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the Islamic State extremist group claimed responsibility for killing a prominent Shia cleric in Damascus, raising fears of renewed militant activity

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What Israel's war on Hezbollah could mean for Lebanon's future

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Why intra-Kurdish rivalries could stall Iraq's new government

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Syrian intelligence says thwarted IS attack on Shia shrine

The New Arab Staff
11 January, 2025
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13 more killed in Pakistan sectarian fighting

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Israeli forces blow up Shrine of Shimon in south Lebanon

The New Arab Staff
17 November, 2024
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Sadek Hamid

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Rights group criticises Saudi 'terrorism' execution

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
19 August, 2024
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35 killed as Pakistan tribal feud sparks sectarian fighting

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
28 July, 2024
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Iran bans Egyptian TV drama on historical Islamic leader

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
28 April, 2024
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Kashmir Shias march for Ashura after 33-year ban lifted

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
27 July, 2023
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Ashura: Why do Shias commemorate it and how?

The New Arab Staff
27 July, 2023
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Pope Francis to make first papal trip to Bahrain this week

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
01 November, 2022
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Attackers kill at least 15 at Shia shrine in Iran: report

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
26 October, 2022
Iraq
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Iraqi judiciary to resume work amid political crisis

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
24 August, 2022
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Iraqi judiciary says it has no powers to dissolve parliament

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
14 August, 2022
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Islamic State group claims deadly Pakistan mosque bombing

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
05 March, 2022