Archives for June, 2026

Explainer

How Iran war created unexpected economic beneficiaries

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is reshaping global energy and trade flows, creating opportunities for economies far beyond the Middle East.

Oman

Explainer

Saudi investors could emerge as key winners from SpaceX’s historic IPO

A new disclosure from Saudi Arabia's Kingdom Holding ahead of SpaceX’s Nasdaq debut shows just how valuable Elon Musk's relationship with Gulf investors has become.

Saudi Arabia

Israeli Supreme Court strikes down ban on Red Cross prison visits

Reuters

First IAEA report on Iran's nuclear programme since February shows little change despite war

Reuters

Is Iran's new supreme leader taking up the reins of power?

Agence France-Presse

Explainer

Turkey warns Greece, Cyprus not to engage in arms race: What to know

Ankara is alarmed by Greece's military modernization, Cyprus’ shift to Western arms and expanding Greece-Cyprus-Israel defense ties.

Turkey

Cyprus re-elects parliamentary speaker

Reuters

As Iran seeks leverage, can US enforce Lebanon-Israel ceasefire?

The US-brokered ceasefire plan is already showing cracks.

Lebanon

What’s in new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal — and what’s missing?

Hezbollah’s insistence on continuing to fight off Israeli attacks, along with Israel’s ongoing airstrikes in Lebanon, could threaten the implementation of the latest US-brokered ceasefire.

Lebanon

Guardiola quit '100 times' before leaving, says Man City chairman

Agence France-Presse

Lebanon ceasefire raises hopes of progress for Iran deal

Reuters

Brunei's sultan announces cabinet shake-up, appoints sons as ministers

Reuters

Putin faces rival visions of war and peace at Russia's 'Davos'

Reuters

Iran leader says dealt enemies 'decisive blow' in Middle East war

Agence France-Presse

Lebanon ceasefire raises hopes of progess for Iran deal

Reuters

Lebanese President says ceasefire may come into effect within a day of parties' approval

Reuters