Rafik Hariri tribunal: Verdict due over assassination of Lebanon ex-PM
Craig TaylorFour men have been tried in absentia over the killing of Rafik Hariri in a 2005 bomb attack. BBC News – Middle East
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Israel and UAE launch direct phone links after historic accord
The two countries’ foreign ministers hold a telephone call following a deal to normalise relations. BBC News – Middle East
Kushner: Israel-UAE treaty a ‘massive change’ for the region
President Trump’s advisor says it will make the region safer, but the Palestinians decry “betrayal”. BBC News – Middle East
Israel and UAE strike historic deal to normalise relations
Israel and the United Arab Emirates agree to normalise relations in the third Israel-Arab peace deal. BBC News – Middle East
Beirut explosion: City holds vigil to mourn blast victims
A Muslim call to prayer is broadcast and church bells toll a week after the devastating blast. BBC News – Middle East
Beirut explosion: Lebanon’s government resigns as public anger mounts
The prime minister announced the move in a TV address as clashes continued for a third day. BBC News – Middle East