Trump’s Iran move reminds some of run-up to Iraq war
Fifteen years after invading Iraq over weapons of mass destruction and ties to al Qaeda that both proved non-existent, the United States is again steering…
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EU ambassador says Turkey ‘very close’ to the bloc
In a message marking Europe Day, the head of the EU Delegation to Ankara on May 9 said Turkey is “very close” to the European Union. Speaking to…
Saudi Energy Minister: Country committed to oil market stability
Saudi Arabia has said it will take all necessary measures to prevent supply shortages following the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal. “The Kingdom…
Saudi Arabia: Will Film Business’ Next Big Hope Pan Out?
Saudi Arabia may be the biggest star at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. The Arab kingdom, which is hosting three panels at the film gathering ranging from…
Saudi FM says kingdom to resume efforts to address Iran’s hostile policies
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Adel Jubeir reaffirmed the kingdom’s support of US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the nuclear deal with Iran and reinstate economic…
Iraq to close airports and border crossings during election
Iraqi authorities said Wednesday they will close the country’s borders and airspace for 24 hours over an upcoming parliamentary election as they seek to impose…
Turkey threatens US over bill seeking to halt weapons sales
A U.S. bill that would halt weapons sales to Turkey risks terminating all procurement deals between the two NATO allies, according to Turkish officials and…
Iran Extends Its Reach Just as Trump Tries to Isolate It
The U.S. may be trying to isolate Iran with new economic sanctions, but a look around the Middle East shows it will take a lot more…
Trump Iran Deal Pull-Out Deepens Dubai Refiner’s Supply Dilemma
One of the unknowns in Donald Trump’s decision to restore sanctions on Iran’s petroleum exports is whether the U.S. will also restrict the country’s substantial…
Turkey to take steps to curb inflation amid lira’s fall
Turkey’s president Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his top economic advisers will take steps to curb inflation and halt the lira’s slide, the country’s presidency said…