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President-elect expected to prioritize ending wars in Gaza and Lebanon, pressure Iran, push for normalization deals

LONDON: Defying almost all election predictions, Donald Trump, or “Abu Ivanka” as he is commonly known in the region, has secured what he has called a “powerful mandate” to form the next US administration, with massive implications not just for domestic politics but for the international community, including the Middle East. Since his election victory was confirmed on Wednesday, messages of congratulations have flooded in from Arab capitals, buoyed by the opportunities for deeper strategic cooperation that a second Trump presidency likely has in store for the region.

*The Flyers played another game since we last spoke, rounding out the road trip down in Florida, and picking up a point in a shootout loss to the reigning Stanley Cup champs. Which, honestly, is a way better result than we were expecting. [ BSH ]

Controversial Prop 65 Warning Labels About Toxic Chemicals are Effective, Study Says

LONDON: Towering above the fertile Bekaa Valley, the Temple of Jupiter and Temple of Bacchus in Baalbek stand as monumental symbols of Roman power, while the ruins of Tyre echo the splendor of the Phoenician civilization. Today, these UNESCO World Heritage sites, along with countless other historical landmarks, face a grave threat as the conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah fighters encroaches on Lebanon’s unique and ancient heritage. After nearly a year of cross-border exchanges that began on Oct.

Countless historical landmarks face existential threat amid escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah

Hay'at Tahrir Al-Sham captured the infamous regime jail on Dec. 8 after a dramatic 10-day campaign to oust Bashar Assad

Dec 12, 2024; San Francisco, CA, USA; The Oracle Park scoreboard displays a welcome message for shortstop Willy Adames, who signed a seven-year, $182

Jan 11, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Minnesota Wild head coach John Hynes watches the game against the San Jose Sharks during the third period at SAP Center at San

LONDON: As Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas marks 20 years in office, his leadership remains a complex chapter in the Palestinian national story, characterized by division, disillusionment, but also dogged determination. Having succeeded Yasser Arafat in 2005, Abbas’ lengthy tenure has been shaped by challenges that have profoundly impacted the Palestinian people, the pursuit of statehood, and the prospects for peace with Israel.