Reuters: Saudi oil attacks came from southwest Iran, U.S. official says, raising tensions
WASHINGTON/DUBAI (Reuters) - The United States believes the attacks that crippled Saudi Arabian oil facilities last weekend originated in southwestern Iran, a U.S. official told Reuters on Tuesday, an assessment that further increases tension in the Middle East.
Three officials, speaking to Reuters on condition of anonymity, said the attacks involved both cruise missiles and drones, indicating that they involved a higher degree of complexity and sophistication than initially thought.
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MIDDLE EAST
Saudi oil attacks came from southwest Iran, U.S. official says, raising tensions.
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Turkey, Russia, Iran agree steps to ease tensions in Syria's Idlib despite lingering differences.
Russia's Putin: foreign troops should be pulled out from Syria eventually.
Iraq says U.S. does not believe Iraqi territory used to launch attack on Saudi.
Iran leader Khamenei won't talk to U.S. without 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran charges three Australians with espionage.
10 Iran-backed fighters reportedly killed in Syria attack.
ASIA
Taiwan loses biggest Pacific ally as Solomons embraces China.
UN expert: Suu Kyi’s role in Rohingya abuses still unclear.
Taliban bombs election rally and Kabul square. Taliban attacks kill 48, Afghan leader unhurt as bomber targets rally.
Taliban delegation visits Iran to 'discuss latest developments'.
China signals veto in standoff with U.S. over Afghan U.N. mission: diplomats. U.N. Security Council overcomes Chinese veto threat to renew Afghanistan mission.
North Korea slams Japan for 'trespassing' in EEZ.
Report: Trump, Moon U.N. summit tentatively set for Monday.
Hindus fear for their lives after Pakistan blasphemy riots.
Hong Kong protests fail to slow city’s role as foreign investment gateway to China, government data shows.
Indonesia shuts down plantations linked to illegal forest fires.
South Korea culls pigs after confirming African swine fever.
AFRICA
AU urges creativity to fight al-Shabab in Somalia.
UAE drones target airport in Tripoli, Libya: Gov't.
Algerians protest against planned presidential vote.
Tunisia election: Political outsiders reach runoff.
Egypt still at odds with Ethiopia over giant Nile dam.
South Africa apologises to Nigeria over xenophobic attacks.
Former minister arrested over alleged mismanagement of Congo Ebola funds.
EUROPE
Spain to hold fresh elections in November.
Britain's Supreme Court enters Brexit drama with hearings on suspension of parliament.
Luxembourg PM's treatment of Johnson 'may harm Brexit talks'.
Vigilantes in Slovenia patrol borders to keep out migrants.
French police begin to clear migrants sheltered at Dunkirk gym.
Spain braces for fourth election in as many years as deadline looms.
Italy's Matteo Renzi to form new party after exiting Democratic Party.
US, Belarus to restore envoys after 10-year freeze.
France gives more people iodine pills in case of nuclear accident.
EU Parliament backs France's Lagarde as next ECB chief.
Paul Whelan: Former US marine alleges set-up in Russia spy case.
AMERICAS
Pence upbeat that Congress will pass USMCA trade deal this year.
Ex-campaign chief defends Trump, defies Democrats at impeachment hearing.
House Judiciary Committee to hold 1st impeachment hearing.
Senate set for floor showdown over Trump border wall.
US government sues Edward Snowden over book disclosures – live.
Canada’s intelligence service: theft of information is 'potentially devastating'. Trudeau reassures allies amid alleged spying case.
Venezuela opposition: Norway-mediated talks with Maduro are over.
Massive blackout hits four countries in Central America.
Haiti fuel shortage: Protesters call for president's resignation.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Jihad, history link Taliban to al-Qaida in Afghanistan.
Iraq launches anti-ISIS operation near Saudi border.
London police and Facebook move to stop live streaming of terror attacks.
Man reportedly shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’ after stabbing Italian soldier.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
US stock indexes edge up as oil gives up half of its spurt.
Recession fears among fund managers rise to highest level in a decade.
Apple slams EU as epic court battle over tax bill begins.
U.S., Japan reach initial trade agreement, Trump says.
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