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Conflict & Security · Middle EastJordanian security officer killed in Amman stabbing
A Jordanian security officer was killed and another wounded in a stabbing attack in Amman on Thursday. Authorities have described the incident near the Sri Lankan Embassy as a terrorist act, and the assailant has been arrested.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastEmirates airline profit drops 66% amid regional conflict and high fuel costs
Emirates airline saw its net profit fall by 66% in the first half of the fiscal year. Revenue also declined, with passenger numbers and seat factors dropping, as the airline contended with regional airspace disruptions and significantly higher fuel costs.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsrael Warns US of Iran Chemical Weapons Threat
Israel has provided intelligence to the United States indicating Iran may be considering the use of chemical weapons against its adversaries. The claims have been met with skepticism by some US officials, while Israeli officials deem the threat more urgent than Iran's nuclear program.
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Politics · Middle EastTrump to End Aid to Israel; Israeli Officials Surprised
US President Donald Trump has announced that Washington will cease financial aid to Israel by the end of the year. The decision has drawn criticism from Israeli opposition leader Yair Golan and revealed surprise among Israeli defense and finance officials.
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Politics · Middle EastIran says US must act to prevent war
Iran's chief negotiator stated the ball is in the U.S. court to prevent renewed war, following what he described as a 'firm and rational response' from Tehran. The comments come amid reports of U.S. defensive strikes on Iranian targets.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Embassy warns American citizens of possible Houthi attacks on Saudi airports
The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia issued a security alert warning Americans of potential Houthi attacks on airports, possible airspace closures and flight disruptions. Some reports added that US government employees now need special clearance to use Saudi airports, amid rising regional tensions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran reports five explosions on Qeshm Island
Iranian state media reported hearing five explosions on Qeshm Island, near Bandar Lengeh in Hormozgan province. Some residents reported seeing two aircraft in the sky. No official confirmation of the source has been released.
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Politics · Middle EastIran says intensive talks with US underway to avert war
Iran announced on Monday that it is engaged in intensive indirect negotiations with the United States, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, to de-escalate tensions and avert potential conflict. The country has also offered to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz under specific conditions.
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Politics · Middle EastIran President Says Khamenei Authorizes US Negotiations
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has granted the government "certain authorities" to negotiate with the U.S. The development comes as oil prices fell and U.S. officials indicated a preference for diplomatic resolution.
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Politics · Middle EastXi Jinping meets Oman's Sultan, calls for Middle East stability
President Xi Jinping told Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said that the Middle East should not be a battleground for great-power rivalry. Xi expressed China's willingness to enhance coordination with Arab and GCC countries for regional peace and stability.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTucker Carlson Claims Trump Administration May Strike Iran
Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson has claimed the Trump administration could launch a nuclear strike on Iran within days. He alleged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pressuring President Trump to attack an underground facility known as 'Pickax Mountain'. Carlson did not provide evidence for his claims.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUAE official hopes for US-Iran breakthrough, prepared for worst
The UAE hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough in US-Iran negotiations but is prepared for the worst, according to Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president. He spoke at a conference in Manama on November 1, 2026.
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Iran targeted US air defenses before hitting Mideast bases
Iran's strikes on US bases in the Middle East focused on early-warning systems before hitting aircraft and buildings. An analysis documented over 115 strikes damaging structures on 26 sites, prompting the US to move assets out of the Persian Gulf.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSyria's foreign minister Asaad al‑Shaibani says country weighing Mecca defence pact
At the Manama Dialogue in Bahrain, Syrian foreign minister Asaad al‑Shaibani said Damascus is evaluating entry into the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, and warned that Israel has launched more than 1,000 attacks on Syria in under two years.
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US forces attack Iranian fishing boats near Qeshm Island
US forces attacked two Iranian fishing boats near Qeshm Island, injuring two fishermen and leaving two others missing. Iranian media described the weapon as an 'enemy' drone, with the incident occurring in the Persian Gulf.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran warns US attacks would widen war
Iran's army has warned that any new US attack would spread the conflict to a wider geographical area. The warning comes amid diplomatic efforts to avert further hostilities and as both the US and Israel hold crucial elections.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump says US not rushing to end Iran war
Donald Trump stated the United States is in no hurry to conclude its conflict with Iran, describing it as "not a typical war." He also claimed Iran faces financial difficulties, unable to pay its military and police, while diplomatic talks persist.
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Politics · Middle EastUS Treasury Secretary: Iran's Economy May Contract 25%
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that American sanctions on Iran are highly successful, potentially leading to a 25% economic contraction by March 2026. He also claimed that Iran's ability to fund proxies like Hamas and Hezbollah is diminishing and that soldiers are not being paid.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran Foreign Minister Araghchi discusses seven-day plan to end war
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran is in close contact with mediators regarding a seven-day plan to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump denied directing peace talks but approved outreach for medical supplies.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastVance Sent Letter to Iran Amid US Bombing Threats
US Vice President JD Vance sent a letter to Iran's top security official, Mohsen Rezaei, in an effort to restart peace negotiations and prevent potential US bombings. President Donald Trump has denied directing Vance to initiate these talks.
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