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Opinion: Kurds are biggest winners after Iraq's elections - 1 views

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nfyffe on 21 Oct 14

In a column in the independent Iraqi newspaper Kitabat, Mohammed Jawad Al-Abdali writes that it is doubtful that different parties will be able to from a stable coalition government after the country's recent elections.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In a column in the independent Iraqi newspaper Kitabat, Mohammed Jawad Al-Abdali writes that it is doubtful that different parties will be able to from a stable coalition government after the country's recent elections.</div>

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Egypt militants pledge loyalty to IS - 1 views

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mpatel5 on 11 Nov 14

A jihadist group which has carried out a series of attacks on security forces in Egypt's Sinai peninsula has pledged allegiance to Islamic State (IS). Ansar Beit al-Maqdis announced the move on a Twitter account in Arabic, saying IS promised "a new dawn raising the banner of monotheism".

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A jihadist group which has carried out a series of attacks on security forces in Egypt's Sinai peninsula has pledged allegiance to Islamic State (IS). Ansar Beit al-Maqdis announced the move on a Twitter account in Arabic, saying IS promised "a new dawn raising the banner of monotheism".</div>

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Egyptian graffiti artist Ganzeer arrested amid surge in political expression - 2 views

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agomez117 on 11 Nov 14

Egyptian security forces briefly detained three artists hanging posters in Cairo today ahead of major protests tomorrow - a "second revolution" in the words of activists, who are impatient with the pace of reform under Egypt's interim military rule. One of most famous street artist that was arrested was Ganzeer

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Egyptian security forces briefly detained three artists hanging posters in Cairo today ahead of major protests tomorrow - a "second revolution" in the words of activists, who are impatient with the pace of reform under Egypt's interim military rule. One of most famous street artist that was arrested was Ganzeer</div>

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Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Fate of Revolutionary Art in Egypt - The Tahrir In... - 0 views

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Report: Violence Against Hamas in Gaza - Middle East - News - Arutz Sheva - 0 views

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Residents of the Gaza strip fight back against Hamas

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Residents of the Gaza strip fight back against Hamas</div>

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Erdogan angles to tag Gulenists as a national security threat - Al-Monitor: the Pulse o... - 0 views

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Nostalgia for Ben Ali and hopes for new revolution in riot-stricken Tunis suburb | Midd... - 0 views

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csherro2 on 26 Jan 16

Interestingly enough people are kind of missing Ben Ali. He was overthrown and left the country. Ever since his leaving, Tunisia has been in an ugly state and residents are missing how comfortable they were when he was in power.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Interestingly enough people are kind of missing Ben Ali. He was overthrown and left the country. Ever since his leaving, Tunisia has been in an ugly state and residents are missing how comfortable they were when he was in power. </div>

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Syria chemical weapons allegations - BBC News - 0 views

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jherna2a on 27 Jan 16

This article reports six possible chemical weapon attacks within Syria despite the government's reassurances that weapons would only be used against external attacks. Because of the conflict, it is difficult to verify these incidents.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article reports six possible chemical weapon attacks within Syria despite the government's reassurances that weapons would only be used against external attacks. Because of the conflict, it is difficult to verify these incidents.</div>

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UN suspends Syrian peace talks - BBC News - 0 views

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joepouttu on 03 Feb 16

Syrian peace talks suspended by UN until 25 February after lack of progress in first week. Both sides are blaming their opposition for the collapse of the peace talks.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syrian peace talks suspended by UN until 25 February after lack of progress in first week. Both sides are blaming their opposition for the collapse of the peace talks.</div>

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Syria conflict: Major rebel town 'seized' in boost for Assad - BBC News - 1 views

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Syria Russia Airstrikes Rebels Latakia

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joepouttu on 25 Jan 16

Syrian government forces say they have seized the last major town held by rebels in western Latakia province. Russian air strikes were crucial in the recapture of Rabia.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syrian government forces say they have seized the last major town held by rebels in western Latakia province. Russian air strikes were crucial in the recapture of Rabia.</div>

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New Daesh Franchise Threatens Egypt - Newsweek Middle East - 0 views

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Nearing the anniversary of the Egyptian revolution, extremist group Misr ("Egypt," in Arabic) clashes with police. Simultaneously, Sisi regime cracks down on Muslim Brotherhood.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Nearing the anniversary of the Egyptian revolution, extremist group Misr ("Egypt," in Arabic) clashes with police. Simultaneously, Sisi regime cracks down on Muslim Brotherhood.</div>

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What's become of Egypt's Morsi? - BBC News - 0 views

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This article talks about where Morsi stands as of now in trial. Mohammad Morsi was Egypt's first democratically elected president. This article is interesting because it also gives the perspective of those that are on Mori's side.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article talks about where Morsi stands as of now in trial. Mohammad Morsi was Egypt's first democratically elected president. This article is interesting because it also gives the perspective of those that are on Mori's side.</div>

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mkulach on 19 Feb 16

A court in Egypt has put Ex President Morsi on a death sentence for the murder and torture of many protestors, for Prison Break and espionage. Morsi was democratically elected but failed to solve any social or economic problems and was overthrown soon after.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A court in Egypt has put Ex President Morsi on a death sentence for the murder and torture of many protestors, for Prison Break and espionage. Morsi was democratically elected but failed to solve any social or economic problems and was overthrown soon after.</div>

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Israel's Arab Alliance: A Counter to ISIS and Iran? - 3 views

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blantonjack on 10 Feb 16

With the Middle East ablaze, new opportunities have emerged for regional cooperation. In fact, partnerships have formed in the most unlikely of places, as Israel and some of its Arab neighbors have joined together to combat regional enemies, such as ISIS and Iran.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">With the Middle East ablaze, new opportunities have emerged for regional cooperation. In fact, partnerships have formed in the most unlikely of places, as Israel and some of its Arab neighbors have joined together to combat regional enemies, such as ISIS and Iran.</div>

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IRIN Middle East | Syria aid deal? What about Aleppo? | Syria | Conflict - 0 views

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ralph0 on 12 Feb 16

This is linked to another page that I saved. There was an agreement to send more humanitarian aid to Syria, where needed. However, Aleppo has been a location of turmoil of late and it is excluded from the list.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is linked to another page that I saved. There was an agreement to send more humanitarian aid to Syria, where needed. However, Aleppo has been a location of turmoil of late and it is excluded from the list.</div>

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Egypt bomb kills 21 at Alexandria Coptic church - BBC News - 0 views

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President Hosni Mubarak has urged Egypt's Muslims and Christians to stand united against terrorism after a bombing outside a church in Alexandria. At least 21 people were killed and 70 hurt in the suspected suicide attack, which happened during a New Year's Eve service at the al-Qiddissin Church.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">President Hosni Mubarak has urged Egypt's Muslims and Christians to stand united against terrorism after a bombing outside a church in Alexandria. At least 21 people were killed and 70 hurt in the suspected suicide attack, which happened during a New Year's Eve service at the al-Qiddissin Church.</div>

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Islamic State: Yazidi women tell of sex-slavery trauma - BBC News - 0 views

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sambofoster on 03 Mar 16

The Yazidi religious minority community in Iraq says 3,500 of its women and girls are still being held by the so-called Islamic State (IS), many being used as sex slaves. A few have managed to escape and here tell their harrowing stories. One day in August, Hannan woke to find her family frantically packing.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The Yazidi religious minority community in Iraq says 3,500 of its women and girls are still being held by the so-called Islamic State (IS), many being used as sex slaves. A few have managed to escape and here tell their harrowing stories. One day in August, Hannan woke to find her family frantically packing.</div>

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Israeli soldiers assault Palestinian detainees - 0 views

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mkulach on 31 Mar 16

Four Palestinians arrested this week for Facebook posts have spoken of physical assaults they endured during their detention and interrogation. The testimonies were collected by the Palestinian Committee for Prisoners' Affairs and relate to four Palestinian youths, including at least two teenagers detained.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Four Palestinians arrested this week for Facebook posts have spoken of physical assaults they endured during their detention and interrogation. The testimonies were collected by the Palestinian Committee for Prisoners' Affairs and relate to four Palestinian youths, including at least two teenagers detained.</div>

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Syria conflict: IS 'abducts hundreds of factory workers' - BBC News - 0 views

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ralph0 on 07 Apr 16

So this has been all over the news today. ISIS kidnapped 200-300 factory cement workers from near Damascus. Does this mean they're trying to build something?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">So this has been all over the news today. ISIS kidnapped 200-300 factory cement workers from near Damascus. Does this mean they're trying to build something?</div>

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Syria-Russia-Iran axis likely to liberate ISIS heartland, not Western backed forces - 0 views

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natphan on 07 Apr 16

If Islamic State and al-Qaida's Nusra Front lose control of their strongholds in Syria, Bashar Assad's army will likely supply the boots on the ground to supplant them, with help from Russian air strikes and Iranian and Hezbollah forces.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">If Islamic State and al-Qaida's Nusra Front lose control of their strongholds in Syria, Bashar Assad's army will likely supply the boots on the ground to supplant them, with help from Russian air strikes and Iranian and Hezbollah forces.</div>

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Citing terrorism, Egypt to step up surveillance of social media - 1 views

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Egyptian authorities have invited foreign software companies to help the government track online speech amid a sweeping crackdown on dissent. A twin bombing Monday killed two police officers. Egypt is tightening its control over social media by acquiring new software that would facilitate extensive monitoring of dissidents' communications, putting even stay-at-home opposition supporters at risk.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Egyptian authorities have invited foreign software companies to help the government track online speech amid a sweeping crackdown on dissent. A twin bombing Monday killed two police officers. Egypt is tightening its control over social media by acquiring new software that would facilitate extensive monitoring of dissidents' communications, putting even stay-at-home opposition supporters at risk.</div>

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