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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Yemen's Complex Web of War: Who's Fighting Whom?

Yemen's civil war, dragging on for over a decade, has recently escalated. This time, it's due to a separatist group backed by the UAE making significant territorial gains in the south. This has caused a rift within the Saudi-led coalition, originally formed to combat the Houthi group. The Houthis,

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Tensions Flare in Yemen as Saudi Arabia and UAE-Backed Forces Clash

In a recent turn of events, Saudi Arabia has taken military action against forces in southern Yemen that are supported by the United Arab Emirates. This incident has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict in the region. The Saudi-led coalition is trying to regain control of camps held by the So

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

A New Dawn in the Middle East?

The Middle East has seen more than its share of suffering. For over ten years, countries like Syria, Lebanon, Israel, and Gaza have been torn apart by war. Hundreds of thousands have lost their lives or been injured. Now, the region is at a turning point. Will it keep fighting, or will it choose pea

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Iran's President Speaks Out: A Look at the Tensions

Iran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, recently made strong statements about the country's relationship with the West. He said that Iran is in a "total war" with the United States, Israel, and Europe. This is a big deal because it shows how tense things are between these countries. Pezeshkian compare

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Deadly Day in Northern Israel: What Happened and Why It Matters

A shocking event unfolded in northern Israel on a recent Friday. A Palestinian man drove his car into a crowd, killing one person and injuring a teenager. He then sped off, stabbing a young woman to death and wounding another person near the city of Afula. The attacker was shot and taken to the hosp

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise as Israel and Hamas Clash Over Gaza Truce

Israel and Hamas are at odds again. This time, it's about who broke the truce in Gaza. Israel says Hamas is to blame. They claim Hamas hurt an Israeli soldier with a bomb in Rafah. Now, Israel is threatening to hit back. The Israeli leader, Benjamin Netanyahu, says Hamas must follow the rules. The

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Dec 24 2025RELIGION

Bethlehem's Christmas Revival: A Glimpse of Hope Amidst Struggles

Bethlehem, a city known for its deep Christian roots, saw a revival of Christmas celebrations this year. After two years of cancellations due to the Israel-Hamas war, the giant Christmas tree made its comeback, bringing a sense of normalcy to Manger Square. The city, where Jesus is believed to have

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Israel's Minister Pushes for Stronger Borders and Big Changes

A top Israeli official has some strong ideas about what should happen next in the region. Bezalel Smotrich, who is the Finance Minister and also has a role in the Defense Ministry, thinks Israel needs to take control of certain areas and make sure its borders are safe. He was talking about this at

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Why U. S. Backing for Israel is a Smart Move

A prominent U. S. senator recently highlighted the benefits of supporting Israel. Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, argued that the U. S. gains a lot from its defense aid to Israel. He believes the alliance brings valuable intelligence, counterterrorism skills, and advanced tech that

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Dec 21 2025POLITICS

Lebanon's Big Step: Disarming Hezbollah Near the Border

Lebanon is making progress in taking weapons away from Hezbollah near the Litani River. This is a big deal because it's part of a deal with Israel to stop fighting. The prime minister, Nawaf Salam, said they're almost done with the first part of this plan. The Lebanese army is in charge of this job

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