middle-east
Death toll rises to 38 in Iraq's violent protests
Baghdad, Oct. 4 (Xinhua/UNB) -- The death toll in three days of protests in Iraq climbed to 38 and more than 1,648 people were wounded, a member of the Iraqi human rights body said on Friday.
Lebanon's labor minister asks Syrian refugees to register newborns
Beirut, Oct. 4 (Xinhua/UNB) -- Lebanese Labor Minister Camille Abousleiman called upon Syrian refugees on Friday to register their children who were born in Lebanon, a statement by his ministry said.
US sanctions squeezing Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon
Beirut, Oct 4 (AP/UNB) — The conflict between Iran and the U.S. that has created tensions throughout much of the Middle East is now also being felt in Lebanon, where Washington has slapped sanctions on the Iran-backed Hezbollah and warned they could soon expand to its allies, further deepening the tiny Arab country’s economic crisis.
Iraqi PM addresses the nation, urges protesters to go home
Baghdad, Oct 4 (AP/UNB) — Iraq’s premier on Friday urged anti-government protesters to go home, saying their “legitimate demands” have been heard while also comparing security measures imposed in the wake of this week’s violence, including a curfew, to “bitter medicine” that needs to be swallowed.
Saudi crown prince denies ordering journalist's murder
New York, Sep 30 (AP/UNB) — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said in a television interview that he takes "full responsibility" for the grisly murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, but denied allegations that he ordered it.
Iran releases seized UK-flagged tanker
Tehran, Sep 27 (AP/UNB) — A British-flagged oil tanker held by Iran since July was released Friday and was heading toward the United Arab Emirates, the company that owns the vessel said.
Israel arrests Palestinian minister of Jerusalem affairs
Jerusalem, Sep 25 (AP/UNB) — Israeli police say they have arrested the Palestinian minister of Jerusalem affairs for conducting political activity in east Jerusalem.
Swedish owner of oil tanker held by Iran: ship has not moved
Copenhagen, Sep 24 (AP/UNB) — The head of the Swedish shipping firm that owns the British-flagged oil tanker held by Iran since July says Stena Impero is still in Iranian waters.
Iran's Guard says ready for 'any scenario' amid US standoff
Tehran, Sep 21 (AP/UNB) — The chief of Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guard says his forces are ready for combat and "any scenario" as the country's nuclear deal with world powers collapses and tensions with the U.S. soar.
Saudis allow media to see oil facility damaged by attacks
Buqayq, Sep 20 (AP/UNB) — The heart of Saudi Arabia's oil industry remained wrapped in scaffolding Friday as workers sought to repair the charred innards and shrapnel-blasted arteries caused by drone-and-cruise-missile attacks that raised tensions between the U.S. and Iran.