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Lebanon’s central bank has revoked the local license of Bank Saderat Iran, one of Iran’s largest banks, as Washington intensifies pressure on countries to sever commercial ties with Tehran. Banque du Liban Governor Karim Souaid told Bloomberg that the decision, taken this week, was intended to demonstrate Lebanon’s determination to protect its banking sector from institutions that could expose it to financial and regulatory risks.
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US approves Iraqi government integrating Iran-backed factions in new cabinet Washington has approved the inclusion of Iran-backed factions in the new Iraqi government, according to diplomatic sources. A source told AFP that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi "obtained the tacit approval of the United States" during his visit in September for the United Nations General Assembly, where he met with President Donald Trump. The main point of contention was the appointment of Laith al-Khazali, brother of…
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Demonstrators clashed with police as President Javier Milei's decision not to release funding for universities brought students and employees to the streets. Protesters say the country's future is at stake.
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Cockroach Janta Party standoff with government extended as youth-led movement calls protest over jailing of activists.
