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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani agreed to enhance communication and deepen

Vista Equity Partners Expands Into Abu Dhabi With ADGM Office to

Vista Equity Partners Expands Into Abu Dhabi With ADGM Office to Strengthen Middle East Technology Investment Presence The Abu Dhabi office reflects Vista''s expanded strategic presence in the

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Israel''s recent actions are changing the Middle East by weakening state capacity and sustaining regional tensions.

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Beyond the battles with powerful non-state actors of the Axis of Resistance, Israel has viewed its conflict with Iran as central to changing the

Strength and Stability in the Middle East

With stronger ties to key Arab states, Israel can gain new layers of security and economic opportunity, even as the U.S. rebalances its global posture to meet

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The Middle East remains a focal point of global security concerns and is marked by intricate alliances, ideological confrontation, and strategic

Emerging Middle Powers and the New Middle East

Middle powers like Türkiye and Egypt are poised to play leading roles in defining the rules of regional security, signaling a fundamental evolution

AccelerateEU to strengthen EU energy resilience

AccelerateEU proposes actions to address rising energy costs on volatile markets, while speeding up the EU''s shift to homegrown, clean energy.

Seven multilateral development banks pledge joint support to address

Seven Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) issued a joint statement in Paris on May 18, 2026, pledging coordinated support to countries and clients facing the compound effects of the

Post-War Dynamics: The Gulf at the Center of a New World Order

How Gulf states are redefining security, alliances, and global influence after war—moving toward diversification, deterrence, and a multipolar strategy.

MORAI Launches German Subsidiary to Strengthen

This strategy involves aligning the company''s structure to better suit global business operations needs and boosting its competitive edge through

US arms sales to Middle East allies amid ongoing tensions with Iran

US Moves to Strengthen Middle East Alliances As negotiations between the United States and Iran remain stalled and a delicate cease-fire hangs in the balance, the Trump administration has taken

The Middle East: Insights and discussions from Davos

Discussions emphasized de-escalating conflicts in the Middle East, with a focus on fostering dialogue and expanding humanitarian support. Key

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Get all the latest news, live updates and content about the Middle East from across the BBC.

Dubai Chamber showcases DP World''s cargo war risk insurance to

Dubai Chamber and DP World unveil Cargo War Risk Insurance at Export Majlis, offering end-to-end coverage for Middle East trade corridors to boost supply chain resilience and business

Dubai Chamber of Commerce organises 276 bilateral business

Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully organised 276 bilateral business meetings

The 2026 Roadmap to Middle East Peace: Analyzing Global

Discover the comprehensive 2026 geopolitical frameworks proposed by the U.S., China, and Arab states to achieve a self-sustaining, lasting peace in the Middle East.

Saudi PIF Adopts New Strategy to Strengthen Domestic Economy

The Middle East Observer understands that the strategy will further emphasize innovation, data utilization, and artificial intelligence to enhance investment efficiency and institutional

Middle East strengthen ties with Israel amid Iran war

As the US-Israel war with Iran intensifies, countries like Morocco, UAE, and Bahrain boost military cooperation with Israel, strengthening regional

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Faced with multiple complex conflicts, Arab states need to develop mechanisms of collective action that are not available to them today. The Middle

WB approves $2B financing to strengthen Türkiyes rail connectivity

The World Bank approved a $2 billion loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a transformative investment that will strengthen railway connectivity across the Istanbul

ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East and CANSO Sign Memorandum of

ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East will help strengthen this work and allow it to be tested and refined through closer cooperation. Another area for future collaboration is to jointly assess airport and

US, Israel, Iran war LIVE updates: Saudi Arabia intercepts drones

Welcome to our live rolling coverage of the war in Iran and the politics around US President Donald Trump this Monday, May 18. Trump has warned Iran that the "clock is ticking" to

Trump embarks on Middle East trip to strengthen ties with Gulf states

President Trump will embark on a four-day tour of the Middle East on a trip underscoring the deepening economic ties

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Explore the comprehensive analysis of the 2026 geopolitical developments in the Middle East, examining their wide-ranging impact on GCC markets, global energy prices, inflationary trends,

Gulf States Emerged From Gaza War With Resources

Despite the GCC''s recent anxiety, it will not change its geopolitical orientation. In the last two years, Israel has hobbled Iran and its allies, opening