Biden's Final Acts: Ceasefire, Ukraine Aid, and Trump's Diverse Cabinet
In its final days, the Biden administration brokered a Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire, increased US weapons support for Ukraine against Russia, and faces potential trade disputes with Mexico and Canada under the incoming Trump administration, which has also assembled a politically diverse cabinet.
Biden's Final Acts: Ceasefire, Ukraine Aid, and Trump's Diverse Cabinet
In its final days, the Biden administration brokered a Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire, increased US weapons support for Ukraine against Russia, and faces potential trade disputes with Mexico and Canada under the incoming Trump administration, which has also assembled a politically diverse cabinet.
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48% Bias Score
Lebanon Ceasefire: Devastation and Uncertainty in South Lebanon
A ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel has ended 13 months of fighting in Lebanon, leaving southern villages like Zibqin in ruins but with residents returning despite the extensive damage and uncertainty about the future.
Lebanon Ceasefire: Devastation and Uncertainty in South Lebanon
A ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel has ended 13 months of fighting in Lebanon, leaving southern villages like Zibqin in ruins but with residents returning despite the extensive damage and uncertainty about the future.
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32% Bias Score
42 Palestinians Killed in Intensified Israeli Attacks on Gaza
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 42 Palestinians, while the UN warns of a looming humanitarian crisis with over two million people trapped and facing food and water shortages, amidst ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire.
42 Palestinians Killed in Intensified Israeli Attacks on Gaza
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 42 Palestinians, while the UN warns of a looming humanitarian crisis with over two million people trapped and facing food and water shortages, amidst ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire.
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40% Bias Score
Fragile Lebanon Ceasefire Holds Amid Threats of Renewed Warfare
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is tenuously holding after a war that killed at least 3,961 Lebanese and 129 Israelis, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatening to resume fighting if violated; a 60-day period is planned for Lebanese forces to deploy before phased...
Fragile Lebanon Ceasefire Holds Amid Threats of Renewed Warfare
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is tenuously holding after a war that killed at least 3,961 Lebanese and 129 Israelis, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatening to resume fighting if violated; a 60-day period is planned for Lebanese forces to deploy before phased...
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52% Bias Score
Gaza Conflict Continues Despite Lebanon Ceasefire
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has raised hopes for an end to conflict in Lebanon, but fighting continues in Gaza, where over 44,000 Palestinians have been killed and millions are displaced, facing a severe hunger crisis as international aid is blocked.
Gaza Conflict Continues Despite Lebanon Ceasefire
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has raised hopes for an end to conflict in Lebanon, but fighting continues in Gaza, where over 44,000 Palestinians have been killed and millions are displaced, facing a severe hunger crisis as international aid is blocked.
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52% Bias Score
China's Position on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A Balancing Act
Following Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, China initially offered an ambiguous response, later stating that Israel's actions exceeded self-defense and advocating for a two-state solution. This stance is driven by historical ties with Palestine, domestic political needs, and China's pursuit...
China's Position on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A Balancing Act
Following Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, China initially offered an ambiguous response, later stating that Israel's actions exceeded self-defense and advocating for a two-state solution. This stance is driven by historical ties with Palestine, domestic political needs, and China's pursuit...
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44% Bias Score
Rebels Seize Most of Aleppo in Surprise Offensive, Triggering Airstrikes
Russian and Syrian warplanes bombed Aleppo suburbs after rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, seized most of the city in a surprise offensive, killing at least 16 civilians and forcing 14,000 to flee; the rebels also captured Aleppo's international airport.
Rebels Seize Most of Aleppo in Surprise Offensive, Triggering Airstrikes
Russian and Syrian warplanes bombed Aleppo suburbs after rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, seized most of the city in a surprise offensive, killing at least 16 civilians and forcing 14,000 to flee; the rebels also captured Aleppo's international airport.
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60% Bias Score
Oman Tops 2024 Tax-Free Country Ranking for Expats
A new report ranks Oman as the top tax-free country for 2024, based on a Relocation Score considering cost of living, salaries, and other factors; Kuwait and Bahrain follow closely.
Oman Tops 2024 Tax-Free Country Ranking for Expats
A new report ranks Oman as the top tax-free country for 2024, based on a Relocation Score considering cost of living, salaries, and other factors; Kuwait and Bahrain follow closely.
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40% Bias Score
Lebanon Ceasefire: Fragile Peace After Devastating Conflict
A ceasefire has ended a conflict in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah, leaving over 3,500 Lebanese dead and over 1 million displaced, while also affecting Israeli towns near the border.
Lebanon Ceasefire: Fragile Peace After Devastating Conflict
A ceasefire has ended a conflict in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah, leaving over 3,500 Lebanese dead and over 1 million displaced, while also affecting Israeli towns near the border.
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48% Bias Score
Lebanon's Healthcare System Faces Immense Challenges After Conflict
Following a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon after months of intense conflict that displaced 1.2 million people, the World Health Organization (WHO) is working to restore healthcare services amid widespread damage to hospitals and a shortage of medical personnel.
Lebanon's Healthcare System Faces Immense Challenges After Conflict
Following a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon after months of intense conflict that displaced 1.2 million people, the World Health Organization (WHO) is working to restore healthcare services amid widespread damage to hospitals and a shortage of medical personnel.
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32% Bias Score
Israel Creates New Military Division in Northern Gaza, Displacing Thousands
Satellite images analyzed by BBC Verify reveal Israel is creating a new military division in northern Gaza, separating the northern area, demolishing hundreds of buildings and displacing over 100,000 Palestinians; the IDF says it is targeting terrorists and infrastructure.
Israel Creates New Military Division in Northern Gaza, Displacing Thousands
Satellite images analyzed by BBC Verify reveal Israel is creating a new military division in northern Gaza, separating the northern area, demolishing hundreds of buildings and displacing over 100,000 Palestinians; the IDF says it is targeting terrorists and infrastructure.
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44% Bias Score
Syria Conflict Escalates: Rebel Counter-Offensive Near Aleppo
Rebel groups launched a counter-offensive in northwestern Syria after increased Syrian and Russian airstrikes on Idlib, seizing several towns near Aleppo and prompting further escalation.
Syria Conflict Escalates: Rebel Counter-Offensive Near Aleppo
Rebel groups launched a counter-offensive in northwestern Syria after increased Syrian and Russian airstrikes on Idlib, seizing several towns near Aleppo and prompting further escalation.
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32% Bias Score