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Editor's note: Emre Diner is a Turkish journalist and foreign policy analyst specialising in the Middle East, energy geopolitics, and international security. This article reflects the author's personal views. . .
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Iran rejected the United Arab Emirates’ accusation that it fired two ballistic missiles that landed in the Persian Gulf, as Tehran’s parliament speaker and chief negotiator landed in neighboring Iraq for a three day…
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Dubai—August, 2026: Zoho Corp, a leading global technology company, has signed a strategic partnership with Blue Ocean Corporation, the global leader in training and consulting, naming the company an official Zoho…
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NETSCOUT announced an extension of its Adaptive DDoS Protection (ADP) solution enabling service providers to automatically detect and mitigate outbound DDoS attack traffic. By extending protection from the. . .
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Sweden’s central bank held its policy rate steady at 1. 75% on June 17, but made clear that a rate hike is very much on the table if the ongoing Middle East conflict sends inflation spiraling. The Riksbank has. . .
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Oil prices have been steadily rising as ongoing military escalation in the region has pushed oil above $90 a barrel on Wednesday. But will oil reach $100 a barrel as US and Iran have not yet reached a peace. . .
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H. E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “We are expanding international cooperation and partnerships to build an integrated ecosystem that supports the adoption of Agentic AI by businesses, enhances efficiency and…
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Multidisciplinary rehabilitation and sustained family support helped restore mobility, communication, and independence following severe neurological injury Abu Dhabi, UAE, August 2026 – SEHA, a subsidiary of…
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Kenya Airways says the conflict in the Middle East has driven its fuel costs up by 72% this year, while disruptions to aircraft parts and maintenance are further squeezing the African airline’s finances. . . .
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IWC Schaffhausen congratulates its longstanding partner Mercedes-Benz on its 140th anniversary, celebrated this year under the theme “140 Years of Innovation”. Since the invention of the automobile in 1886…
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Broadened Azure resource coverage helps regional organizations recover more complete cloud-native and AI-driven applications following cyberattacks and outages August, 2026, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Commvault…
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35 National Federations already committed as Hudayriyat Island prepares to welcome 4,000+ athletes from 13 - 22 November. The largest Emirati team in multisport history set to represent the UAE. One island. One…
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Cities have always evolved alongside the technologies available to them. Roads were built to accommodate horse-drawn carts before making way for motor vehicles. Public transport networks expanded as populations grew…
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DUBAI – August, 2026 – MRI Software, a global leader in real estate solutions and services, today announced the promotion of David Bowie to Chief Client Officer, reinforcing the company’s commitment to building lasting…
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HDI Global Dubai expands specialist capabilities across Cyber, Power and Construction Risk Engineering Continued investment and economic resilience across the GCC drive demand for sophisticated corporate risk solutions…
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Vehere announced Avientek FZCO as its official distributor for the Middle East region. Through this partnership, Avientek will distribute Vehere’s NDR and PCAP solutions across its regional reseller. . .
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Aesthetic medicine in the Gulf is entering a more mature phase. After years of rapid growth in clinics, patient demand and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, attention is increasingly turning to an equally important…
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The FTSE 100 is expected to open modestly lower on Wednesday , as investors await the latest UK inflation figures while renewed Middle East tensions and sharp losses across Asian markets weigh on sentiment. . . .
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The latest Huawei MatePad Air (2026) was unveiledlast monthalongside the Huawei FreeClip 2 S. If you want to learn more about the tablet, check outour hands-on, which we wrote after a visit to Malaysia to. . .
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As AI moves from analysing financial information to acting on behalf of businesses, founders must urgently address accountability, controls and human oversight 18 August, UAE: Businesses preparing to introduce agentic…
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Oil prices have seen an uptick as worries about potential supply disruptions intensify, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The concerns center on shipping routes in the Middle East, particularly the. . .
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Skip to content A couple of J. L. Long Middle School students are OK after being hit by a vehicle this morning while traveling to school. This occurred several blocks from campus at the. . .
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Two of China’s largest state-owned oil shipping companies have halted all tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab strait, according to a Reuters report on Tuesday, citing industry. . .
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The 2026 Esports Nations Cup will include 32 Valorant teams competing in Saudi Arabia. The inaugural Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been postponed one year from November 2026 to November. . .
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Deepening political, social, and cultural ties opens a fertile financial market. Africa’s position as a corridor for capital, trade, and investment is capturing the attention of Middle Eastern banks. For. . .
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The Mexican Peso loses some ground on Tuesday, depreciating by about 0. 16% against the US Dollar as investors await the release of the Federal Reserve’s last meeting minutes, with a resolution of the US-Iran. . .
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News agency-feeds Trump says US has no talks planned with Iran, other news from the Middle East Last Updated: August 19, 2026, 03:15 IST Representational image (Image: News18) Washington, Aug 19. . .
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Trump's empty threats undermine his standing, as rivals no longer fear repercussions for defying him. Iran has never lost a negotiation with the US, as it has learned to defy Trump's red lines without. . .
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Credit : Thierry Monasse/Getty Jordan’s King Abdullah II began a visit to China on Tuesday, meeting with executives of leading Chinese companies in Shanghai, according to the Royal Court. The meeting. . .
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Interviewer & Publisher: Dr. Mahmoud Mansi The HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) is one of the largest and most well-known events for human resources, business, and tech professionals especially in the Middle East and North…
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In a world where one viral post can reach millions in minutes,online perceptionshapes power, trust, and influence. How Middle East Royals Protect Online Perception has become a core duty for. . .
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Though the Iranian government has hinted publicly that it would allow Chinese and Russian-flagged vessels to transit key Middle East waterways amid its conflict with the U. S. , Chinese oil vessels appear to be…
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Middle East Energy Dubai returns September 1-3, 2026 for its 50th edition with 1,528 global exhibitors, 30,000 attendees, $98bn in live projects, and 250 speakers covering grids, storage, renewables and smart power…
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CULines is set to launch its new JSM (Japan–Straits–Malaysia) service on September 5, providing a direct and efficient connection between Japan and key markets across South Asia, the Middle East and the Red Sea. The…
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The U. S. military is more naked in East Asia than it has been for a while. The USS George Washington, the last U. S. aircraft carrier in the region, isheading outto relieve theUSS Abraham Lincolnin the Middle. . .
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More than 400 tourism and cultural organisations invited to participate in flagship annual initiative celebrating excellence and strengthening visitor experiences across Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, UAE, August 2026: The…
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Al Mayadeen | August 18, 2026 A decades-old regional system built around US military supremacy, support for "Israel", and the containment of Iran has reached a breaking point following Washington and Tel Aviv's war on…
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Strategic alliance marks key milestone in delivering enhanced value to corporate partners Dubai, UAE, August 2026: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, Türkiye and South Asia MENATSA…
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There was a bizarre moment at a White House Cabinet meeting in May when Donald Trump was asked about Oman playing the role of a diplomatic interlocutor between the United States and Iran. “Oman will behave. . .
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Before buying a phone, most of us do the same thing: read the reviews, watch the comparisons, and try to work out which device is the best one. It is a reasonable place to start, but rankings answer a question none of…