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Middle East

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China Adjusts Taiwan and Japan Strategy Amid Middle East Crisis

China softens its stance on Taiwan and Japan, eyeing the 2028 election and regional stability amid Middle East turmoil.

2026-04-17
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Trump's Lebanon-Israel Talks Claim Sparks Doubt and Skepticism

Trump's claim of imminent Lebanon-Israel talks is met with skepticism as Beirut denies any plans, highlighting regional tensions.

2026-04-17
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Russia and China Challenge U.S. in Middle East Amid Hungary's Shift

Russia and China strengthen ties against U.S. influence in the Middle East, while Hungary's elections signal a shift away from right-wing populism.

2026-04-17
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Pakistan's Army Chief Engages Iran Amid Middle East Tensions

General Asim Munir's Tehran visit aims to mediate tensions in the Middle East and restart US-Iran negotiations.

2026-04-17
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Trump's Bold Move: US Exit from Iran Amid Rising Tensions

Trump's announcement of a US exit from Iran, with or without a deal, heightens regional tensions and risks diplomatic fallout.

2026-04-17
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Iran's Fragile Ceasefire: Can a US Deal Bring Stability?

As Iran's ceasefire nears its end, uncertainty looms over US-Iran negotiations and regional stability.

2026-04-17
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Iran's Warning: US Naval Blockade Threatens Middle East Ceasefire

Iran warns the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz could collapse a fragile ceasefire, risking regional stability and global oil supplies.

2026-04-17
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US Proposes Pakistan as Venue for New Iran Talks Amid Blockades

The US is proposing Pakistan for new Iran talks as port blockades impact Tehran's economy, signaling a strategic diplomatic shift.

2026-04-17
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Lebanon Ceasefire Amid US Blockade on Iran: Key Developments

Israel and Lebanon's 10-day ceasefire coincides with a US naval blockade on Iran, escalating regional tensions.

2026-04-17
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Trump Urges Pope Leo to Recognize Iran as Global Threat

Trump's warning to Pope Leo highlights a growing ideological divide on Iran's threat, complicating global diplomacy.

2026-04-17