Middle East

Hezbollah Commander Killed in Air Strike in Southern Beirut, Says IDF

Israel launched its first air strike on Beirut since the ceasefire in Lebanon came into effect on April 16, killing a Hezbollah commander.

UAE Says It’s Negotiating Dollar Swap With US

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said last month that a number of allies in the Gulf region and in Asia had requested ​currency swap lines ​with the United ⁠States.
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US Objects as UN Appoints Iran as Vice President of Nuclear Non-Proliferation Conference

The United States objected strongly after Iran was selected as one of the 34 vice presidents of the United Nations Nonproliferation Treaty conference.

United Arab Emirates to Leave OPEC Next Month

The UAE will leave OPEC after reviewing its production policy and capacity, citing national interests and commitment to global market demand.

Israeli President Wants Netanyahu to Seek Plea Deal Before Potential Pardon

Israeli President Isaac Herzog said he is not ready to consider a pardon for PM Netanyahu, but wants him to reach a plea deal in the corruption trial.

Iran’s Exiled Crown Prince Says Iranians Want Complete Regime Change

Crowd at CPAC roared their approval as Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi urged President Trump to reject leaving any faction of the Islamic regime in power.

Board of Peace Members Offer $5 Billion for Gaza Reconstruction, Aid: Trump

President Trump said Board of Peace nations will pledge over $5 billion for Gaza humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts.
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Talks With US in Geneva May Include Energy, Mining, and Aircraft Deals, Iran Says

The United States is conducting a second round of talks with Iran over its nuclear program later this week, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said on Feb. 14.