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In a region often characterized by longstanding tensions and conflicts, the signing of the Abraham Accords marked a historic turning point in Middle Eastern diplomacy. This groundbreaking agreement, facilitated by the United States, saw the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab states, namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Sudan, and later, Morocco. Signed in September 2020, the Abraham Accords reshaped the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East and generated both hope and skepticism across the international community.

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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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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.

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Recent storms lashed the United Arab Emirates and Oman, dumping 25 centimeters (approximately 9.84 inches) of rain. In Oman, the deluge claimed at least 20 lives, while one fatality was reported in the UAE. The storm initially struck Oman on Sunday before
unleashing its force on the UAE by Tuesday, triggering power outages and flooding runways, causing significant flight disruptions.

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