Lebanon protests: Caretaker PM Saad Hariri withdraws candidacy
Craig TaylorThe caretaker PM hopes his decision will prompt parliamentary blocs to quickly agree a replacement. BBC News – Middle East
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Israel’s deportation of Human Rights Watch activist condemned
The government terminates Omar Shakir’s residency permit, saying he supported a boycott of Israel. BBC News – Middle East
Egypt animal mummies showcased at Saqqara near Cairo
The mummies, including cats, crocodiles, cobras, were found at the Saqqara necropolis near Cairo. BBC News – Middle East
Israel’s Netanyahu facing fight of his political life
Corruption charges against Israel’s PM compound its political crisis, as he fights for his survival. BBC News – Middle East
Syria war: UN appalled by deadly attack on Idlib camp for displaced people
Twelve people were killed when missiles struck the crowded camp in Idlib province. BBC News – Middle East
Iran protests: UN fears dozens of people have been killed
Some sources have indicated about 200 people may have died since the protests erupted on Friday. BBC News – Middle East