Egypt preps military, and Iraqi weapons sovereignty
Update: 2025-09-18
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Egypt is shoring up security in the Sinai and mobilizing its forces. State control of weapons is a top priority for Iraq. A US-brokered deal brings relative peace to Sweida.
On today's episode of Trending Middle East:
State monopoly over weapons a top priority, Iraqi PM says
Egypt seeks US guarantees that Israel will not attack exiled Hamas leaders again
Sweida tensions subside but troops remain after US-brokered deal in Syria
This episode features Hadya Al Alawi, Assistant Foreign Editor; and Nada Maucourant Atallah, Beirut Correspondent.
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