political solution must be put forth to resolve internal conflicts
Jul 20, 2022
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Imran Khan rewrites Pakistan’s political history
Against the odds and powerful rivals pitted against him, former PM Khan’s win in Punjab elections is a victory for democracy and Pakistan's sovereignty
Jul 18, 2022
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Lebanon MP faces legal battle after meeting Israel officials at Morocco conference
A photo from the event in Morocco showed the Lebanese MP standing next to Efraim Sneh, the adviser to the Israeli prime minister
Jun 28, 2022
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‘Saudi ambassador sowing sedition in Lebanon’: Hezbollah official
Sheikh Qawook stated that silence in the face of Saudi interference in Lebanese affairs exposes all those who falsely raised slogans on the preservation of Lebanon's independence and sovereignty
Jun 25, 2022
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Tensions rise between Lebanon’s Shia and Christian parties as election results trickle out
A Hezbollah MP has warned the Lebanese Forces party against 'inciting a new civil war' after the LF threatened to form a government that excludes Shia parties
May 16, 2022
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Timing is everything: Unpacking Assad’s visit to Tehran
Five reasons for President Assad’s unannounced visit to the Iranian capital amid rapid geopolitical developments in the region
May 12, 2022
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The ultimate explainer to Lebanon’s 2022 elections
Even the Lebanese struggle to understand the mechanics of their elections. So The Cradle has provided a handy guide to understand the basics.
May 10, 2022
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Lebanese Christian leader accuses US of creating economic collapse
The leader of the popular Free Patriotic Movement has had a political alliance with Hezbollah for almost two decades
Apr 28, 2022
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Lebanese government ignores Russian wheat, oil offer despite crisis: Report
Russia also offers to sell fuel to power Lebanon's power plants, pricing the sales in Lebanese liras instead of foreign currencies
Apr 27, 2022
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Pakistan heads for snap elections amid regime-change allegations
PM Imran Khan has accused the White House of orchestrating a parliamentary coup to remove him from his post
Apr 04, 2022
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A Russian wrench in Vienna halts US dash for the finish line
In an eleventh-hour shot across Vienna's bow, the Russians challenged the US 'weaponization of the dollar' with the 'weaponization of the atom.'
Mar 07, 2022
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Hezbollah chief criticizes regional players trying to destabilize Lebanon
In a wide-ranging interview, Hassan Nasrallah lauded the resistance group's air defense capabilities and said Hezbollah is the 'only guarantee' for Lebanon's safety
Feb 09, 2022
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Iran willing to aid in reconstruction of Nagorno-Karabakh
During their conversation, the military chiefs of Iran and Azerbaijan said their nations hope to expand and consolidate bilateral relations
Jan 25, 2022
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Iran announces new round of talks with Saudi Arabia ‘is on the agenda’
For nearly a year, the historic rivals have been holding talks in Iraq in an effort to establish sustainable relations
Jan 10, 2022
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No deal reached between Iraq’s main political leader and pro-PMU parties: Report
Despite the political deadlock, leaders from the Coordination Framework described their meeting with Muqtada al-Sadr as "positive and responsible"
Dec 29, 2021
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Iranian FM visits Azerbaijan following months of simmering tensions
During a joint press conference with his Azeri counterpart, the diplomats announced Tehran and Baku are working at developing bilateral relations
Dec 23, 2021
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‘Rotten to the core:’ How Israel influenced British policy on Hamas
Israel now controls British Foreign policy through a highly-infiltrated, ferociously active network of organizations, campaigners, and relationships
Dec 13, 2021
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Iran, Azerbaijan leaders meet; vow to not be influenced by enemies
The two presidents committed to get past the "unwanted" tensions.
Nov 28, 2021
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Iran, Cuba strengthen ties, denounce US sanctions policy
Amir-Abdollahian condemned Washington's interventions in Cuba's internal affairs and its attempt to stoke unrest in the Caribbean nation
Feb 05, 2023
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