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Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad says US-Iran negotiations impossible without ending hostilities, warns Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global trade.
GCC leaders reject Iran’s illegal measures to close the Strait of Hormuz, call for restoring navigation security and advancing joint projects.
Iran offers to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US ends its blockade, with a three-stage de-escalation plan involving nuclear talks and regional stability.
UK summons Iran ambassador after inflammatory social media comments. Minister Hamish Falconer condemns remarks as unacceptable, citing national security concerns.
Iran's Deputy Representative in India says Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is fine, dismissing health rumours amid West Asia conflict and ceasefire.
UAE announces withdrawal from OPEC effective Friday, citing strategic vision and economic diversification. Move follows Iran war impact on energy infrastructure.
Iran’s Deputy Supreme Leader Representative calls on all nations to play a role in ending West Asia hostilities, criticizes US bases, defends self-defense strikes.
Iran's Supreme Leader deputy says Tehran will "definitely win" the West Asia conflict. He urges the US to accept Iran's 10 conditions to end the war.
UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+, citing strategic vision and flexibility. Analysts see it as a gain for US President Donald Trump. The oil cartel faces a significant weakening.
UAE Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei confirms exit from OPEC & OPEC+ by May 2026, citing policy-driven evolution aligned with long-term market fundamentals.
First LNG shipment traverses Strait of Hormuz after weeks of disruption, easing global energy supply fears amid West Asia conflict.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Iran against normalizing tolls for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, an international waterway vital for global oil trade.
Israel Defence Force destroys 14 km of Hamas tunnels in Northern Gaza, eliminates 70 terrorists, and updates defence policy with gathering restrictions.
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem refuses direct negotiations with Israel. IDF claims strikes on threats in Southern Lebanon. Netanyahu warns ceasefire is disintegrating.
Iran demands tolls for ships in Strait of Hormuz, contradicting peace efforts. Lawmaker Ebrahim Azizi says new maritime regime ends 47-year hospitality.
Omani FM Badr Al Busaidi meets Iran's Abbas Araghchi to resolve Strait of Hormuz tensions. Tehran submits new proposal via Pakistan to reopen waterway.
Former Israeli PMs Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid announce new 'Together, Led by Bennett' party to unseat PM Benjamin Netanyahu in upcoming elections.
India's Ambassador Suhel Khan reviews Haj preparations in Makkah, highlighting the use of Haramain Railway for safer, faster pilgrim travel.
US President Donald Trump says delegation won't travel 18 hours for Iran talks; reiterates Iran cannot have nuclear weapon. Talks to be by phone.
India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Suhel Khan visits Makkah to oversee Haj 2026 arrangements, including high-speed train services and enhanced digital support for pilgrims.
