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How America’s war with Iran has shattered the U.A.E.’s sense of security

For decades, the United Arab Emirates has positioned itself as an economic and cultural hub, connecting European and Asian markets. But on Saturday, just hours after the U.S. and Israel launched massive strikes against Iran that killed the country’s longtime Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the U.A.E. came under fire like never before. Source link

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In Nepal, a former rapper wants to be the next prime minister — and young voters are excited

As Nepalis head to the polls on Thursday in the first election since a Gen Z revolution last September toppled the previous government, one-time musician turned Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah has galvanized the electorate, with many young voters hoping he will defeat politicians belonging to the South Asian country’s old guard. Source link