US Demands Iraq End Maliki Nomination by Friday

Iraq’s Coordination Framework is still putting forward Nouri al-Maliki as its candidate for prime minister, despite President Trump loudly and repeatedly demand he be withdrawn. The US is now reportedly setting a deadline of Friday, February 27, to end the candidacy...

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Israel Launches Multiple Attacks on Eastern Lebanon

The Israeli military has reported carrying out at least 8 strikes against eastern Lebanon today, centering on the area around Baalbek. Multiple buildings were hit in the area, according to reports, but casualties from the strikes, if any, have yet to be confirmed. The...

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US Imposes New Iran Sanctions Ahead of Geneva Talks

The Trump administration on Wednesday imposed new Iran-related sanctions, a day before US and Iranian officials will meet for another round of talks in Geneva amid the major US military buildup in the Middle East. The Treasury Department said that it imposed sanctions...

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