Middle East

France 24

December 11, 2025

Iceland Joins Eurovision Boycott Wave Over Israel Participation

Iceland becomes the fifth nation to boycott Eurovision 2025, joining Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia in protesting Israel's participation amid Gaza controversy.

#Eurovision #Israel #Gaza-conflict

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Deutsche Welle

December 11, 2025

Mosquitoes: Tiny Vectors, Global Security Threat to Nations

Mosquito-borne diseases kill hundreds of thousands annually, creating massive public health crises that threaten national stability and international security across continents.

#global health security #mosquito-borne diseases #climate change

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The New York Times

December 11, 2025

Mass Exodus: Hundreds of Thousands Flee Deadly Thai-Cambodia Border

Escalating border violence forces massive displacement as civilians seek shelter at racetracks and temples. Regional stability threatened by unprecedented refugee crisis.

#Thailand #Cambodia #border-conflict

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BBC

December 11, 2025

Eurovision 2025 Boycott: Four Nations Withdraw Over Israel Participation

Ireland, Spain, Netherlands, and Slovenia announce boycott of Eurovision 2025 after Israel's participation confirmed, sparking major geopolitical crisis for the contest.

#Eurovision #Israel #boycott

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The Guardian

December 10, 2025

US Fighter Jets Circle Venezuela Gulf Amid Trump Administration Pressure

Two F/A-18 Super Hornets flew over Venezuelan airspace for 40 minutes near Maracaibo as Trump escalates pressure on Maduro's government.

#venezuela #trump-administration #military-aircraft

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BBC

December 10, 2025

Louvre Museum Faces Infrastructure Crisis After Water Damage

Water leak damages hundreds of books in Louvre's Egyptian department, raising concerns about France's cultural heritage protection amid recent security failures.

#France #cultural-diplomacy #heritage-protection

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Al Jazeera

December 04, 2025

Gaza Residents Fear Full-Scale War as Israel-Palestine Tensions Rise

Gaza mourns victims amid rising fears of renewed conflict as Israel receives captive remains, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.

#Gaza #Israel-Palestine #Middle East

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The New York Times

December 04, 2025

UN Security Council Visits Syria and Lebanon at Critical Regional Juncture

The UN Security Council embarks on a crucial diplomatic mission to Syria and Lebanon as both nations navigate transformative political moments amid regional instability.

#UN Security Council #Syria #Lebanon

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BBC

December 04, 2025

Israeli-Russian Academic Reveals Torture by Iraqi Militants

Elizabeth Tsurkov breaks silence on two-year ordeal in Iraqi captivity, detailing systematic torture and abuse that left lasting physical and psychological scars.

#Iraq #Middle East #academic freedom

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BBC

December 04, 2025

Israel Extends Control Deeper Into Gaza Than Ceasefire Terms Allow

New satellite imagery reveals Israeli forces have established boundary markers up to 520 meters deeper inside Gaza territory than permitted under the recent ceasefire agreement with Hamas.

#Israel #Gaza #ceasefire

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The Guardian

December 03, 2025

UK Foreign Office Accused of Censoring Sudan Genocide Warning

Whistleblower reveals FCDO officials allegedly removed genocide warnings from Sudan risk assessments to protect UAE interests amid ongoing civil war.

#Sudan #genocide #UK foreign policy

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Deutsche Welle

December 03, 2025

Iranian Filmmaker Jafar Panahi Sentenced by Revolutionary Court

Palme d'Or winner Jafar Panahi faces prison sentence from Iranian Revolutionary Court in absentia, highlighting escalating crackdown on artistic freedom in Iran.

#Iran #human-rights #censorship

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