Trump announces ‘peace deal’ between Bahrain and Israel
Craig TaylorThe US president helps broker a landmark deal as Bahrain agrees to recognise the state of Israel. BBC News – Middle East
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Beirut fire: Large blaze erupts in port a month after explosion
Officials are investigating what started the fire at an oil and tyre warehouse in Lebanon’s capital. BBC News – Middle East
US to withdraw 2,200 troops from Iraq by end of September
The remaining 3,000 personnel will continue to assist Iraqi forces combating the remnants of IS. BBC News – Middle East
Jamal Khashoggi murder: Saudi court commutes death sentences
Five people convicted over the journalist’s murder have been given 20-year prison terms instead. BBC News – Middle East
Beirut explosion: ‘No signs of life’ in search for blast survivors
Teams have been searching the rubble of a building after sensors detected possible signs of life. BBC News – Middle East
Beirut explosion: Hopes fade in search for survivor
Chilean rescue workers end a second day of searching, with no sign of a person beneath the rubble. BBC News – Middle East