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Betting on Ayatollah’s Ouster Ignites Ire Over Prediction Markets
ByEphrat Livni March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

Bettors are angry that Kalshi, citing a policy against death bets, did not pay on wagers. And with signs of trading on government secrets, some lawmakers want to restrict prediction markets.

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As Israel prepares to implement the ‘Gaza model’ in Lebanon, where is the international reaction? | Ben Reiff
ByBen Reiff March 18, 2026

A red-flag alert has been issued by one genocide-prevention organisation. This is not the time for empty condemnations but sanctions and arms embargosAnyone following Israeli media discourse in recent days may be experiencing a severe case of deja vu. …

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Beirut building turned to rubble by Israeli attack
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

Several central neighbourhoods in Beirut have been attacked in a series of Israeli strikes.

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Cuba’s nationwide blackout and energy crisis explained
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

Power is returning in Cuba after Monday’s grid collapse, as US restrictions on oil continue. Ed Augustin is in Havana.

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The oil logic behind Trump’s war on Iran
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

The Kharg Island strike shows how US force is calibrated to avoid disrupting global oil flows.

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Do Taliban’s drone attacks expose a chink in Pakistan’s armour?
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

As the conflict intensifies, Taliban drones challenge Pakistan’s security and response strategy, say experts.

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Aftermath of Iranian ‘revenge’ strikes on Israel leaves destruction, two ki
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

Widespread damage was left across areas near Tel Aviv after overnight Iranian missile strikes.

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‘US distraction in the Middle East is in China’s interest’
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

‘US distraction in the Middle East is in China’s interest’

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Israel bombs central Beirut, killing 6, strafes south, east Lebanon
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

Wave of Israeli air attacks launched as ground offensive widens in south where Hezbollah are fighting Israeli forces.

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Iran war: What is happening on day 19 of US-Israel attacks?
ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera March 18, 2026

Iran vows revenge after Israeli strikes kill security chief Ali Larijani and Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani.

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