Saudi-backed Iran spies found guilty in Denmark
Craig TaylorThe three men are members of an Iranian opposition Arab group. BBC News – Middle East
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US special forces launch major raid in north-west Syria
Rescue workers say 13 people were killed in the operation in a border area dominated by jihadists. BBC News – Middle East
Israeli policies against Palestinians amount to apartheid – Amnesty
The rights group accuses it of racist policies, but Israel fiercely rejects “the false allegations”. BBC News – Middle East
Ayia Napa: Woman wins appeal against gang rape lie conviction
The woman’s public mischief conviction is overturned at the Cypriot Supreme Court. BBC News – Middle East
Jordanian army says it killed 27 drug smugglers from Syria
The army says the smugglers tried to cross into the kingdom under the cover of heavy snow. BBC News – Middle East
Palestinians vent against Hamas in rare online event
It is rare to hear criticism of Hamas in Gaza, but Palestinians have found a way to air their anger. BBC News – Middle East