Hezbollah to Withdraw Support for Franjieh in Lebanese Presidential Election
Hezbollah is expected to withdraw its support for presidential candidate Suleiman Franjieh, opening the way for other contenders in Lebanon's upcoming election on Thursday, amid a reshaped political landscape following the war with Israel and the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
Hezbollah to Withdraw Support for Franjieh in Lebanese Presidential Election
Hezbollah is expected to withdraw its support for presidential candidate Suleiman Franjieh, opening the way for other contenders in Lebanon's upcoming election on Thursday, amid a reshaped political landscape following the war with Israel and the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
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52% Bias Score
Lebanon Extradities Activist to UAE Amid Human Rights Concerns
Lebanon extradited Egyptian activist Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi to the UAE on Tuesday despite Amnesty International's warnings of potential human rights abuses, following his criticism of the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
Lebanon Extradities Activist to UAE Amid Human Rights Concerns
Lebanon extradited Egyptian activist Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi to the UAE on Tuesday despite Amnesty International's warnings of potential human rights abuses, following his criticism of the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
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36% Bias Score
Syrian Channel Pixelates German Minister in Damascus Visit
Following the German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's visit to Damascus, the Syrian Telegram channel "Almharar", linked to Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), pixelated Baerbock's face in photos, while leaving French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot's face unobscured, highlighting differing cultural no...
Syrian Channel Pixelates German Minister in Damascus Visit
Following the German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's visit to Damascus, the Syrian Telegram channel "Almharar", linked to Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), pixelated Baerbock's face in photos, while leaving French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot's face unobscured, highlighting differing cultural no...
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Carter's Legacy: Economic Turmoil, Diplomatic Triumph, and the Iranian Revolution
Jimmy Carter's presidency (1977-1981) was marked by economic struggles (7% unemployment, 13% inflation) yet culminated in the landmark Camp David Accords, a significant diplomatic achievement between Israel and Egypt. However, his handling of the Iranian Revolution and its aftermath drew considerabl...
Carter's Legacy: Economic Turmoil, Diplomatic Triumph, and the Iranian Revolution
Jimmy Carter's presidency (1977-1981) was marked by economic struggles (7% unemployment, 13% inflation) yet culminated in the landmark Camp David Accords, a significant diplomatic achievement between Israel and Egypt. However, his handling of the Iranian Revolution and its aftermath drew considerabl...
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64% Bias Score
Shifting Sands: Arab-American Voters Back Trump Amid Gaza Conflict
Arab-American voters in Michigan shifted support to Donald Trump in the recent US elections, driven by disappointment with the Biden administration's handling of the Gaza conflict and Trump's implied promise of a more assertive approach to Middle East peace, despite concerns about his pro-Israel sta...
Shifting Sands: Arab-American Voters Back Trump Amid Gaza Conflict
Arab-American voters in Michigan shifted support to Donald Trump in the recent US elections, driven by disappointment with the Biden administration's handling of the Gaza conflict and Trump's implied promise of a more assertive approach to Middle East peace, despite concerns about his pro-Israel sta...
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52% Bias Score
Former Houthi Spokesperson Advocates for Arab-Jewish Reconciliation
Ali Al Bukhaiti, a former Houthi spokesperson, shares his journey from religious belief to atheism and his criticism of the Houthis, highlighting his unique perspective on Yemeni society and advocating for peace and reconciliation between Arabs and Jews.
Former Houthi Spokesperson Advocates for Arab-Jewish Reconciliation
Ali Al Bukhaiti, a former Houthi spokesperson, shares his journey from religious belief to atheism and his criticism of the Houthis, highlighting his unique perspective on Yemeni society and advocating for peace and reconciliation between Arabs and Jews.
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40% Bias Score
US Redirects $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its army against Hezbollah and enforce the ceasefire with Israel, due to concerns over human rights in Egypt.
US Redirects $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its army against Hezbollah and enforce the ceasefire with Israel, due to concerns over human rights in Egypt.
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40% Bias Score
Syria-Jordan Ties Strengthen: High-Level Delegation Visit and Test Flight to Damascus
A high-level Syrian delegation, including ministers of foreign affairs, defense, and oil, visited Jordan on Tuesday for the first time since the Syrian civil war began, focusing on boosting bilateral cooperation in various sectors, while a Jordanian plane conducted a test flight to Damascus, signali...
Syria-Jordan Ties Strengthen: High-Level Delegation Visit and Test Flight to Damascus
A high-level Syrian delegation, including ministers of foreign affairs, defense, and oil, visited Jordan on Tuesday for the first time since the Syrian civil war began, focusing on boosting bilateral cooperation in various sectors, while a Jordanian plane conducted a test flight to Damascus, signali...
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40% Bias Score
Lebanon Poised to Elect President Amidst Israeli Aggression
Lebanon's parliament is expected to elect a new president on January 9th, ending a two-year vacancy largely due to Hezbollah's political obstruction; however, Israel's continued aggression threatens this progress.
Lebanon Poised to Elect President Amidst Israeli Aggression
Lebanon's parliament is expected to elect a new president on January 9th, ending a two-year vacancy largely due to Hezbollah's political obstruction; however, Israel's continued aggression threatens this progress.
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52% Bias Score
Hamas: Militant Pragmatism in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Islamologist Joas Wagemakers describes Hamas as a pragmatically militant organization, using violence when strategically advantageous, while engaging in negotiations when deemed beneficial to its interests and the Palestinian cause; this contrasts with common perceptions.
Hamas: Militant Pragmatism in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Islamologist Joas Wagemakers describes Hamas as a pragmatically militant organization, using violence when strategically advantageous, while engaging in negotiations when deemed beneficial to its interests and the Palestinian cause; this contrasts with common perceptions.
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48% Bias Score
Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera in West Bank
The Palestinian Authority suspended Al Jazeera's broadcasting and operations in the West Bank on Wednesday, citing "inciting materials" and interference in internal affairs, marking the first such restriction imposed by Palestinian officials against the network, which has also faced restrictions fro...
Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera in West Bank
The Palestinian Authority suspended Al Jazeera's broadcasting and operations in the West Bank on Wednesday, citing "inciting materials" and interference in internal affairs, marking the first such restriction imposed by Palestinian officials against the network, which has also faced restrictions fro...
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36% Bias Score
Syria Seeks Improved Ties with Saudi Arabia After Leadership Change
A high-level Syrian delegation, including the foreign and defense ministers, visited Saudi Arabia on January 1st, 2024, aiming to improve relations after a change in Syrian leadership on December 8th, 2023. This follows other regional visits to Syria, signaling a potential shift in regional dynamics...
Syria Seeks Improved Ties with Saudi Arabia After Leadership Change
A high-level Syrian delegation, including the foreign and defense ministers, visited Saudi Arabia on January 1st, 2024, aiming to improve relations after a change in Syrian leadership on December 8th, 2023. This follows other regional visits to Syria, signaling a potential shift in regional dynamics...
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44% Bias Score