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POLITICSAug 12The Regional Order Iran Wanted Is Taking Shape Without ItA regional order that Iran reportedly desired is now forming without its inclusion or influence. This suggests a notable shift in international power dynamics and alliances in the region.foreignpolicy.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Trump remarks on diminishing impact of pro - Israel groups in CongressDonald Trump has made comments regarding the decreasing influence of pro-Israel groups within Congress. This highlights a political observation about lobbying power and foreign policy.aljazeera.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Trump remarks on diminishing impact of pro-Israel groups in CongressTrump claims pro-Israel lobbying no longer wields the power it had decades ago, reflecting changes in US politics.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon passes long - sought amnesty law , a day after death penalty repeal - Grenada Chronicle – Daily Grenada And Caribbean NewsLebanon has passed a long-sought amnesty law, following the repeal of the death penalty the previous day. This signifies significant legislative reforms in the country.grenadachronicle.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Trump says US has total control over Strait of HormuzTrump has stated that the United States exercises 'total control' over the Strait of Hormuz. This is a political assertion regarding a strategically important waterway.arabnews.com · Saudi Arabia
POLITICSAug 12US will ‘keep’ control of Hormuz strait, says TrumpTrump has repeatedly claimed the United States controls the strait, which is vital for the flow of energy and other commodity shipping through the Middle East. The post US will ‘keep’ control of Hormuz strait, says Trump appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 12Erdogan wants Turkey-Saudi Arabia-Pakistan defence pact to draw more countriesPresident Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday he hoped more countries would join a defence agreement signed last week between Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan aimed at stabilising a region wracked by conflict. The so-called Mecca Joint Defence Agreement was signed on Friday as the Middle East grapples with fallout from the US-Iran war, which has dragged in regional players and disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. “Our vision for it is not limited to the three...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 12Court dismisses APC aspirant’s suit against Adefiranye over Ondo Reps ticketBy Dayo Johnson Akure Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed a suit filed by APC aspirant, Mr. Matthew Oyerinmade, challenging the emergence of Hon. Festus Ayodele Adefiranye as the party’s candidate for Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo/Odigbo Federal Constituency in the 2027 House of Representatives election. The case was dismissed after Oyerinmade sought to […] The post Court dismisses APC aspirant’s suit against Adefiranye over Ondo Reps ticket appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon becomes first Middle East country to end death penaltyLebanon’s parliament voted on Tuesday to abolish the death penalty, making the country the first in the Middle East to do so. Lebanon has not carried out an execution since 2004, but death sentences have continued to be handed down, with the latest issued on Monday. Amnesty International says at least 85 people were still on death row as of January this year. Capital punishment in Lebanon has typically applied to serious crimes including murder, terrorism and espionage. France 24 correspondent Renée Davis reports the latest from Beirut.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 12China is sending scientists to Iran for rare earth ‘exploration and processing’China is expanding its scientific collaboration with Iran into the strategically sensitive field of rare earths, including processing technologies that Beijing has increasingly sought to protect from overseas transfer. The National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) unveiled the latest joint workshop programme with its Iranian counterpart on Monday, listing the “exploration and processing of rare earth elements” among five areas selected for cooperation. The Chinese side will provide...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 12Trump says U.S. has ‘total control’ of Strait of HormuzA political figure has claimed that the U.S. maintains "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz. This statement addresses geopolitical control over a vital international shipping lane.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 12Osun election: Ex-PDP guber aspirant endorses AdelekeAdedamola, alongside his supporters, said the decision followed extensive consultations, sober reflection and assessment of the political circumstances in the state. The post Osun election: Ex-PDP guber aspirant endorses Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 12Takeaways from Tuesday primaries . And , Iran threat prompted Trump secret plane swapThe article covers takeaways from recent primaries and details a past secret presidential plane swap allegedly prompted by an Iranian threat. This suggests analysis of political outcomes and a past national security incident.wwno.org · United States
POLITICSAug 12Top Iranian commander visited Iraq to discuss disarmament plan: SourceEsmail Qaani held meetings over Iraqi government's plan to disarm armed groups and bring weapons under state control.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 12Assam CM defends move to reduce Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone to 1 km from the default 10 kmRetaining a default 10-km Eco-Sensitive Zone around Kaziranga could affect several populated areas, Himanta Biswa Sarma saysThe Hindu
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon ends executions : Where does the death penalty still exist in 2026 ? - Dominican Republic Post – Caribbean News , Business , Travel & CultureLebanon has ended executions, prompting an examination of where the death penalty remains active globally in 2026.dominicanrepublicpost.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Takeaways from Tuesday primaries. And, Iran threat prompted Trump's secret plane swapYesterday's primaries provided more insight into what voters in both parties want from their new leaders. And, Trump secretly switched planes in Turkey last month amid a foreign threatNPR News
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon ends executions: Where does the death penalty still exist in 2026?Three-quarters of the world has abolished the death penalty in law or in practice, according to Amnesty International.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon abolishes death penalty, but justice system remains flawedOn Tuesday, a majority in the Chamber of Deputies voted to abolish the death penalty, bringing to an end a struggle led by civil society activists since the 1990s. While Lebanon has not carried out any executions since 2004, 85 people were on death row.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 12Iran Regime Drifts Deeper Into Confusion as Power Struggle IntensifiesThe Iranian regime is experiencing increasing confusion as an internal power struggle intensifies. This suggests growing political instability within the country.irannewsupdate.com · Iran
POLITICSAug 12Trump says Air Force One switch in Turkey was ordered over Iranian security threatFormer President Trump claims an Air Force One aircraft switch in Turkey was due to an Iranian security threat. This report raises questions about international security protocols and alleged threats during presidential travel.eyeradio.org · South Sudan
POLITICSAug 12Resistance Units Expand Anti - Execution Campaign Across IranResistance Units in Iran are reportedly expanding their campaign against executions across the country. This indicates growing internal dissent and opposition to government policies.irannewsupdate.com · Iran
POLITICSBREAKINGAug 12Former Syrian Leader Bashar al - Assad Sentenced To Death700wlw.iheart.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Pakistan continues efforts to facilitate U . S .- Iran dialogue : Foreign Office - XinhuaPakistan's Foreign Office is continuing its diplomatic efforts to facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran. This highlights ongoing international mediation in a significant geopolitical relationship.english.news.cn