US and Iran seek to break impasse at talks on reviving nuclear deal
Craig TaylorIran’s nuclear advances add an air of urgency as the sides meet in Vienna after a five-month pause. BBC News – Middle East
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Covid: Israel to impose travel ban for foreigners over new variant
Travellers from all countries will be banned from entering Israel for 14 days, local media report. BBC News – Middle East
Egypt: Grand opening for Luxor’s ‘Avenue of the Sphinxes’
The ancient walkway, connecting two of the Egyptian city’s greatest temples, took decades to excavate. BBC News – Middle East
UAE general accused of torture elected Interpol president
Ahmed al-Raisi was chosen despite facing claims of complicity in torture by UAE security forces. BBC News – Middle East
Apple sues Israeli spyware firm NSO Group
Apple is the latest in a string of firms and governments to go after the hacking tool firm. BBC News – Middle East
Beirut blast: UN ignored plea for port disaster evidence
Letters to the UN chief’s office requesting key information have gone unanswered, the BBC has found. BBC News – Middle East