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# Gulf

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# energy security
Iranian president warns foreign forces to stay out of the Gulf
It comes as the United States sends more troops to the region in a defensive capacity.
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Sep 22nd 2019, 12:15 PM
# Saudi Arabia
Trump announces Iran sanctions as US sends more troops to Gulf
The US President said the sanctions were the toughest ever against another country, but indicated he did not plan a military strike.
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Sep 21st 2019, 8:08 AM
# Tension
Saudi oil tankers among ships targeted by 'sabotage attacks'
The ships suffered “significant damage” but none of the crew members were harmed.
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May 13th 2019, 10:35 PM
# Broadcast rights
BeIN Sports claim 'irrefutable evidence' of Saudi Arabia-based piracy
“The illegal channel beoutQ is backed by Saudi nationals and openly promoted by leading Saudi figures.”
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Aug 16th 2018, 1:09 PM
# gulf apart
'Made to be rejected': Qatar looks to reject demands made in Gulf-states row
Gulf states have demanded Qatar agree to complete a list of demands to end the blockade against it.
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Jul 2nd 2017, 2:55 PM
# bridge the gulf
Arab nations cut ties with Qatar due to 'terrorist links'
Airlines Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia will cancel flights to and from Qatar from tomorrow.
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Jun 5th 2017, 12:04 PM
# topo chico
49 people have died in an enormous prison brawl in Mexico
The prisoners involved fought with sticks and blades and ignited a fire. 12 others were injured, five of them seriously.
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Feb 11th 2016, 7:40 PM
# stethoscopes and chisels
Thieves dressed as Gulf tourists used chisels to steal hotel safes
Two men have been arrested in France.
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Aug 29th 2015, 11:57 PM
# It Wasn't Me
Tony Blair: Syrian war to blame for Iraq violence, not 2003 invasion
Arguments that there would be no crisis if Saddam Hussein remained are “bizarre” he said.
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Jun 15th 2014, 9:18 AM
# Your Say
Poll: Should the Taoiseach bring up human rights abuses during Gulf visit?
Minister Richard Bruton has said the current trade mission to region is not an appropriate time to address the issue.
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Jan 9th 2014, 9:33 AM
# year of jobs
Taoiseach and Jobs Minister head to Gulf for 'ambitious' trade mission
They will be accompanied by representatives from almost 90 companies, visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.
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Jan 4th 2014, 9:01 AM
# crisis
Syrian refugees 'now make up 10 per cent of population of Lebanon'
Oxfam said the figure is comparable to the entire population of Belfast, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford and Derry all moving to Dublin.
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Apr 30th 2013, 7:15 AM
# One Small Step
Saudi king says 30 women can now sit on top advisory council for first time
The 30 women will sit on the previously all-male 150-seat Shura Council which is appointed by the king to advise him on policy.
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Jan 11th 2013, 3:47 PM
# Arab Spring
Bahrain activist jailed for three years
Nabeel Rajab was found guilty of taking part in illegal gatherings.
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Aug 16th 2012, 11:08 AM
# Gender Gulf
Saudi Arabia plans 'women-only' city
The female industrial city would allow more women into the workplace while maintaining gender segregation in the ultra-conservative Gulf kingdom.
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Aug 13th 2012, 3:15 PM
# Qatar
Qatar launches investigation into fatal mall fire
Thirteen children and six adults, including two firefighters, were killed in yesterday’s blaze.
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May 29th 2012, 8:40 PM
# Map wars
Iran reveals its latest enemy... Google Maps
The country said Google was ‘fabricating lies’ with its map of the Gulf.
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May 6th 2012, 1:46 PM
# nukes
UN nuclear inspectors start investigation in Iran
The inspectors are examining whether Iran really does have a secret atomic weapons programme, which Iran vehemently denies.
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Jan 29th 2012, 12:40 PM
# Oil
Drilling thrives 18 months after BP oil spill
The first new drilling began in the region in March of this year – and is thriving even after the disastrous BP oil spill.
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Dec 31st 2011, 7:00 PM
# Bahrain
Bahrain's king criticises investigation distancing Iran from Arab Spring
The king of Bahrain says the investigator charged with probing the government’s crackdown on civilian protests uncovered “real shortcomings” from state institutions.
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Nov 23rd 2011, 10:01 PM
# Arab Spring
Bahrain to retry medics jailed for treating protesters
The Gulf state will re-examine the cases of 20 medical personnel who were given jail sentences ranging from five to 15 years for treating protesters wounded in anti-government demonstrators.
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Oct 6th 2011, 11:40 AM
# Bahrain
King of Bahrain orders end to martial law
Three-month-long state of emergency is coming to an end, the monarch declares on the same day 21 people are put on trial for allegedly plotting to overthrow him.
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May 8th 2011, 5:00 PM
# Bahrain
Bahraini government officials extend loyalty pledge campaign to Facebook, Twitter
‘Loyalty books’ had been placed around the country for signature and comments before the online versions were launched.
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May 7th 2011, 4:35 PM
# Bahrain
Six top opposition activists arrested in Bahrain
As the struggle in Bahrain continues, the Sunni monarchy uses everything at its disposal to retain power – while Shias are hoping their overwhelming population advantage will bring the leadership to its knees.
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Mar 17th 2011, 10:44 AM
# Bahrain
Jubilant scenes in Bahrain as military withdraws
Thousands are celebrating in capital of Bahrain after the withdrawal of the military, following scores of people being rushed to hospital after violent clashes earlier today.
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Feb 19th 2011, 3:55 PM