During a diplomatic visit to Qatar, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that fears of a worsening conflict with Iran were the central theme of his discussions with Gulf partners, urging Tehran to cease hostilities and return to negotiations.
Washington and Tehran are set for direct negotiations in Muscat this Friday, with Iran insisting the agenda remain strictly on its nuclear program. The meeting comes as recent military incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and a U.S. force buildup heighten fears of a broader confrontation.
Amidst renewed diplomatic overtures from Tehran, a U.S. military action highlights the fragile security landscape in the Middle East, underscoring the complex path to de-escalation.
A notable easing of U.S.-Iran tensions has buoyed investor sentiment across Gulf bourses, shifting focus to earnings season and creating a window for undervalued small-cap opportunities. We analyze three standout picks from a regional screener.
A notable easing of US-Iran tensions has buoyed investor confidence across Gulf bourses, creating a favorable backdrop for stable, income-generating equities. We analyze three regional dividend stocks offering potential portfolio resilience amid shifting market dynamics.
Iran's Supreme Leader issues his most direct threat yet amid heightened U.S. military presence and stalled diplomacy, while internal crackdown death toll estimates soar.
Cotton futures staged a modest recovery Wednesday morning, reversing Tuesday's losses amid broader market volatility linked to Middle East tensions and currency shifts.
High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran are scheduled to take place in Oman this Friday, as confirmed by multiple Iranian media sources, marking a critical diplomatic effort to ease escalating regional tensions.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz embarks on a pivotal three-nation Gulf tour, signaling Berlin's strategic push to diversify trade and energy partnerships amid global realignment, as both Germany and the Gulf monarchies seek to reduce mutual dependencies.
Exclusive: Washington and Tehran are set for direct negotiations in Muscat this Friday, focusing solely on Iran's nuclear program amid a backdrop of military posturing and recent confrontations in the Gulf.
A U.S. F-35 fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone that aggressively approached the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, U.S. Central Command confirmed. The incident, followed by the harassment of a U.S.-flagged tanker, marks a significant escalation in regional tensions.
Iranian officials confirm active review of diplomatic channels with Washington, signaling potential de-escalation as military posturing continues in the Gulf region.
Iranian naval forces have intercepted two vessels in the Gulf waters, confiscating more than one million liters of what authorities describe as illicit fuel. The crews, comprising 15 foreign nationals, face legal proceedings.
Diplomats from Washington and Tehran are set to meet in Muscat this week for high-stakes negotiations aimed at de-escalating tensions and addressing Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missile activities, and regional influence.
The landmark $100 billion infrastructure partnership between OpenAI and Nvidia has failed to materialize into a binding agreement, exposing underlying tensions over chip supply and performance demands, and raising broader concerns about speculative dynamics in the AI sector.
In a strategic win for Qatar's economic diversification, global semiconductor research leader Imec has selected Doha for its inaugural Gulf R&D center, set to open this year and create up to 100 high-skilled jobs by 2030.
High-stakes diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have been relocated to Oman after recent hostile incidents in the Gulf, casting uncertainty over the format and agenda of the critical talks.
Shares of Gulf Marine Services PLC (LON:GMS) have surged over the past quarter, outpacing broader market trends. We examine whether the company's financial health and reinvestment strategy justify the recent momentum, or if investors should brace for a correction.
Global markets faced a sharp sell-off on Tuesday, with Bitcoin hitting its lowest point since late 2024 and major stock indices retreating. The downturn was fueled by investor anxiety over lofty AI valuations and fresh Middle East tensions, driving a flight to traditional safe havens like gold.
A U.S. Navy fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone that approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in international waters, as separate Iranian forces harassed a merchant vessel, escalating regional tensions.
