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  Baku steps up as regional mediator amid shifting alliances

  Editor's note: Moses Becker is a special commentator on political issues for News.Az, a PhD in political science and an expert on interethnic and interreligious relations. The article expresses the personal opinion of the author and may not coincide with the view of News.Az.

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  Iranian President’s visit to Pakistan highlights Islamabad’s rising global influence

  Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent state visit to Pakistan comes at a pivotal moment, reflecting a strategic effort to strengthen ties with Islamabad amidst a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.

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  U.S. Fed’s Cook calls July jobs data "concerning" amid hiring slowdown

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  Israel poised to approve new war plan to take control of entire Gaza Strip

  Israel’s security cabinet will convene tomorrow to approve Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s new war plan, which involves intensifying the conflict and occupying the entire Gaza Strip.

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  White House prepares order targeting banks as Trump claims discrimination

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  US sanctions Mexican cartel figures, including popular rapper El Makabelico

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  Fed’s Cook says tepid July jobs data merits concern

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  McDonald’s global sales top estimates as affordable meal options boost demand

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  Ukraine’s Zelenskiy says Russia more inclined to ceasefire

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  Nasdaq up more than 1%, led by Apple gain

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