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Syrian Foreign Minister Restores Ties and Reopens Embassy in Tripoli During Libya Visit

Syrian Foreign Minister Restores Ties and Reopens Embassy in Tripoli During Libya Visit

Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani visited Tripoli to reopen the Syrian embassy after 14 years and discuss security and economic co-operation with Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah.

The National|August 31, 2026|1
Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan High Officials to Hold Historic Istanbul Summit Following Mecca Defence Pact

Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan High Officials to Hold Historic Istanbul Summit Following Mecca Defence Pact

Top officials from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan are meeting in Istanbul to establish a strategic committee following their recent collective defence agreement signed in Mecca.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|2
Inside Istanbul: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye Forge New Defense Pact Amid Regional Conflict

Inside Istanbul: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye Forge New Defense Pact Amid Regional Conflict

Officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye met in Istanbul for their first committee meeting under the new Mecca Joint Defence Agreement to discuss military interoperability and implementation.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Controversial Video Reveals Former Israeli Soldiers Posing as Pro-Palestinian Supporters in the US

Controversial Video Reveals Former Israeli Soldiers Posing as Pro-Palestinian Supporters in the US

A short video shows former Israeli soldiers posing as Pro-Palestinian supporters in the US, lasting 1 minute and 42 seconds.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
US Strikes Lark Island in Southern Iran, Ending Weeks of Military Lull

US Strikes Lark Island in Southern Iran, Ending Weeks of Military Lull

The United States launched a strike against Lark Island in southern Iran, drawing vows of retaliation from Tehran and threatening to renew military confrontation.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Imprisoned Palestinian Leader Marwan Barghouti Could Run in Upcoming Presidential Elections, Says Son

Imprisoned Palestinian Leader Marwan Barghouti Could Run in Upcoming Presidential Elections, Says Son

Marwan Barghouti's son says the imprisoned Palestinian leader could run in next year's long-awaited presidential elections if he chooses to do so.

The National|August 31, 2026
Niger Mutiny Exposes Military Tensions and Tests Russia's Expanding Footprint in the Sahel

Niger Mutiny Exposes Military Tensions and Tests Russia's Expanding Footprint in the Sahel

Niger's military government successfully contained a mutiny in Niamey, exposing internal army tensions and testing the growing security role of Russia's Africa Corps in the Sahel.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
UAE Intercepts Iranian Drone Amid Renewed US-Iran Conflict

UAE Intercepts Iranian Drone Amid Renewed US-Iran Conflict

The United Arab Emirates intercepted an Iranian drone over its waters and denied airbase attacks following a renewed exchange of hostilities between the US and Iran.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Exonerates Morocco Over Ceuta Migrant Crisis, Blames Disinformation

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Exonerates Morocco Over Ceuta Migrant Crisis, Blames Disinformation

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has dismissed claims of Moroccan involvement in the Ceuta migrant crisis, instead pointing to foreign disinformation and facing growing domestic political pressure.

The National|August 31, 2026|1
Shanghai Professor Praises Historic China-Egypt Ties and Economic Growth in Exclusive Interview

Shanghai Professor Praises Historic China-Egypt Ties and Economic Growth in Exclusive Interview

A Shanghai International Studies University professor highlights the historic nature of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt, emphasizing strengthening economic and strategic ties.

Egypt Independent|August 31, 2026|1
Putin and Xi Prepare to Meet at Kyrgyzstan Summit as Global Tensions Mount

Putin and Xi Prepare to Meet at Kyrgyzstan Summit as Global Tensions Mount

Leaders including Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping are gathering in Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit amid rising international trade and political tensions.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Calls for Urgent Action at AU Summit Amid Unprecedented African Crises

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Calls for Urgent Action at AU Summit Amid Unprecedented African Crises

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly addressed the extraordinary AU summit in Luanda on behalf of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, calling for comprehensive action to tackle Africa's unprecedented challenges and conflicts.

Egypt Independent|August 31, 2026|1
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Accuses Russia and Israel of Fueling Ceuta Migrant Disinformation

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Accuses Russia and Israel of Fueling Ceuta Migrant Disinformation

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated that research shows Russia and Israel used the Ceuta migrant crisis to spread disinformation and criticize Spain. The prime minister also pledged additional aid for the enclave and cleared Moroccan authorities of any involvement.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
UAE Blames Iran for Intercepted Drone Attack and Demands Immediate Cessation of Hostilities

UAE Blames Iran for Intercepted Drone Attack and Demands Immediate Cessation of Hostilities

The UAE has strongly condemned an intercepted drone attack launched from Iran, holding Tehran fully responsible and demanding an immediate halt to hostilities.

The National|August 31, 2026|1
Iraq Rolls Out Financial Rewards for Corruption Whistleblowers Amid Major Crackdown

Iraq Rolls Out Financial Rewards for Corruption Whistleblowers Amid Major Crackdown

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has activated a law offering financial rewards to corruption whistleblowers, building on a major anti-graft campaign that has recovered over $1 billion.

The National|August 31, 2026
Kazakhstan President Tokayev Appoints Longtime Adviser Erlan Karin as First-Ever Vice President

Kazakhstan President Tokayev Appoints Longtime Adviser Erlan Karin as First-Ever Vice President

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has appointed longtime adviser Erlan Karin as the country's first vice president under a newly adopted constitution. The parliament also swiftly approved the reappointment of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|2
Xi, Modi, and Putin Gather in Bishkek for the Milestone SCO Summit Amid Global Conflicts

Xi, Modi, and Putin Gather in Bishkek for the Milestone SCO Summit Amid Global Conflicts

Leaders from SCO member states, including Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Narendra Modi, are gathering in Bishkek for a milestone summit to discuss regional security, trade corridors, and economic cooperation amid ongoing global conflicts.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Dr Anwar Gargash Declares Iranian Aggression Against Gulf States and Jordan a Failure

Dr Anwar Gargash Declares Iranian Aggression Against Gulf States and Jordan a Failure

Dr Anwar Gargash stated that Iranian attacks on Gulf states and Jordan have failed, emphasizing the need for sustainable political solutions as regional tensions persist.

The National|August 31, 2026|1
Israeli Settlers Storm West Bank Village of Qusra and Seize Home with Owner Inside

Israeli Settlers Storm West Bank Village of Qusra and Seize Home with Owner Inside

Israeli settlers stormed the West Bank village of Qusra and seized a home while its owner was inside, amid escalating violence and attacks on journalists in the region.

Egypt Independent|August 31, 2026|1
Xi, Putin, and Modi to Meet Iran's Pezeshkian at SCO Summit Amid US Pressure

Xi, Putin, and Modi to Meet Iran's Pezeshkian at SCO Summit Amid US Pressure

Leaders from China, Russia, and India are gathering at the Shanghai Co-operation Organisation summit in Kyrgyzstan to meet with Iran's president amid rising US economic pressures and sanctions.

The National|August 31, 2026|1