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As the Syrian government's forces try to isolate pockets of rebel-held areas in the southern suburbs of Damascus, reports come in from across Syria that Hezbollah are proving a significant presence on the ground. Full Story »
Hezbollah is exposing Lebanon to internal tensions and Israeli aggression by continuing its military campaign in Syria, President Michel Sleiman said in comments published Thursday. Full Story »
A Syrian fired mortar shell hit the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights on Thursday morning, but is being treated as a stray rocket and not a premeditated attack. Full Story »
Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi has been considering all options for the planned protests on June 30, that call for his resignation, in conjunction with the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces. Full Story »
BUSINESS
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State-owned Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co (Adma-Opco) has awarded a 2.8 billion dirhams ($766 million) contract to a local firm to develop an offshore field as its expands production of crude oil.
BLOGS ROUNDUP
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After a 26-month uprising and over 100,000 chiefly innocent Syrian fatalities, G8 leaders essentially agree with Assad and Putin; Luma's idea swiped by the government? Qatar’s Foreign Policy in a nutshell; and bills in bras at the borders.
ENTERTAINMENT
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Saleh Al Shunnar submitted his 10-minute short 'Recycled' about littering in the UAE, and now it's been shortlisted for the Arab Film Studio (ASF) 2013 competition.
SPORTS
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The young playmaker has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid and Manchester City but the Andalusians say his exit is far from guaranteed
