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Why US F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia Has Raised China Spying Concerns
The proposed $24.3 billion US sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia has raised concerns over Chinese access to sensitive American military technology.
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MBS-UAE Rivalry: How Saudi Arabia Lost Ground in Yemen to Houthis
Saudi Arabia faces a growing Houthi threat in Yemen after tensions with the UAE weakened forces that once formed the core of the…
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Iran President Pezeshkian on US Ties, Israel War and West Asia Crisis
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discusses Iran’s stance on the US, Israel conflict, regional security, Houthis, Bab el-Mandab and…
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Xi Jinping Visits Egypt to Deepen China-Egypt Ties and Expand Beijing's Middle East Influence
Chinese President Xi Jinping's Egypt visit highlights Beijing's growing economic, diplomatic and strategic influence in the Middle East as…
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Trump Sends Saudi Nuclear Deal to Congress, Links Approval to Israel Normalisation
Trump has sent a classified US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal to Congress, with its future linked to Saudi Arabia normalising relations with…
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Is India keeping Egypt out of the Mecca Pact? What is holding Cairo back
Egypt is considering the Mecca Pact but has stayed out for now. Here's how Saudi tensions, India, UAE, Israel and Turkey shape Cairo's…
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Mecca defence pact exposes Saudi-UAE rift as India-Israel ties enter Gulf debate
The Mecca defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey has exposed growing Saudi-UAE differences, bringing India's and Israel's…
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Iran Claims ‘Absolute Victory’ Over US, Israel: What Ghalibaf Said
Iran Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has claimed an “absolute victory” over the US and Israel, saying they failed to achieve…
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Mecca Defence Pact Explained: Why Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Signed the Agreement
The Mecca Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye has sparked geopolitical debate. Here's what the pact means, why it…
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US-Saudi Nuclear Deal: Why Pakistan's Nuclear History Raises Strategic Concerns for India
The US-Saudi nuclear agreement has renewed debate over nuclear proliferation and regional security. Here's why Pakistan's nuclear history…
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Israel Iran War Analysis: Ex-NSA Calls It Strategic Failure
Israel Iran war analysis reveals military success but strategic failure, says ex-NSA, raising concerns over long-term regional stability
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Hormuz Transit Fee Plan 2026: Iran, Oman May Charge Ships Under Ceasefire Deal
Iran and Oman may levy transit fees on ships via Strait of Hormuz under ceasefire plan, impacting global oil trade routes.
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Trump Iran Warning 2026: ‘Can Be Taken Out in One Night’ Amid Rescue Mission Claims
Trump warns Iran could be destroyed in one night after US rescue mission success, escalating global tensions sharply.
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Mojtaba Khamenei Health Update 2026: Iran Leader Reportedly Unconscious After Airstrike
Mojtaba Khamenei reportedly unconscious after airstrike injuries, raising concerns over leadership and stability in Iran.
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Israel Iran Train Warning 2026: Citizens Advised to Avoid Rail Travel Amid Rising Tensions
Israel warns Iranians to avoid trains for 12 hours citing security risks, raising concerns amid escalating regional tensions.
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Iran vs Trump 2026: ‘Surrender in 20 Hours’ Warning Escalates US-Iran Tensions
Iran adviser warns Trump of “Stone Age” retaliation if US doesn’t surrender in 20 hours, escalating global tensions sharply.
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Iran War Preparation 2026: 14 Million Volunteers, Youth Mobilisation Against US Threat
Iran mobilises millions, including youth, amid rising US tensions. Plans include volunteers, human chains, and large-scale defence strategy.
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Trump Iran Pause Extended as US Military Build-Up Signals Possible War
Trump Iran pause extended by 10 days as US troop build-up raises fears of war and possible ground invasion amid rising tensions.
