Middle East

Russia Says Bombing Anti-Government Forces in Syria

Russia's military said it had bombed anti-government forces in Syria to repel "extremists" that have launched an offensive in Aleppo.

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Hezbollah Says to Help Army Build Lebanon’s Defensive Capacities

Hezbollah chief vowed to cooperate with the Lebanese army and help build the country's defense capacities implementing the ceasefire's terms.

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Jihadists, Allies Breach Syria’s Second City in Lightning Assault

Jihadists and their Turkish-backed allies breached Aleppo in a lightning offensive against Iran and Russia-backed Syrian government.

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US Admiral Admits Ukraine, Israel Military Aid Affecting Readiness for China

A US Navy official has acknowledged that the country's ongoing military support for Ukraine and Israel is beginning to affect its readiness to counter China.

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Syria Jihadists, Allies Shell Aleppo in Shock Offensive

Jihadists and Turkish-backed allies shelled Aleppo in a major offensive against government troops in some of the deadliest fighting in years.

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EU to Enhance Jordanian Army Capabilities With $14M Assistance

The European Council has approved a $13.9 million assistance package for the Jordanian Armed Forces under the European Peace Facility.

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Syria War Monitor Says More Than 130 Dead in Army-Jihadist Clashes

A Syria war monitor said clashes between the army and jihadists killed more than 130 combatants in the worst fighting in the country's northwest in years.

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Biden to Launch Gaza Ceasefire Push Right Away: Adviser

US President Joe Biden will launch a renewed drive Wednesday for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal after Israel and Hezbollah began a truce in Lebanon, his national security adviser said.

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Hamas Says ‘Ready’ for Gaza Truce After Lebanon Ceasefire

Hamas is ready to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, a senior official in the Palestinian Islamist group said Wednesday, hailing the ceasefire that took hold in Lebanon.

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Israel OKs Purchase of Next-Gen Corvettes, ‘Hundreds’ of JLTVs

The Israeli government has authorized the acquisition of next-generation corvettes and “hundreds” of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles for its armed forces.

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