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US announces new sanctions targeting Iranian oil industry
Sanctions have been imposed on the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum and the National Iranian Oil Company, among others.
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What’s behind the Middle East boycott of French products?
Muslim leaders accuse Macron of using divisive rhetoric for political gain and alienating France’s six million Muslims.
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Hailing controversy: Rideshare apps pour $188m into CA campaign
Uber, Lyft and DoorDash are fighting a law that classifies workers as employees with their own controversial proposal.
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Dow closes down more than 650 points as US COVID-19 cases surge
US stock investors are increasingly concerned over Washington’s stimulus deadlock and surging coronavirus infections.
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New York City sued over aggressive tactics during Floyd protests
Lawsuit claims police used harsh measures and caused injuries. NYC Mayor de Blasio says it ‘doesn’t sound right’.
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Israel museum postpones sale of Islamic antiquities after outrage
More than 250 rare ancient pieces from across the Middle East were to be auctioned off at Sotheby’s London.
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From: Inside Story
IATA CEO: Will science prevent the aviation industry’s crash?
The airline industry has been devastated by coronavirus as airports shut down and losses continue to soar.
Mali, France differ over holding talks with armed groups
France signals opposition to Mali’s readiness to open talks with fighters linked to al-Qaeda.
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