The move will authorize harsher penalties on the Iran-backed group, which has attacked Israel and disrupted global shipping trade in the Red Sea for over a year.

While major ruptures are not expected, Gulf states are urging a tougher stance on Israel and a softening toward Iran, positions that differ greatly from the president-elect’s first term.

Washington’s standing in the Middle East has never been so low as its complicity in Israel’s belligerence escaped neither its foes nor friends. U.S. sway with Arab governments and people has diminished with every shipment of U.

The UAE's LNG expansion plans and recent deals with Germany suggest a potential realignment towards the US after a period of strained relations.

"Everyone recognizes that the Palestinian issue shouldn't be left behind," an expert told Newsweek. "So there must be progress on this."

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President Donald Trump threatens 100% tariffs on BRICS nations over potential 'de-dollarisation' efforts. India balances ties with the US and BRICS while ensuring its economic and strategic interests are preserved.

Stargate is receiving a ton of funding from an Abu Dhabi-based investment company called MGX, which has ties to the UAE's royal family.

Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Wednesday released the crew of the Galaxy Leader, a vehicle carrier seized in November 2023 at the start of their attacks on