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Senior Iranian cleric expresses support for reforms in Iraq, Lebanon

Tehran’s interim Friday prayers leader has warned of hostile elements seeking to destabilize Iraq and Lebanon amid protests in the two Arab countries.

Lebanese banks open to customers again as life returns to normalcy

For the first time in two weeks, banks in Lebanon have reopened following an unprecedented wave of protests.

Democrats say impeachment rules for Trump same as they were for Nixon and Clinton

Democrats in the US House of Representatives have denied accusations by Republicans that the impeachment probe against President Donald Trump is unfair.

Yemeni forces shoot down US-made ScanEagle spy drone

Yemeni armed forces have shot down a spy drone on the northwestern border with Saudi Arabia.

Hung parliament? Polls edge Conservatives over Labour

Latest UK polls show the Conservatives maintain the largest margin of voter support over the next party, Labour, for the upcoming general election – though a possible “hung parliament”?

China shall not tolerate threats to ‘national security’ in Hong Kong

China has promised to take steps against months of violent protests in Hong Kong.

Over 1,000 homeless people died around Los Angeles in 2018: Report

More than 1,000 homeless people died in Los Angeles, California, in 2018, double the number of deaths from six years ago, according to a new report.

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US imposes new anti-Iran sanctions, imposes embargo on entire Iranian construction sector

Washington has imposed new sanctions against Iran, including an embargo targeting the construction sector.

Funerals begin as town mourns victims of Pakistan train fire

Distraught relatives gather for the first funerals of some of the 74 people killed when fire ripped through a crowded train in Pakistan, with many of the victims residents of a single town.

Explosive new wildfire drives thousands from homes in Southern California

A fresh spate of wildfires in the US state of California roared to life on Thursday, destroying homes and forcing evacuations.

Washington hitting peaceful nuclear energy program: Commentator

A political commentator believes such a pressure campaign against Tehran is absurd because it is targeting the country’s peaceful nuclear energy program.

Iraq: Free haircuts and food offered at anti-govt protest in Baghdad

Thousands of anti-government protesters flooded Baghdad’s Tahrir square on Thursday with demonstrators dancing to music, having free haircuts and food.

Serie A: Milan 1-0 Spal

AC Milan have moved into the top half of the Serie A, after edging past struggling Spal 1-nil at the San Siro.

Lebanon’s president wants formation of cabinet based on skills

Lebanese President Michel Aoun said the country’s next cabinet should include ministers selected based on their qualifications and experience.

North Korea tests missile launchers as denuclearization talks with US stall

North Korean leader Kim commended his military forces for fulfilling all of the test’s objectives.

‘Double standards’ in US politics forced me to resign: Katie Hill

US Congresswoman Katie Hill slams “double standards”, “misogynistic culture” and “gutter politics” as the reasons for her resignation.

Yellow Vests credited with pushing French growth to 0.3%

France’s economic growth rate continues to be just a few ticks from negative territory.

US-backed Guaido files lawsuit over state oil company bonds

Venezuela’s opposition leader Juan Guaido have filed a US lawsuit requesting the annulment of bonds issued by the country’s state-owned oil company.

Assad: Liberating northern Syria from Kurds ‘ultimate goal’

President Assad says recapturing the remaining pockets of land in northern Syria is his ultimate goal in the wake of an invasion by Turkey.

NHS to be key issue for British voters

The UK general election is expected to be dominated by Brexit but early indicators show that the future of the NHS might be another key battleground.

German Cup: B. Dotmund 2-1 B. Monchengladbach

Borussia Dortmund have seen off a spirited Borussia Monchengladbach 2-1 at Signal Iduna Park. 

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Serie A: Juventus 2-1 Genoa

Defending Serie A champions Juventus are back to the top of the standings, after edging out Genoa 2-1.

Germany’s Merkel arrives in India for three-day visit

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived in New Delhi for a three-day visit to strengthen bilateral ties and bolster strategic and economic cooperation.