Trending Middle East

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the latest ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel faces an early test as Iran and Hezbollah insist any lasting agreement must include a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory. We also look at mounting pressure on Israel’s Ben Gur ...  Show more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the latest ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel faces an early test as Iran and Hezbollah insist any lasting agreement must include a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory. We also look at mounting pressure on Israel’s Ben Gur ...  Show more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the UAE confirms its exit from Opec as a long-term strategy to gain greater flexibility in oil production and meet higher output targets. We also look at Adnoc’s progress towards producing five million barrels per day, as the energy sec ...  Show more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Iran puts forward a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, as diplomatic activity intensifies. In southern Lebanon, Israeli strikes kill at least 14 people, with continued exchanges of fire despite continuing cease ...  Show more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effect after intensified fighting, with both sides signalling caution as the truce begins. At the United Nations, Gulf states prepare to reintroduce a resolution aimed at protecti ...  Show more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Kuwait releases CCTV footage it says shows a missile striking Kuwait International Airport, as authorities expel Iranian diplomats and step up their response to the attack. Lebanon and Israel said they agreed to implement a ceasefire af ...  Show more