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Blasts in Doha as Israel targets Hamas officials

Qatari broadcaster Al Jazeera, citing a Hamas source, said the attack specifically targeted members of the group involved in ceasefire negotiations over Gaza.

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Iran-Israel ceasefire: GCC airlines, airports issue statements

Dubai Airports announced the full resumption of operations across its facilities after a temporary precautionary halt

Israel and Iran agree on ceasefire to end 12-day war: Trump

There was no confirmation from Israel and the Israeli military said two volleys of missiles were launched from Iran towards Israel in the early hours of Tuesday

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Airlines weigh Middle East cancellations after US strikes in Iran strand thousands

Airlines are also concerned about a potential spike in oil prices following the US attacks, which will increase the cost of jet fuel

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Israel-Iran tensions: Airlines keep avoiding Middle East airspace after US strike

Israel’s airports authority said the country’s airspace was closed for all flights, but land crossings with Egypt and Jordan remained open

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US strikes Iran’s main nuclear sites, says Trump

Trump named the three nuclear sites targeted as Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow

Travel disruptions: UAE waives overstay fines for Iranian citizens

Recent airspace closures and the suspension of flights to and from Iran have left many Iranian nationals unable to return home

Oil prices rise as Iran-Israel crisis escalates

Oil prices rise as Iran-Israel crisis escalates

The International Energy Agency revised its world oil demand estimate downwards by 20,000 bpd from last month’s forecast, and increased the supply estimate by 200,000 bpd to 1.8 million bpd

Trump's trade war: Tariff deadlines and key upcoming events

G7 summit: Trump leaves early due to Middle East situation

G7 leaders from Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the US, along with the European Union, have convened in Canada this week

Oil prices rise after US and China reach trade-deal framework

Oil soars more than 6% after Israel’s strike on Iran alarms market

Friday’s gains were the largest intraday moves for both contracts since 2022 after Russia invaded Ukraine

UAE just made flying easier: GCAA launches unified air operator gateway

These latest flight disruptions could impact your travel plans

Many airlines are taking precautionary measures, with flights to Israel, Lebanon, and beyond affected

IMF says escalation of Middle East conflict poses economic risks

IMF says escalation of Middle East conflict poses economic risks

The main channels for the conflict to impact the global economy have been through higher commodity prices, including oil and grains

Oil prices jump as Iran-Israel missile strikes fuel market jitters

Brent futures and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude spiked more than 1 per cent amid Iran’s attack on Israel

Just over 80 flights diverted after Iran missile attack on Israel

An estimated 81 flights — operated by the likes of Emirates, British Airways, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways — have been diverted

BEIRUT, LEBANON - AUGUST 06: Supporters listen to Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah via a video link during a ceremony to mark the first week since the killing of Hezbollah's top commander Fuad Shukr on August 06, 2024 in Beirut, Lebanon. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Israeli army says it has killed Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah

Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah has died in an airstrike, says Israel’s military

CAIRO, EGYPT - AUGUST 20: (----EDITORIAL USE ONLY - MANDATORY CREDIT 'EGYPTIAN PRESIDENCY / HANDOUT' - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS----) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Cairo, Egypt on August 20, 2024. (Photo by Egyptian Presidency/Anadolu via Getty Images)

US to release $1.3bn in military aid to Egypt

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has increased Washington’s dependence on Egypt for diplomatic mediation

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Royal Jordanian airline suspends flights to Beirut, state news agency says

The Israeli military said its jets hit targets in Lebanon shortly before the military assessed Hezbollah was preparing to launch attacks

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UK, Egypt issue alerts for Lebanon airspace

Many airlines, globally, are revising their schedules to avoid Iranian and Lebanese airspace while also calling off flights to Israel and Lebanon

Jordan asks airlines to carry extra fuel amid Middle East tensions

Jordan asks airlines to carry extra fuel amid Middle East tensions

Jordanian authorities urged all airlines to carry reserve fuel for “operational reasons” and is effective until 2200 GMT on Tuesday

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Middle East tensions: US State Secretary Antony Blinken dials GCC counterparts

Blinken has spoken to his counterparts in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar as tensions have ratched up in the region, in recent days

OPEC projection for 2024 energy demand - oil

Oil prices climb on summer demand outlook

Recent data showed that oil production and demand for major products rose to a four-month high in April, supporting prices

DDoS cyberattacks

DDos attacks up 183% in MENA amid geopolitical tensions: StormWall

As the geopolitical situation continues to evolve in the MENA region, the frequency and intensity of DDoS attacks by hacktivists as well as malicious actors, are expected to persist

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Antony Blinken back in the Middle East to discuss ceasefire proposal

This marks Blinken’s eighth trip to the region since the conflict erupted in October 2023

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Blinken arrives in Saudi Arabia on first leg of Middle East tour

Blinken is expected to meet with senior Saudi leaders and hold a wider meeting with counterparts from five Arab states – Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Jordan

Airlines suspend flights due to Middle East tensions

Global airlines suspend flights on Middle East tensions

The ongoing geopolitical tensions have narrowed options for planes navigating between Europe and Asia

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Brent settles above $90 for first time since October

Investors will look to economic data and monetary policy for potential clues on the outlook for oil demand

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Blinken meets Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid ceasefire negotiations

The US Secretary of State is on his sixth visit to the region since the October 7 crisis broke out

Oil starts week lower on signs of easing Middle East conflict

Oil falls after weekly gain on signs of easing Israel-Gaza conflict

Geopolitical risks including a feared broadening of the Middle East conflict pushed oil prices up by about 6 per cent last week

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Oil prices mostly flat as Antony Blinken visits Riyadh

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the region to discuss a ceasefire offer between Israel and Hamas

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron in Oman as Red Sea tensions escalate

His visit to Muscat follows regional travel last week where he met with leaders in Israel, Qatar and Turkey