Iraqis suffer as US-Iran shadow war shifts gear
Craig TaylorIran-backed militias suspected of attacking US-led forces in Iraq pose a deadly threat to civilians. BBC News – Middle East
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IAEA urges Iran to explain uranium particles at undeclared sites
The nuclear watchdog says Iran has failed to answer questions about three undeclared locations. BBC News – Middle East
Israel arrests Palestinian activist Muna el-Kurd in East Jerusalem
Muna el-Kurd, a voice of protest against moves to evict Palestinians, was questioned and released. BBC News – Middle East
Egypt: Fire at detention centre kills six teenagers
Local reports say an initial investigation blamed an electric short-circuit for the fire in Cairo. BBC News – Middle East
Benjamin Netanyahu calls to block Israel’s newly formed coalition
Israel’s longest-serving prime minister could be removed from power if an opposition coalition holds. BBC News – Middle East
Israel opposition parties agree to form new unity government
Naftali Bennett will initially become PM, meaning an end to Benjamin Netanyahu’s 12-year tenure. BBC News – Middle East