IAEA prepares to inspect Iran nuclear sites as US, Gulf states back Tehran accord
In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said Israeli forces would remain indefinitely in what they...
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UN inquiry says Israeli targeting of Palestinian children points to ‘genocidal intent’ in Gaza
The findings were published by the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry, which said it had found evidence that Palestinian...
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Middle East conflict exposes hydrogen supply risks: IEA
Dubai, UAE -- The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted production and trade in hydrogen-based products, exposing vulnerabilities in...
- Global demand exceeded 100 million tons in 2025 while low-emissions hydrogen production approached one million tons.
- Announced low-emissions hydrogen capacity expected by 2030 has fallen sharply because of project delays and cancellations.
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US, Iran technical negotiations face delay after Vance postpones Switzerland visit
"The logistics of these negotiations have never been simple or predictable. As of now the Vice President is not departing...
- White House says technical negotiations will begin later despite postponement of vice president's Switzerland trip for talks.
- Witkoff tells lawmakers Iran will invite international inspectors as nuclear verification efforts move into implementation stage.
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MENA energy transition slips as Hormuz crisis exposes security gaps: WEF
Hormuz disruption and weakening policy commitment dragged down Middle East transition readiness in 2026. Saudi Arabia bucked the trend with...
- UAE retains region's top ranking globally at 49th, anchored by strong equity, regulation and political commitment scores.
- Global transition readiness fell for first time in over a decade despite record $2.3 trillion clean energy investment.
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Al Rajhi Bank becomes AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 regional partner
Dubai, UAE -- Saudi Arabia's Al Rajhi Bank has been named an exclusive regional partner of the AFC Asian Cup...
- Partnership will connect customers to tournament experiences, promotions and football-focused engagement initiatives across Saudi Arabia.
- Agreement aligns with Saudi efforts to expand sports investment and attract major international events under Vision 2030.
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Trump, Iran president sign framework accord to end conflict, launch nuclear talks
The accord, signed electronically by both leaders, is intended to serve as a framework for a broader settlement rather than...
- Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country, supported by Qatar, would host a ceremony in Switzerland on Friday to launch technical-level discussions.
- The framework extends the existing ceasefire by 60 days, creating a window for negotiations on a permanent settlement and Iran's nuclear activities.
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US-Iran framework centers on investment fund, sanctions waiver and nuclear talks
At the center of the memorandum of understanding is a proposed $300 billion private investment vehicle, known as the Reconstruction...
- Reuters reports a private $300 billion investment vehicle would activate only after a final settlement is reached.
- Trump says sanctions relief is not immediate and warns military action could resume if negotiations fail.
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Iranian tankers leave blockade zone as US-Iran deal moves toward signing
Iranian crude exports resumed ahead of a planned US-Iran signing ceremony, even as disputes over Lebanon, shipping rules and implementation...
- Shipping trackers reported three Iranian tankers carrying about 4.8 million barrels crossed the US blockade perimeter.
- Trump criticised Israeli strikes in Lebanon while Tehran linked future negotiations to an Israeli military withdrawal.
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1.1 billion children worldwide face three climate threats
Dubai, UAE -- Nearly half of the world's children – or around 1.1 billion children – are exposed to at...
- Children's Climate Risk Report 2026 that the most common climate threats are drought, extreme heat exceeding 35°C, and heatwaves.
- It added that almost every child in the world is exposed to at least one climate hazard.
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Oil prices fall to lowest levels since March on Hormuz opening expactations
Questions over shipping fees, sanctions relief and regional security persisted even as negotiators prepared for a formal signing ceremony in...
- Iran says implementation begins after Friday's signing, while Washington signals parts of the agreement could be released earlier.
- Hezbollah says Tehran will seek Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon during subsequent negotiations with the United States.
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Vance says Hormuz reopening details pending as Israel vows to stay in seized territories
Fresh questions emerged over implementation of the US-Iran agreement as negotiators grappled with security guarantees, territorial disputes and unresolved nuclear...
- The MoU calls for an immediate and permanent end to military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon.
- Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Tehran against retaliation and threatened further military action if attacked.
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US and Iranian negotiators opened talks in Switzerland amid renewed tensions over Lebanon, with both sides linking progress to regional...
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Trump threatens Hormuz tolls as Iran keeps strait closed ahead of Switzerland talks
The developments came ahead of technical talks between U.S. and Iranian officials expected in Switzerland as both sides seek to...
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Iran closes Hormuz over Lebanon strikes as US, Iranian teams head to Switzerland
Iran's joint military command said the move was prompted by what it described as Israeli violations of the understanding reached...
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Vance rebukes Israeli critics of Trump-Iran deal, says US remains Israel’s only ally
Vance said that if he were serving in Israel's cabinet, he would not be "attacking the only powerful ally that...
- Israeli leaders insist they retain freedom to confront Hezbollah and Iran regardless of terms in the U.S.-Iran accord.
- Vance earlier this week that the accord would make both Israel and the wider region safer and expressed confidence that Israel would eventually support it.
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Middle East conflict exposes hydrogen supply risks: IEA
Dubai, UAE -- The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted production and trade in hydrogen-based products, exposing vulnerabilities in...
- Global demand exceeded 100 million tons in 2025 while low-emissions hydrogen production approached one million tons.
- Announced low-emissions hydrogen capacity expected by 2030 has fallen sharply because of project delays and cancellations.
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US, Iran technical negotiations face delay after Vance postpones Switzerland visit
"The logistics of these negotiations have never been simple or predictable. As of now the Vice President is not departing...
- White House says technical negotiations will begin later despite postponement of vice president's Switzerland trip for talks.
- Witkoff tells lawmakers Iran will invite international inspectors as nuclear verification efforts move into implementation stage.