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fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Oman, Iran discuss smooth transit in Strait of Hormuz, Muscat says

Tehran is blocking the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Oman and Iran to discuss ensuring smooth vessel transit through the vital waterway.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

After Strait of Hormuz opens, turmoil would still last months, analysts say

The shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global supply chains, impacting the shipping industry long-term even if the waterway reopens.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Oman, Iran discuss smooth transit in Strait of Hormuz, Muscat says

Tehran is blocking the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Oman and Iran to discuss ensuring smooth vessel transit through the vital waterway.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

After Strait of Hormuz opens, turmoil would still last months, analysts say

The shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global supply chains, impacting the shipping industry long-term even if the waterway reopens.
#middle-east
World politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

France, South Korea say they'll work together on reopening Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

France and South Korea aim to cooperate on stabilizing the Middle East and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

France, South Korea say they'll work together on reopening Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

France and South Korea aim to cooperate on stabilizing the Middle East and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Displaced in Lebanon: 'Lives turned upside down'

Fatme A. and her family live in a makeshift shelter in Beirut, facing challenges of space, privacy, and ongoing conflict.
NYC parents
fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Israeli measures tighten grip on Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque

Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque faces intensified Israeli control, mirroring policies at Al-Aqsa Mosque, following a history of violence and settlement expansion.
#gaza
Renovation
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Rubble, mud and hair: How to rebuild a home in Gaza

Residents in Gaza are using salvaged materials to build temporary shelters due to restrictions on construction supplies.
Renovation
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Rubble, mud and hair: How to rebuild a home in Gaza

Residents in Gaza are using salvaged materials to build temporary shelters due to restrictions on construction supplies.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 days ago

Unesco grants enhanced protection to 39 Lebanese heritage sites as war escalates

The designation prohibits the sites from being targeted or used for military purposes, with violations potentially constituting serious breaches of the 1954 Hague Convention and grounds for criminal responsibility.
Arts
fromFortune
3 days ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

"A more decentralized energy system, with a growing share of renewables and more market players, is structurally more resilient. Countries that invested in the energy transition are weathering this crisis with less economic damage, as they boost energy security, resilience and competitiveness."
Environment
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Travellers seek other destinations as Iran war hits 17,000 Lastminute holidays

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has significantly disrupted travel bookings, with many holidaymakers shifting to alternative destinations.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Mysterious Marrakech: why I never tire of Morocco's Red City

Marrakech, known as the Red City, offers a unique aerial perspective of its vibrant landscapes and historical significance.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Middle East conflict hits UK firms but business confidence holds firm

UK businesses are feeling the impact of the Middle East conflict, with rising energy costs and supply chain disruptions affecting operations.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
5 days ago

Trojena in Trouble: Saudi Arabia's Mega-Ski-Project Hits Major Setbacks - SnowBrains

Saudi Arabia's Trojena ski resort project faces significant setbacks with terminated contracts and delayed completion plans.
#middle-east-conflict
London food
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Iran war drives up costs and disrupts supply for London's food markets

The Middle East conflict is disrupting London's food supply chain due to rising fuel costs and logistical challenges.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

One month of war on Iran cost Arab countries up to $194bn: UNDP

Conflict in the Middle East is expected to significantly increase poverty rates and economic decline in affected countries.
London food
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Iran war drives up costs and disrupts supply for London's food markets

The Middle East conflict is disrupting London's food supply chain due to rising fuel costs and logistical challenges.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

One month of war on Iran cost Arab countries up to $194bn: UNDP

Conflict in the Middle East is expected to significantly increase poverty rates and economic decline in affected countries.
Business
fromFortune
6 days ago

War against Iran set to escalate as we approach six-week 'TACO' timetable, analysts say | Fortune

Oil prices rose above $115, while the S&P 500 faces a potential correction amid bearish investor sentiment.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 hours ago

Why an attack on Bushehr nuclear plant would be catastrophic for the Gulf

Repeated attacks on Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant raise risks of catastrophic radioactive contamination across the Gulf region.
#iran-war
Europe news
fromSemafor
4 days ago

Shorter showers and workweeks: Iran war disrupts daily life

The Iran war is causing global disruptions, prompting governments to implement measures to mitigate the energy crisis.
Europe news
fromSemafor
4 days ago

Shorter showers and workweeks: Iran war disrupts daily life

The Iran war is causing global disruptions, prompting governments to implement measures to mitigate the energy crisis.
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Why a War in the Middle East Is Hitting Australians at the Petrol Pump

Australia's economic insulation is no longer guaranteed by geography, as geopolitical unrest in the Middle East can swiftly impact its economy through international energy markets.
World politics
#iran
fromFortune
3 days ago
World news

Markets rally hard on Iran's promise to play nice at Hormuz as its leaders pocket billions from the disruption | Fortune

Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

How the War Has Reshaped Life in Iran

Life in Iran is challenging under bombardment and government repression, with citizens fearing the ongoing war will increase their suffering regardless of the outcome.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
10 hours ago

Kuwait's power, water plants damaged as Iran keeps attacking Gulf states

Iranian drone attacks have targeted Gulf countries, causing significant damage to infrastructure but no reported injuries.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Kuwait desalination plant, oil refinery hit by missile and drone strikes

Gulf countries face escalating attacks amid ongoing conflict, with Kuwait's power and desalination plant and oil refinery targeted by Iranian strikes.
World news
fromFortune
3 days ago

Markets rally hard on Iran's promise to play nice at Hormuz as its leaders pocket billions from the disruption | Fortune

Iran is drafting a protocol with Oman to monitor ship transit in the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe passage.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

War on Iran: Three key takeaways from Araghchi's interview with Al Jazeera

Araghchi confirmed direct talks with Witkoff but denied they were negotiations, emphasizing a lack of trust in the US.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Iran war: Strikes on steel deal painful blow to economy

The bombing of Iran's steel producers raises concerns about military targets and the impact on the economy and exports.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 week ago

Why MENA region matters for public transport: UITP's Hashem Alhendawi highlights strategic, financial and mindset shifts - Sustainable Bus

The UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2026 in Dubai was canceled, but international dialogue in public transport will continue through ongoing collaboration and partnerships.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
7 months ago

The Best Airbnbs in Morocco Are Never Lacking in Personality

Moroccan Airbnbs feature vibrant designs, local craftsmanship, and relaxing atmospheres, ideal for design-conscious travelers seeking unique experiences.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

BBC Arabic defended as lone voice in region for giving Israeli perspective'

BBC Arabic provides a unique Israeli perspective in the region, countering narratives ignored by state-owned media despite facing significant criticism.
#iraq
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago
World news

Thousands rally in Iraq against senseless' US-Israel war on Iran

Protesters in Iraq rally against US and Israel, condemning their actions in the Middle East and calling for global unity against perceived aggression.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago
World news

Iraq risks Arab ties as Iran-aligned groups strike Gulf nations

Six Arab nations condemned Iraq for cross-border attacks by armed factions, holding Baghdad responsible for the escalating violence and diplomatic crisis.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

Thousands rally in Iraq against senseless' US-Israel war on Iran

Protesters in Iraq rally against US and Israel, condemning their actions in the Middle East and calling for global unity against perceived aggression.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Iraq risks Arab ties as Iran-aligned groups strike Gulf nations

Six Arab nations condemned Iraq for cross-border attacks by armed factions, holding Baghdad responsible for the escalating violence and diplomatic crisis.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Amid ruins, Palestinians struggle to preserve Gaza's historic markets

Israel's military operations have devastated Khan Younis's historic Grain Market, reducing a centuries-old commercial hub to ruins and displacing generations of traders and shoppers.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Middle East war: Few solutions to fuel shortages in Africa

Africa faces significant fuel shortages and price hikes due to the war on Iran and ongoing supply chain disruptions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Italy's Meloni meets Qatar emir to discuss energy issues amid Iran war

Meloni met the Qatari leader to discuss the energy crisis due to the ongoing United States and Israeli war on Iran, emphasizing Italy's readiness to contribute to the rehabilitation of Qatari energy infrastructure.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Senegal and Morocco tied by religion and trade but divided by AFCON fallout

CAF's appeals board on Tuesday ruled that Senegal forfeited the final by leaving the field of play without the referee's authorisation, and it awarded Morocco a default 3-0 win. The game was delayed for 14 minutes as most of the Senegalese players and staff returned to their dressing room, while Senegal fans battled stewards behind one of the goals in protest against a controversial penalty call for Morocco after Senegal had a goal ruled out.
France politics
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Yemen's Houthis coordinate with Iran, but retain independence, despite war

Houthis align with Iran's strategy while maintaining autonomy to influence regional and domestic objectives in Yemen.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Middle East Geography

The Diomede Islands in the Bering Strait sit 2.4 miles apart, with Little Diomede belonging to the U.S. and Big Diomede to Russia, separated by the international date line creating a 21-hour time difference.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Dubai's status as a global hub is at risk, as the Iran conflict is already disrupting travel beyond the Middle East

Iran conflict disrupts Dubai's travel hub status through flight cancellations, rerouted air routes, surging oil prices, and potential permanent shifts in airline operations.
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Turkey and Armenia: When will the border crossings open?

The handshake between Nikol Pashinyan and Recep Tayyip Erdogan represents a historic moment, as it is the first time an Armenian leader has visited Turkey.
World news
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Egypt talks were seed of a new order

The meeting of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey aims to establish a ceasefire and curb Israeli and Iranian dominance after the war.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

India news: New Delhi urges Hormuz reopening at summit

India emphasizes the importance of freedom of navigation in international waterways amid the Middle East crisis.
World politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | As war in Iran drags on, Trump is flailing | amNewYork

Trump's actions against Iran reflect a disregard for constitutional law and have led to a complex and unresolved military conflict.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I planned a trip to the Middle East this week. I can't get refunds because it's not dangerous enough.

We were really looking forward to it, and then when the news came out on February 28, it was an 'oh crap' moment. There's a lot of uncertainty over the status of the Middle East. We're seeing strikes in Dubai, the US embassy being struck in Saudi Arabia, so you feel like it's a domino effect. When is the domino going to fall, and will that domino be in Egypt?
Travel
#pakistan
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Pakistan and China propose a five-part peace initiative for the Middle East amid ongoing conflict and seek to strengthen diplomatic efforts.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Pakistan hosts top Saudi, Turkish, Egyptian diplomats over war in Iran

Pakistan is mediating talks between the US and Iran to de-escalate the conflict amid the US-Israel war on Iran.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Pakistan and China propose a five-part peace initiative for the Middle East amid ongoing conflict and seek to strengthen diplomatic efforts.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Pakistan hosts top Saudi, Turkish, Egyptian diplomats over war in Iran

Pakistan is mediating talks between the US and Iran to de-escalate the conflict amid the US-Israel war on Iran.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Migrant workers keep Dubai running but can't afford to flee Iranian strikes

Migrant workers in Dubai face increased risks amid regional conflict, highlighting their crucial role in the city's economy and the precariousness of their lives.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Do we want to keep fixing the same issue? Unlearned lessons from the first big oil crisis

Europe's 1970s energy crisis responses—nuclear power, building insulation, renewables, and efficiency—were abandoned after Ukraine invasion, repeating fossil fuel dependency mistakes that now require accelerated green transition.
#us-iran-relations
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
World news

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
fromFortune
5 days ago
World news

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

Gulf allies urge continued U.S. military action against Iran to weaken its leadership and influence in the region.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
World news
fromFortune
5 days ago

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

Gulf allies urge continued U.S. military action against Iran to weaken its leadership and influence in the region.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

GCC chief urges UN to halt Iranian attacks, protect Gulf waterways

Jassim al-Budaiwi urges the UN Security Council to ensure uninterrupted navigation through strategic waterways and halt Iranian attacks in the region.
#us-iran-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US says Trump interested' in asking Arab countries to pay for war on Iran

Trump may ask Arab countries to cover the costs of the US war against Iran, similar to Gulf War funding arrangements.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

After the Iran war, how fast could global trade recover?

The ongoing US-Iran conflict threatens global energy supplies and economic stability, with potential GDP growth slowing significantly due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 32 of US-Israel attacks?

US war objectives in Iran are expected to be achieved in weeks, with ongoing air strikes and threats to destroy key infrastructure.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Permanent scar': Iran minister on US-Israeli attacks on monuments

Reza Salehi Amiri stated, 'We are not talking about stone and mortar... We are talking about the memory and history of a people. This stone represents who we are.'
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

How important are the Gulf economies to the world?

The ongoing conflict between the US and Israel against Iran is creating significant challenges for Gulf Arab nations, which are already feeling the economic strain from rising tensions and instability in the region.
World politics
fromInc
4 days ago

Could the Iran War Accelerate the Shift to FourDay Workweeks?

Some businesses and countries have tested the four-day model, with many reporting productivity actually increased as a result, while burnout and turnover rates plunged.
World news
Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Travel warnings expand across the Middle East amid rising US-Iran tensions

Multiple governments issue travel warnings for Middle East regions amid escalating US-Iran tensions and nuclear negotiations, with airlines adjusting routes accordingly.
#uae
World politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The UAE just signed AI deals with both Washington and Beijing in the same week. Nobody in either capital objected - Silicon Canals

The UAE's AI cooperation with both the US and China signifies a strategic shift in global technology geopolitics.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Iran war wipes $120bn off Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets

UAE financial markets have lost around $120bn due to the US-Israel war on Iran, with significant declines in stock indexes.
World politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The UAE just signed AI deals with both Washington and Beijing in the same week. Nobody in either capital objected - Silicon Canals

The UAE's AI cooperation with both the US and China signifies a strategic shift in global technology geopolitics.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Iran war wipes $120bn off Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets

UAE financial markets have lost around $120bn due to the US-Israel war on Iran, with significant declines in stock indexes.
#egypt
fromRFI
1 week ago
World news

Egypt imposes energy-saving curbs as Hormuz closure hits fuel supply

World news
fromMiami Herald
6 days ago

Egypt enacts energy saving measures as Iran war affects import costs

Egypt implements early store closures and energy-saving measures due to skyrocketing energy costs from the ongoing war in Iran.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Egypt's president urges Trump to stop war on Iran

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi urges Trump to end the war on Iran, emphasizing U.S. influence in the Gulf region.
World news
fromRFI
1 week ago

Egypt imposes energy-saving curbs as Hormuz closure hits fuel supply

Egypt will implement emergency energy-saving measures due to rising fuel costs from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromFortune
5 days ago

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is drawing eyes to another point nearby: 'the Gate of Tears' | Fortune

Closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could severely impact global oil and gas supply, similar to the Strait of Hormuz.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EUJordan summit highlights Brussels' Middle East ambitions DW 01/08/2026

When EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa arrived at Jordan's Al Husainiyah Palace at midday on Thursday, there was not a cloud in the sky. Temperatures hovered around a pleasant 20 degrees Celsius. While large parts of Europe were struggling with heavy snowfall, Jordan was showing its best side, as were the leaders gathered for the first-ever EUJordan summit in Amman.
Miscellaneous
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Sheltering in Jerusalem and Looking at the Iran War

Israel faces uncertainty about whether Trump will support Netanyahu's preemptive military strategy against Iran and other regional threats.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Pax Israeliana for the Middle East

Israel is reshaping the Middle East's political and territorial order through military action, replacing the century-old Sykes-Picot framework with a new regional hegemony backed by the Trump-Netanyahu alliance.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Middle East crisis live: oil spill warning after tanker attacked in Dubai; explosions in Tehran and Jerusalem amid wave of attacks

Iran's attack on a tanker escalates tensions in the US-Israel conflict, impacting global oil prices and regional stability.
fromCN Traveller
6 days ago

Gulf Air has issued new updates on its flights to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Due to the airspace closure in Bahrain, Gulf Air's scheduled services to and from Bahrain International Airport remain temporarily suspended. The airline currently operates temporary commercial flights to and from Bahrain via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam.
World news
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump says he wants to take the oil' in Iran and could seize Kharg Island easily'

Yemen's Houthis' involvement in the Iran war could significantly impact Red Sea shipping and global oil prices.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It's come at the wrong time': how Iran war has floored the Gulf as a sports hub

The Gulf's sports project faces fragility due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, impacting major sporting events and economies.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

No more big spenders: Iran war to dent Gulf state investment

The global impact of the Gulf countries is not limited to oil. This region is a hub of the international economy and if it decides to focus on its defense and to start pulling investments and to stop its [economic] engagement with the international community, the effect will be felt in every household in the world.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Are the US and Israel waging war on Iran's cultural heritage?

The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said on Saturday that at least 56 museums, historical monuments and cultural sites in Iran have been damaged over the course of the war, which began on February 28, state-run news media reported. The heritage sites damaged include the Qajar-era Golestan Palace in Tehran.
World news
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fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

US-Israel war on Iran could end Middle East tourism boom

US-Israeli military operations against Iran have caused widespread airspace closures and shipping disruptions across the Arabian Peninsula, stranding hundreds of thousands of travelers and severely impacting the region's rapidly growing tourism industry.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Iran war: Is the tourism boom in the Middle East over?

Regional conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran is causing severe disruptions to Arabian Peninsula tourism through airspace closures and shipping disruptions, reversing years of rapid growth in the sector.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why is Egypt bolstering ties with Somalia now?

Bilateral ties between Egypt and Somalia continue to deepen. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi assured his Somali counterpart, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Sunday in Cairothat Egypt stands firmly behind "Somalia's unity and territorial integrity." On Wednesday, Cairo then followed up on an agreement from January 2025 and deployed 1,091 troops to Somalia's capital Mogadishu. The deployment of Egyptian forces to Somalia the first such deployment in their decades-old bilateral history marks a significant shift.
World politics
World news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Fear of all-out war grows in the Middle East with 14,000 Irish nationals at potential risk

US and Israeli strikes on Iran cause widespread airport closures across the Gulf and Middle East, stranding Irish tourists and potentially endangering 14,000 Irish nationals in the region.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Which countries made the biggest deals with Israel in 2025?

Israel secured record multibillion-dollar gas, technology, and military deals in 2025, including a $35bn Leviathan gas contract supplying Egypt through 2040.
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