Iraq camp closures ‘could leave 100,000 displaced people homeless’
Craig TaylorDisplaced families are being forced out with little notice, the Norwegian Refugee Council says. BBC News – Middle East
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UAE legal reform sees tougher penalties for family killings of women
The Gulf state says the change will protect women’s rights, as it seeks to liberalise its laws. BBC News – Middle East
Lebanon’s Gebran Bassil hit by US sanctions ‘for corruption’
The president’s son-in-law and key ally of Hezbollah is the latest figure targeted by the US. BBC News – Middle East
Israel rebuked for ‘biggest demolition of Palestinian homes in years’
The UN rebukes Israel for carrying out what it says was the biggest such demolition for a decade. BBC News – Middle East
US election result ‘will not affect Iran’s policy’ – Khamenei
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says its stance towards Washington is clearly defined and will not change. BBC News – Middle East
Robert Fisk, veteran UK journalist, dies aged 74
Known for his decades of reporting on the Middle East, Fisk interviewed Osama Bin Laden three times. BBC News – Middle East