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Iraq backs Iran-US negotiations in Oman, foreign minister says

Iraq backs Iran-US negotiations in Oman, foreign minister says

Baghdad says talks are part of efforts to avert regional conflict

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Back to Gaza: Homecomings shadowed by loss and endless waiting
05.02.2026

Back to Gaza: Homecomings shadowed by loss and endless waiting

For families of returning patients, reunions at Rafah offer relief, but also reopen wounds carved by war, separation and absence

Iran releases 8 Indian crew members of UAE-based vessel detained last December
05.02.2026

Iran releases 8 Indian crew members of UAE-based vessel detained last December

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps alleged tanker was 'smuggling 6,000 tonnes of fuel'

Global Sumud aid flotilla to set sail again for war-torn Gaza from Barcelona on March 29
05.02.2026

Global Sumud aid flotilla to set sail again for war-torn Gaza from Barcelona on March 29

New mission to Gaza to include thousands of participants, including health care professionals, war crimes investigators, says activist in aid effort

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia to deepen defense cooperation, eye joint investment in KAAN fighter jet project
05.02.2026

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia to deepen defense cooperation, eye joint investment in KAAN fighter jet project

Ankara, Riyadh sign 'major' defense industry cooperation deals, Turkish President Erdogan expresses Türkiye's determination to expand them

25 Palestinians cross Rafah terminal into Gaza from Egypt
05.02.2026

25 Palestinians cross Rafah terminal into Gaza from Egypt

46 Palestinians departed enclave, including 15 patients and 31 companions, Red Crescent Society says