China hosts Iranian, Russian defence ministers against backdrop of 'momentous change' Agence France-Presse
As Iran ceasefire holds, Israel gas fields resume production: What to know Egypt and Jordan are increasingly reliant on Israel for gas despite tensions over Gaza, but the conflict with Iran threatened their imports. Israel
Analysis Kuwait's heatwaves, high demand strain fragile power grid: What to know Amid rising temperatures and increasing demand, Kuwait's energy crisis is forcing authorities to seek alternatives and consider reforms. By Sebastian Castelier In Dubai, reporting on regional business
Analysis A new era? Why Israel-Iran war didn't spook global markets as expected Past Middle East wars sent markets tumbling, but today's investors have grown accustomed to such shocks, perhaps setting the stage for future market miscalculations. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Iran defense chief visits China, first trip after war with Israel: What to know While Iran and China maintain a deepening military and economic partnership, Beijing offered only rhetorical support during Iran’s 12-day war with Israel. China
France's EDF reportedly dropped from Saudi Neom project: What to know EDF was appointed by the Saudi government in January 2024 to carry out preliminary studies on the conception and construction of a hydroelectric power plant in Neom. Saudi Arabia
Trump says US to meet Iran 'next week' amid strike damage doubts The US president also doubled down on his claim that the US attack on Iran destroyed the country's nuclear program. Iran
Abbas sends letter to Trump, offers to work on Israeli-Palestinian deal In the letter, Abbas showered Trump with praise, saying the US president "can achieve what seemed impossible: a recognized, free, sovereign, and secure Palestine; a recognized and secure Israel." Palestine
Why Netanyahu accepted Trump’s ceasefire deal with Iran In accepting the US-brokered ceasefire with Iran, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu likely weighed operational factors and American pressure alongside significant domestic political considerations. Israel
