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US Senator Lindsey Graham visits UAE President in Abu Dhabi
Earlier in the week, social media speculation about MbZ’s health had surged after Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan postponed a planned visit to Abu Dhabi.
Middle East nations cautious as US military presence grows near Iran - analysis
Iran temporarily closes Strait of Hormuz due to 'security precautions,' shipping safety
'I'm tired of this c***': Lindsey Graham attacks Gulf leaders, compares Iran's Khamenei to Hitler
'It will take patience,' Israel's envoy to Bahrain Eitan Na’eh says on restoring Gulf's trust
The Israeli ambassador to the Gulf shares insights from his recent posting in Bahrain and past postings from Turkey to the UAE—marking both diplomatic advances and the realities of regional conflict.
What the Hamas-US backchannel tells us about Gaza’s transition - analysis
Palestinian-American mediator Bishara Bahbah detailed new messages from Hamas to the White House and outlined challenges in implementing the Trump-backed Gaza ceasefire plan.
UAE to build embassy in Herzliya after buying land for tens of millions of shekels - exclusive
The search began at the request of the Prime Minister's Office and was coordinated in conjunction with the Herzliya Municipality.
Pakistan, Indonesia, and Azerbaijan weigh joining Gaza stabilization force
So far, Indonesia is the only country to publicly offer troops, saying it could deploy 20,000 soldiers under a United Nations mandated peacekeeping mission, something not outlined in Trump’s plan.
The Taliban bans women’s books - and too many Afghans applaud - opinion
Thinking naively that Afghans living in Dubai would be either refugees or have wised up - I asked one what he thinks of the Taliban. His answer? "Wonderful."
Tony Blair's slated role in Gaza comes after decades of Middle East experience - analysis
With decades of Middle East diplomacy and global conflict mediation, Blair emerges as a leading candidate to guide Gaza’s postwar reconstruction.
UAE presses Netanyahu to back Trump Gaza plan, warns against West Bank annexation
The UAE warned Netanyahu that annexation would shut the door to further Israeli normalization with leading Arab and Muslim nations.
Annexing West Bank could harm Abraham Accords with UAE, Emirati official says - N12
Zayed will emphasize the UAE’s commitment to the Abraham Accords as a cornerstone for a better future in the region, while also underscoring the UAE’s deep concern over recent Israeli actions.
Continuation of Abraham Accords depends on peace as a ‘strategic choice'
Between 2021 and 2024, trade between Israel and Abraham Accords Partners increased by 127%, Asher Freedman, who was involved in the accords from the onset, said.
From Abraham Accords to I2U2: Why Israel must do more with India, UAE - analysis
The Abraham Accords opened doors for Israel, but the real strategic test lies in I2U2. Israel must act now to deepen ties with India and the UAE for enhanced security and economic growth.
