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Confusion and fear as Iran says millions may have virus

President Hassan Rouhani's recent announcement that 25 million Iranians may have been infected with the coronavirus, a figure drastically higher than the country's official tally, has left many perplexed and fearful. The shock statement came five months after Iran announced its first...

Israel reinforces Lebanon border after Hezbollah threats

The Israeli military said Thursday it was reinforcing the country's northern border with infantry troops "in accordance with the situational assessment." The announcement comes after Hezbollah threatened to retaliate for a strike earlier this week that killed one of its fighters near...

US general sees Iraq troop drawdown as Daesh threat dims

A feared resurgence of Daesh has not so far materialized in Iraq, paving the way for a further coalition troop drawdown, a US commander said Wednesday. Though Daesh may never be completely eradicated, the group has been significantly diminished from when it controlled swathes of Iraq and...