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Middle East stock markets plummet amid US tariffs and falling oil prices
Middle East stock markets are tumbling as they struggle with the dual hit of U. S. tariffs and a sharp decline in oil prices. That's squeezing energy-producing nations that rely on those sales to power their economies and government spending.
US mulls new travel bans against over 40 countries
According to a report US diplomatic and security officials have drafted a list of the countries targeted, with varied travel bans for three categories.
Syria announces March 1 transition to new government, says minister
Syria's post-Assad era enters a new phase as Foreign Minister announces plans for a diverse, representative government starting March 1.
Trump's USAID shutdown: Global aid agency faces historic staff purge
In an unprecedented move that threatens billions in global humanitarian aid, USAID announces immediate administrative leave for its worldwide staff following pressure from Trump and Musk. This dramatic shake-up of the $40 billion agency impacts operations in 120 countries, raising concerns about global humanitarian assistance.
Russia welcomes to help rebuild Syria
Russia is welcome to assist the Syrian people in rebuilding their country as long as Syria's national interests are protected, Sheikh Hikmat al-Hajari, the spiritual leader of the Druze community in the Suwayda province.
Blinken in Paris to discuss Mideast, receive honour
Outgoing US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday began a visit to Paris in which he will receive France's highest honour and seek further coordination on the turbulent Middle East.
The road to Jerusalem may be through Damascus: Post-Assad Syria and Palestine
OPINION | The Collapse of Assad's Regime: A watershed moment for the Middle East and its implications for Syria and Palestine
Syrian political process should take place without outside interference
The inter-Syrian dialogue and political process in Syria after the stepping down of President Bashar Assad should take place without outside interference and in Damascus, the head of the Syrian opposition's Moscow Platform, Qadri Jamil.
Blinken to visit Turkey on Friday to discuss Syria: official source
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Turkey on Friday to discuss the developments in Syria after the toppling of strongman Bashar al-Assad, a Turkish official source said Wednesday.
Donald Trump says solving Ukraine crisis his top priority
Donald Trump said solving the Ukraine crisis would be his top priority once he assumes office next month, describing the Middle East as a "less difficult situation. "
UN Security Council may develop document on Syria in coming days - Nebenzia
The United Nations Security Council discussed the need to create a document on the situation in Syria, and its publication may take place in the coming days, Russian Ambassador to the United Nations Vassily Nebenzia said.
US envoy travels to seek journalist Austin Tice in Syria
The United States on Monday vowed to make all efforts to bring back journalist Austin Tice, who was abducted in Syria in 2012, with a US envoy heading to the region after strongman Bashar al-Assad's overthrow.
Assad resigns, leaves Syria after talks with Syrian stakeholders - Russian Foreign Ministry
Following negotiations with the parties to the Syrian conflict, Syrian President Bashar Assad has decided to resign and leave the country, ordering his government to ensure a peaceful power transition, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.