How are Iran-linked tankers still moving through Hormuz blockade? At least 19 Iran-linked tankers have passed through the US blockade on the strait to exit the Gulf while at least 15 have entered, according to the cargo-tracking group Vortexa. Iran
Analysis Gulf energy deals face Iran war stress test as global expansion meets oil shock ADNOC, Aramco and QatarEnergy have aggressively expanded their international portfolios in recent years, a strategy facing new constraints as the US-Israel-Iran war impacts Gulf production and exposes structural risks. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Syria’s Sharaa makes fourth visit to Saudi Arabia, first since Iran war: What to know The visit comes in light of the deepening economic relations between Syria and Saudi Arabia post-Assad. Syria
Eurozone's inflation jumps 2.6%, jet fuel shortages loom amid Iran war Inflation has been soaring globally amid an energy supply crunch caused by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran
Analysis Ceasefire without relief: How Iranians are grappling with post-war repression By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
Iran war deepens Gaza crisis as prices soar, aid falters By Daoud Kuttab In Amman, reporting on Palestinian politics
Lebanese expatriates face high passport fees Many Lebanese expatriates abroad complain about the high fees of renewing passports. Lebanon
Culture Egyptian cafes see higher revenues during World Cup The World Cup in Qatar has boosted revenues of Egyptian cafes, as many supporters flock there to watch the games, due to the increasing subscription of beIN Sports channel. Egypt
Egypt embarks on new plans to develop river transport on Nile River Cairo has recently passed legal reforms to reorganize the river sector, which still remains marginal, in hopes this will catalyze much-needed private investments Egypt
Some Egyptian companies still dealing with Russia's alternative financial system Some Egyptian companies are secretly dealing with a Russian alternative financial system, in anticipation of international sanctions by the United States. Egypt
Egypt to increase fish production at Lake Bardawil Egypt is to develop one of the most important lakes in the north to ramp up its fish production and improve the economy in the northern Sinai Peninsula. Egypt
Egyptian students turn to private companies for employable skills Many Egyptian youth are graduating from universities and colleges without the skill sets needed to enter the current job market. Egypt
Israel’s president in UAE after historic visit to Bahrain Israel's President Isaac Herzog is in Bahrain, the next stop on his historic tour. Israel
Many Lebanese not able to watch World Cup matches Many Lebanese have been dismayed by the news that the 2022 FIFA World Cup will not be broadcast on the public channel Tele Liban due to financial difficulties. Lebanon
Israel launches $17m self-driving public bus project The Transportation Ministry decided on the companies that would be authorized to launch a two-year pilot program of autonomous public transportation. Israel
Abraham Accords, World Cup drive increase in Israeli air traffic Ongoing rapprochement and the World Cup tournament currently underway in Qatar have driven a significant increase in air traffic to the region via Israel. Israel
Egypt suffering from sugar crisis despite largest sugar factory in the world Sugar prices have recently witnessed a record rise in Egypt despite the country’s opening of the largest sugar production plant earlier this year. Egypt
New PRO Memo: Tunisia’s potential IMF deal to boost manufacturing investments The loan could provide much-needed economic balance for Tunisian manufacturers. North Africa
