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Syria, Saudi Arabia sign defence cooperation deal, agree $403m in loans
Saudi Arabia and Syria have entered a strategic defense cooperation agreement accompanied by over $403 million in loans for Syrian reconstruction.
Middle East Diplomacy
21 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
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Deeper China-Oman ties strategic for both sides, Xi says
President Xi Jinping and the Sultan of Oman are strengthening strategic ties and trade prospects while warning against great-power rivalries in the Gulf.
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Live Updates: Iran rejects "unacceptable" ideas as Qatari mediators say they presented new draft deal to Tehran
Qatari mediators present a new peace deal to Iran as diplomatic efforts unfold to end the ongoing war.
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Oil Futures Fall as Market Holds Out Hope for Middle East Diplomacy
Oil futures slip $2 as diplomatic talks temper supply fears amid Houthi attacks and election turbulence.
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Oil plunges over 6% as Iran diplomacy seemingly gathers pace
Oil plunges over 6% as renewed diplomatic efforts and mediation ease Middle East escalation fears.
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Iran urges Saudi Arabia to pursue diplomacy after Houthis escalate attacks
4 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Kushner Busted as Secret Dealings Come to Light
Jared Kushner faces scrutiny over allegations that his Middle East diplomacy may overlap with his business interests in Israel.
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Netanyahu asked UAE leader to publicly deny 7 October 2023 warning to Israel: Report
Reports emerge that Prime Minister Netanyahu requested the UAE leader publicly deny providing a warning prior to the October 7, 2023 attacks.
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Netanyahu meets Emirati leader in a secret weekend trip to Abu Dhabi, and other Mideast developments
10 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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US and Iran want a deal, but neither wants to move first
US-Iran negotiations face a deadlock as both sides hesitate to make the first move despite mutual interest in a deal.
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Meeting Between Iran, Arab States Postponed as Mideast Diplomacy Stalls
Diplomatic efforts in the Middle East face a setback as Oman announces the postponement of Hormuz talks involving Iran and Gulf states.
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Hormuz Meeting With Iran and Gulf Nations Delayed, Oman Says
Diplomatic talks between Iran and Gulf nations regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have been postponed, signaling a stall in regional diplomacy.
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Syria foreign minister sees Israel security talks resuming despite no trust
Syria's foreign minister leaves the door open for security talks with Israel despite ongoing distrust.
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Iran says any country cooperating with new US sanctions will be ‘considered an enemy’
Iran warns neighboring nations that cooperating with new US economic sanctions will result in those countries being labeled as enemies.
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Iranian president says time to end war with US from ‘position of strength’
Iran's president calls for an end to the conflict with the United States, claiming a victory and a position of strength.
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The Global Story
Recent coverage examines missing elements in the Israel-Gaza peace deal alongside broader global storytelling.
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Live updates: Drafts of potential US-Iran agreement are ‘being circulated,’ Qatar says
8 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Why the U.S. stepped in after decades to prop up Japan's yen
Global markets react as the U.S. steps in to prop up Japan's weakening yen after decades.
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Trump Backs New Iran Talks but It’s Unclear What He Hopes to Achieve This Time
Donald Trump expresses optimism regarding new negotiations with Iran amid regional instability and ongoing military threats.
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Ministers say Israel won’t be bound by Iran deal, as opposition castigates Netanyahu’s ‘absolute failure’
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Nearly 100 UK MPs and peers urge cancellation of Israeli settlement event
Nearly 100 UK lawmakers are calling for the cancellation of a London real estate event featuring Israeli property sales linked to West Bank settlements.