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Reza Pahlavi urges Western backing against Tehran

Iran

Reza Pahlavi urges Western backing against Tehran

The son of the former Shah appealed to Western countries to join the war against Iran and criticised the decision of the German government not to meet him during his visit to Berlin on Thursday.

Prospects for U.S.-Iran deal fade as tensions rise

Strait of Hormuz

Prospects for U.S.-Iran deal fade as tensions rise

Iran showed off its tightened grip over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with video of its commandos storming a huge cargo ship, after the collapse of peace talks that Washington had hoped would open the world's most important shipping corridor.

Libya saves 404 migrants in multiple boat rescues

Libya

Libya saves 404 migrants in multiple boat rescues

Libya's eastern-based coast guard of the Libyan National Army rescued at least 404 migrants on board 10 boats after they had "faced harsh conditions at sea," the Tobruk Red Crescent said on Wednesday.

Beirut seeks to extend ceasefire in talks with Israel

Lebanon

Beirut seeks to extend ceasefire in talks with Israel

The U.S. will host a second meeting between Lebanese and Israeli envoys on Thursday, with Beirut seeking the extension of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, a day after Israeli strikes killed at least five people including a journalist.

Turkey bans under-15s from social media

Turkey

Turkey bans under-15s from social media

The Turkish parliament has passed a landmark law restricting minors' access to social platforms, joining a growing global movement to protect children online.

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