UAE warns exports will not be 'held hostage,' says rebuilding trust with Iran may take 'decades'
UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said Abu Dhabi would not accept threats to its energy exports or unilateral control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Middle East
Iran warns S. Korea that presence in Hormuz would be seen as support for US, have 'consequences'
At least nine killed, including two infants, five wounded in IDF strikes in Lebanon - report
Palestinian killed by IDF fire during clash with settlers in village near Kalkilya - report
IDF continues strikes against Hamas, Netanyahu warns Iran's end 'is near' in Rosh Hashanah address
Report: Palestinian killed during clash with settlers near Kalkilya • Report: Houthis shoot down Saudi reconnaissance drone • Iran to announce new restricted zone in the Gulf
US Navy SEALS conducted covert four-month mission to clear Strait of Hormuz mines - report
The objective of the operation was to make the strait safer for commercial vessels that had largely avoided the waterway since the US and Israel attacked Iran in February.
Israel’s ‘crazy election’ making it ‘a little irrational’ in regards to Gaza plan, Kushner says
“We’re now starting to understand the scope of the militarization of Gaza,” Kushner said. “It is beyond your comprehension, and so demilitarizing it is not going to be easy.”
Iran ready to announce restricted zone in Strait of Hormuz, security council secretary claims
Rezaei added that maps of ships' passage in the Strait of Hormuz which had been agreed upon with Oman would also be signed in coming days.
Iran's government to raise fuel price for heavy users
Iran will raise the prices of gasoline for anyone using over 110 liters per month to address the energy crisis caused by its war with the US and Israel.
Arab, Muslim countries affirm establishing Palestinian state is condition for peace with Israel
The statement, which was also signed by Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, and Indonesia, warned about turning Palestinian emigration into real policy.
Voices from the Arab Press: China’s Iran dilemma, Israel elections, Hezbollah US talks
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses of the Arab media around the world.
US withdrawal from Iraq will be watched closely by Iran-backed militias, Kurds - analysis
Iranian-backed militias and Iran have already targeted the Kurdistan region with more than 1,000 drone and missile attacks since February 2026, and it will be vulnerable if the US withdraws.
‘Al-Aqsa, be patient’: Chants against ‘Zionist scum’ heard at Damascus International Fair - report
The fair ran under the theme “Syria Shines Again,” SANA reported, claiming nearly 1,000 participating entities, representing approximately 60 countries, joined.
Houthis target Saudi forces, claim to strike vehicles using 'domestically manufactured' missiles
The claim was published on the Houthi-run outlet Yemeni Military Media, along with a video that appears to show the strike and the aftermath, with three vehicles appearing to be destroyed.
