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Strait of Hormuz tanker attacks raise fears of wider escalation as Iran war diplomacy hangs in balance
A tanker has been hit by limpet mines in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran reports more vessel incidents. Find out why tensions are rising again.
Netanyahu’s Likud claims Israel election was stolen despite 53-seat result as officials reject fraud allegations
Israel's completed parliamentary count leaves Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc without a majority, but his Likud party has challenged the result with allegations of foreign interference that election authorities say are unsupported by evidence of systematic fraud.
Iran talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan as Gulf conflict threatens oil supplies
Planned talks in Tehran involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have raised hopes of reduced regional tensions, but continued Houthi attacks and shipping disruptions threaten diplomatic progress.
US pulls diplomats from Middle East as intelligence warns of advanced Iranian attack plots
US reduces Middle East embassy staffing over Iranian attack threats. Discover which countries are affected and why regional tensions are rising.
Trump defends Qatar’s Boeing 747 gift as Air Force One controversy returns
Donald Trump has renewed his defence of a Boeing 747 supplied by Qatar for potential use as Air Force One, praising the aircraft during campaign appearances in Arizona and Montana. The arrangement has attracted criticism over foreign gifts, conversion requirements and security oversight, with the aircraft's political and operational significance extending beyond its appearance.
Iran changes Strait of Hormuz attack tactics as oil shipping threat reaches severe level
At least five maritime attacks were reported within 48 hours as Iran intensified pressure on shipping around the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian and US officials described changing tactics, including the use of small boats to track vessels following damage to radar capabilities. The disruption threatens a corridor that previously handled about one-fifth of global oil and LNG trade.
Iran offers seven-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz as US negotiations remain deadlocked
Iran has offered a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Find out why the proposal could reshape US-Iran diplomacy and global oil markets.
Microsoft plans more than $10bn of Gulf cloud and AI investment through 2030
The technology group will expand infrastructure and operations across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait while hardening critical data systems against regional conflict.
Iran-Oman Hormuz deal moves closer as tanker attack tests fragile push to reopen vital oil route
Iran and Oman advance a Hormuz shipping corridor and mine-clearing plan as Qatar mediates and a new tanker attack highlights continuing risks.
Iran wants cargo-based fees as Oman negotiates new Strait of Hormuz system
Iran may gain control over inbound Hormuz traffic. The unresolved fight over inspections and fees could reshape Gulf energy security.