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In a move that has sparked international concern, Iraq’s parliament recently passed a bill criminalizing same-sex relationships. The legislation imposes jail terms ranging from 10 to 15 years for individuals involved in such relationships. Additionally, transgender people could face imprisonment for one to three years under the new law.

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Israeli officials appeared increasingly concerned that the International Criminal Court may issue arrest warrants against the country’s leaders, as international pressure mounts over the war in Gaza. Airstrikes overnight into Monday killed 22 people in a southern city, according to hospital records.

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Amnesty International on 9th February addressed Lebanon's drug shortages and healthcare crisis. More than a year after the Lebanese government removed subsidies on most medications, short-sighted policies and a lack of adequate social safety nets have left people unable to access or afford vital and life-saving medication.. The government has also failed to fulfill its commitments to support Primary Health Care Centres (PHCCs), which provide free and low-cost medication and have been facing high demand.

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Tragedy struck Iraq's online community on Friday night as Ghufran Sawadi, a social media personality known as Umm Fahad, was shot dead outside her Baghdad residence. The attack, captured on surveillance camera and shared widely online, has sparked outrage and raised questions about online safety in the country.

Sports in the Middle East encompass a wide spectrum of activities, ranging from traditional pastimes deeply rooted in the region's cultural heritage to modern sports that have gained widespread popularity in recent years. Traditional sports like camel racing and falconry have been practiced for centuries and continue to hold significance as symbols of tradition, prestige, and cultural identity. Camel racing, in particular, is a cherished tradition in countries like the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, where it attracts large crowds and enjoys a dedicated following. Similarly, falconry, the ancient art of training and hunting with falcons, remains a revered practice in the Middle East, symbolizing the close bond between humans and nature and serving as a testament to the region's rich history.

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After an Israeli air strike in southern Gaza, a baby was rescued from her dying mother's womb. Sadly the baby has died. Baby Sabreen al-Sakani was delivered by Cesarean section in a Rafah hospital shortly after midnight on Sunday.

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Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 22 people, including 18 children, health officials said Sunday, as the United States was on track to approve billions of dollars of additional military aid to its close ally.