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US-Iran Nuclear Talks Hit Geneva for Round 3. The Stakes Keep Rising.
Witkoff and Kushner met Iran's foreign minister for 3+ hours in Geneva. Here's what both sides want, and why this round feels different.
Shaw Beckett·
Middle East
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Iran's President Just Apologized for the Deadliest Crackdown in Decades
On the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, Pezeshkian said he's 'ashamed.' But protesters aren't buying it.
Shaw Beckett·
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Iran Reaches Out to Negotiate After Trump's Military Strike Threats
Trump says Iran proposed talks after his threat to strike the Islamic Republic. Here's what the regime wants and what happens next.
Shaw Beckett·
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Iran's Protests Just Hit a New Level: What We Know About the Nationwide Uprising
Massive anti-government protests have spread across Iran as authorities impose a communications blackout. Here's what's happening and why it matters.
Shaw Beckett·
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Israel Just Banned Doctors Without Borders in Gaza: What Happens Now
Thirty-seven aid organizations can no longer operate in Gaza as of January 1st. The humanitarian impact could be catastrophic.
Shaw Beckett·
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Syria Marks One Year Since Assad's Fall: Hope, Landmines, and a Long Road Ahead
Syrians celebrate the first anniversary of Bashar al-Assad's ouster as the country faces $216 billion in reconstruction costs and ongoing humanitarian crises.
Shaw Beckett·
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Israel and Hamas Are Moving to Ceasefire Phase Two: What That Means
Netanyahu says the harder work begins now as Germany pledges support for Gaza demilitarization.
Shaw Beckett·
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The Middle East's Quiet Tourism Revolution
Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Oman are transforming from oil economies to tourist destinations, and Western travelers are actually showing up.
Shaw Beckett·