Iraq’s Militia Disarmament Pledges Renew the State-Authority Debate
Commitments will be judged by command structures, financing and the government’s ability to enforce decisions.
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Core editorial sections covering the forces reshaping the Middle East.
Tanker Is Hit by an Unknown Projectile East of Oman
UKMTO said the crew was safe and the vessel continued its journey after damage to the port bow.
Iran War Delivers the Middle East’s Biggest Economic Shock in Decades
Energy disruption, damaged infrastructure and weaker non-oil activity are testing the region’s financial buffers.
Gulf Crisis Is Increasing Pressure on African Airlines
Longer routes, higher fuel costs and disrupted connections are extending the conflict’s economic impact beyond the region.
MENA Startup Funding Rises 202% to $454.7 Million in May
The monthly increase points to renewed deal activity, although the concentration of funding remains important.
Sukuk Liquidity Shows Early Signs of Recovery, Fitch Says
Market functioning is improving, but geopolitical risk and uneven investor demand remain significant.
Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Peace at Oslo Forum
A foreign ministry official said the Kingdom’s approach remained centred on dialogue, security and political solutions.
Saudi and Pakistani Foreign Ministers Review the Emerging US–Iran Deal
Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Ishaq Dar discussed regional developments and mediation efforts.
Saudi Climate Envoy Meets Germany’s Environment Minister in Berlin
The talks covered climate action, environmental protection and efforts to combat desertification.
Saudi Farmer Expands Mango Orchard to 1,700 Trees
A former teacher’s agricultural project in Al-Qunfudhah has grown into a diversified organic farm.