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Syria awards gas deal to ConocoPhillips and Novaterra
Oil prices fall below $80 on Middle East peace prospects
Hit by Tehran during war, Qatar quietly aids US-Iran diplomacy
Trump says Israel's Lebanon war 'too long' and Syria could do 'better job'
Iran says Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon is key to US deal
Quds Force chief says Iran deal with US is victory and vows proxies will endure
US envoy and Iraqi PM stress need to disarm militia groups
El Sisi looks to boost Trump alliance at G7 meeting
Nations sign statement condemning attack on Barakah nuclear power plant
It is now up to America to ensure its Iran deal brings lasting peace
Shadi's take on Donald Trump celebrating his 80th birthday with an Iran deal
Deal gives Middle East hope as US and Iran prepare for signing ceremony
Lebanon runs the risk of becoming a forever front in the Iran-Israel conflict
Relief in sight for thousands of seafarers trapped in Gulf
UAE hails US-Iran agreement and calls for protection of maritime routes
Shipping companies welcome reopening of strait – if safety is guaranteed