Middle East

France 24

November 28, 2025

Israel's Far-Right Strategy: Force Over Diplomacy in West Bank

Expert analysis reveals Netanyahu's government abandons diplomatic solutions, relying on military operations to displace Palestinians in systematic campaign of collective pressure.

#Israel #Palestine #Netanyahu

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The Guardian

November 28, 2025

NFL Thanksgiving Showcase: Sports Diplomacy Unites America

Jordan Love's stellar performance leads Packers over Lions while Cowboys triumph over Chiefs in traditional Thanksgiving games that showcase American cultural soft power.

#american-soft-power #cultural-diplomacy #sports-politics

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BBC

November 28, 2025

Pope Francis Warns of 'Piecemeal World War' on Turkey Visit

Pope Francis delivers stark warning about global conflicts during his first foreign trip to Turkey, describing current international tensions as a fragmented third world war.

#pope-francis #turkey #world-war

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BBC

November 28, 2025

Valencia Leader's Missing Hour Sparks Political Crisis in Spain

Former Valencia regional leader Carlos Mazón faces mounting pressure over unexplained absence during critical flood response hours.

#Spain #Valencia #flood-disaster

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Al Jazeera

November 27, 2025

Egypt's Parliamentary Elections: Democratic Theater or Power Grab?

Egypt's upcoming parliamentary elections appear carefully orchestrated to ensure President el-Sisi's continued dominance, raising questions about genuine democratic processes.

#Egypt #el-Sisi #Middle-East

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BBC

November 27, 2025

Israel Extends Control Line 520m Deeper Into Gaza Amid Ceasefire

New satellite imagery reveals Israel has positioned boundary markers up to 520 meters deeper inside Gaza than outlined in the Hamas ceasefire agreement, raising questions about territorial compliance.

#Israel #Gaza #ceasefire

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Al Jazeera

November 27, 2025

Miss Universe Empire Crumbles Under Fraud and Trafficking Charges

Thai mogul Anne Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip faces arrest warrant while co-owner investigated in Mexico, throwing the Miss Universe organization into unprecedented turmoil.

#international-law #corporate-fraud #thailand-politics

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France 24

November 27, 2025

Pope Leo XIV's Turkey Visit Marks New Chapter in Christian Diplomacy

Pope Leo XIV embarks on his first international trip to Turkey, meeting President Erdogan and Orthodox leaders to promote regional peace and Christian unity.

#papal diplomacy #Turkey geopolitics #interfaith dialogue

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BBC

November 27, 2025

UK Urged to Act as Another British Couple Faces Iran Detention

Richard Ratcliffe calls on UK government to apply lessons from his wife's case as another British couple remains imprisoned in Iran amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.

#Iran #UK-diplomacy #hostage-diplomacy

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BBC

November 27, 2025

Trump Backs Witkoff Amid Russia Coaching Controversy

President Trump defended his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff after leaked audio allegedly showed him coaching Russia during negotiations. Trump called it 'standard' diplomacy.

#Trump #Russia #diplomacy

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The New York Times

November 27, 2025

Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Exposes Urban Safety Crisis in Dense City

A rapidly spreading apartment fire in Hong Kong highlights critical safety concerns in one of the world's most densely populated cities, raising questions about building regulations.

#Hong Kong #urban safety #fire emergency

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BBC

November 26, 2025

Pakistan Foils Suicide Attack: Five Dead in Security Operation

Pakistani security forces successfully prevented a major terrorist attack, killing five suicide bombers at a facility gate in what authorities call a foiled plot.

#Pakistan #terrorism #counter-terrorism

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