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Iran’s economy deteriorates, oil minister resigns, workers protest: What to know
Iran’s oil minister has resigned amid mounting economic pressure from US sanctions and restrictions on the country’s exports.
Afghan Taliban says problems with Pakistan can be resolved through diplomacy
KABUL/ISLAMABAD, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Problems affecting relations between neighbours Afghanistan and Pakistan can be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi said on Monday at talks on Afghanistan held in Moscow.• Instead of seeking “political understanding”, Pakistan’s powerful military uses only military language in relations with Afghanistan and has carried out aggression in violation of international laws, Muttaqi said
US judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit that used abortion clinic access law against protesters
(This Oct 2 story has been repeated to add a picture and additional codes, with no changes to text.) By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Oct 2 (Reuters) - A US judge dismissed a lawsuit against pro-Palestinian organizations and protesters that President Donald Trump's administration brought last year under a law traditionally used against people blocking access to abortion clinics.
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How will 'Hob ala Waraq' end based on the Turkish version?
ALBAWABA - The Arabic series "Hob ala Waraq" [Love on Paper] is approaching its final episode within two weeks, as fans question what the end of the series will be
- Iran International Read
Iran escalates Starlink threats over fears of losing internet control
Iranian authorities have stepped up warnings against Starlink as the cost-of-living crisis deepens and the prospect of renewed public protests grows, signaling mounting concern over citizens’ access to satellite internet.
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Germany pledges $1.46 billion in aid for Ukraine
ALBAWABA - Following Merz’s unofficial visit to Ukraine on Oct. 4, Germany announced that it is preparing a new $1
Yemeni government forces advance to Bab el-Mandeb Strait
By Mohammed Ghobari and Timour AzhariOct 5 (Reuters) - Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces have secured effective control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Yemen’s Information Minister Moammar al-Eryani told Reuters on Monday, though fighting continues with Houthi forces in the area.
Yemeni government forces drive Houthis from Bab el-Mandeb Strait
By Mohammed Ghobari and Timour AzhariOct 5 (Reuters) - Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces staged a lightning advance on Monday to retake the coast around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait up to the city of Mocha, the government said, pushing the Iran-backed Houthis out of most of the areas they seized last month. The forces of the internationally recognised government, backed by heavy Saudi air strikes, reached the outskirts of Mocha late on Monday and Houthi fighters were retreating into the highlands, four government sources said.
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Video: Turkish company launches bulletproof school backpacks
ALBAWABA - A Turkish company recently went viral on social media after launching bulletproof school backpacks to protect students following several school shooting incidents across the country
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Senior commander: Iran will target all US bases and vessels
ALBAWABA - A senior commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) threatened the United States that Iran is ready to strike all U
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Data breach in Denmark leaks personal data of 8.8 million
ALBAWABA - Names, addresses and personal identification numbers belonging to about 8.8 million people registered in Denmark’s central population database have been compromised
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Iran workers face delayed wages, lost benefits and job fears
Workers across several sectors in Iran say employers are delaying or splitting wage payments, cutting benefits and warning staff they could lose their jobs for protesting, as inflation and rising living costs deepen pressure on households.
Rubio, asked about US bombers leaving UK, says no direct link with suspected plot
By Kate Holton and Jonathan Landay LONDON/WASHINGTON, Oct 5 (Reuters) - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday there was no direct link between the sudden removal of his country's bombers from a British airbase and a suspected Iranian plot at the site last week.
Yemen, Saudi Arabia strike Houthis as counteroffensive gets underway
Yemen's military backed by Saudi jets attacked Houthi targets including in the capital on Monday as they launched an ambitious counteroffensive to recapture all territory held by the group following its recent lightning gains. The Yemeni military said it carried out more than 1,000 strikes and began an offensive against the Houthi-held capital, Sanaa, while the Saudi-led coalition supporting the internationally recognised government said 100 warplanes flew sorties at dawn.
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Yemeni armed forces claim taking control of Bab al-Mandab
ALBAWABA - Yemeni government forces said in a statement on Monday that they have succeeded in regaining control of Bab al-Mandab from the Houthi group
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Yemeni forces launch 'decisive military operation' against Houthis
ALBAWABA - The Yemeni government announced Monday that its forces launched a "decisive military operation" against the Houthi group
- Al Bawaba - Daily Read
Oil exports exceed pre Iran war levels
ALBAWABA - Oil coming from the Middle East surpassed its pre-Iran war levels last week even with Hormuz closure, according to data from the maritime tracking firm Kpler
- Al Bawaba - Daily Read
Spain's Pedro Sanchez dissolves parliament, calls for early elections
ALBAWABA - Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez dissolved parliament on Monday and called for early elections in November
- Al Bawaba - Daily Read
Who is Wanying Zhang? FBI arrests Chinese agent spying on Taiwan
ALBAWABA - A California woman known as Heather was arrested by the FBI at Los Angeles International Airport before leaving for China
October 7 families join election race with hope of healing Israel
By Maayan Lubell and Emily Rose TEL AVIV, Oct 5 (Reuters) - One was inspired by her son's last stand trying to fight off attackers rampaging through a kibbutz. Another by her son's final words as militants tossed grenades into a bomb shelter packed with fleeing revellers from a music festival. A third by the brothers he campaigned to bring home from captivity in Gaza.
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