Middle East
Many insurance underwriters won’t offer Middle East coverage to U.S., Israel, U.K.-linked vessels at any price
The conflict in the Middle East has led many insurance underwriters in the maritime shipping market to avoid offering coverage in the region to any U.S., Israel, or U.K.-linked vessels. “Many underwriters are not touching vessels with perceived U.S., U.K. or Israeli links at any price,” said David Osler, insurance editor for Lloyd’s List. According […]
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Was it all ‘just a big show?’ Anxiety, frustration and hope for Middle East residents as Trump brokers fragile ceasefire
A view of missiles over Doha, Qatar after Iran has launched an operation targeting a U.S. base in Qatar on June 23, 2025. Stringer | Anadolu | Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Escalating regional war, or a bunch of choreographed theatre? A shaky ceasefire announced by President Donald Trump Monday night looks to […]
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Iran launches 100 drones at Israel in response to missile attack as markets reel
Traffic flows on a highway in the Iranian capital Tehran on June 13, 2025 following reported Israeli strikes targeting Iran early in the morning. AFP | Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iran launched more than 100 drones toward Israeli territory Friday morning after Israel’s overnight missile strike on the country killed at least […]
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An Israeli attack on Iran could send oil prices above $100 as tensions mount
Beset by near-universal bearish outlooks just a month ago, oil prices could spike to more than $100 a barrel in the event of an Israeli attack on Iran, some analysts are warning. Crude prices spiked as much as 5% overnight — before paring gains — on fears of military escalation between Iran and Israel as […]
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Trump wanted an Iran deal fast. Now he may get military confrontation
This combination of pictures created on April 09, 2025 shows US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff after a meeting with Russian officials at Diriyah Palace, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on February 18, 2025 (L); and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaking to AFP during an interview at the Iranian consulate in Jeddah on March 7, […]
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The U.S.’ AI love affair with the UAE isn’t just about access — it’s about dominance
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (R) welcomes his US counterpart Donald Trump upon arrival at the presidential terminal in Abu Dhabi on May 15, 2025. Giuseppe Cacace | Afp | Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Deep in the oil-rich deserts of the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates is on […]
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Dubai government to accept crypto payments through Crypto.com partnership
Crypto.com logo displayed on a phone screen with representation of cryptocurrencies. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images Dubai’s Department of Finance announced a partnership with crypto platform Crypto.com that will allow government service fees to be paid with cryptocurrencies. The memorandum of understanding between Dubai government officials and Mohammed Al Hakim, president of Crypto.com UAE, […]
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Disney, Abu Dhabi and a growing theme park capital at ‘crossroads’ of world
Ferrari World building in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on December 2nd, 2023. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images Disney’s announcement last week that its newest theme park will be in Abu Dhabi offers further confirmation of the status of the United Arab Emirates as a global consumer crossroads located in the Middle East. At the […]
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Trump heads to the Middle East with oil, trade and nuclear ambitions on the table
US President Donald Trump (R) and Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman al-Saud take part in a bilateral meeting at a hotel in Riyadh on May 20, 2017. Mandel Ngan | AFP | Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — U.S. President Donald Trump will touch down in the Persian Gulf region – or […]
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Dubai Airports CEO talks about prioritizing speed & tech upgrades
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Dubai International’s DXB has cemented its place as the busiest airport in the world. CEO Paul Griffiths talks about managing that traffic, and his outlook on cargo & passenger volume in light of trade and recession concerns. Source
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