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Modi in UAE, Trump warns Iran and Lebanon-Israel talks resume

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, US President Donald Trump suggests the US could resume military operations against Iran, even as US commanders say Tehran’s offensive capabilities have been heavily weakened. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in the UAE for ta ...  Show more

Opec exit marks new phase in UAE oil production strategy – Trending

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

Iran puts forward new plan for Strait of Hormuz amid renewed diplomatic push

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

Israel-Lebanon 10-day ceasefire begins and Gulf pushes for a Hormuz resolution

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

Trump-Xi talks, Gaza reconstruction concerns and UAE health breakthrough

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, US President Donald Trump begins talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, with trade, Iran, energy and the Strait of Hormuz on the agenda. We also look at rising tension in the Gulf after Iran demands the release of four susp ...  Show more