- 18 September, 2026
Read breaking Middle East news with live updates on Arab world politics, economy and major regional developments.
Iran Foreign Minister Visiting China: Can Beijing Provide Iran with a Way out of the War?
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi made a trip to Beijing on September 16 for discussions with China’s foreign minister, Wang Yi, amid growing pressure on
EBRD Opens New Amman Office: What This Means for Investment in Jordan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is stepping up its involvement in the Middle East. EBRD opens new Amman office, The EBRD also
Rachel Ruto in Morocco: What Is Kenya’s First Lady Discussing With Princess Lalla Asmaa?
On September 14, 2026, the historic and heartwarming diplomatic trip started with the arrival of Kenya’s First Lady in Rabat. Rachel Ruto in Morocco, Rachel
Houthi Drone Near Mecca – Why This Latest Event Could Be A New Security Flashpoint for Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia stated that it has shot down a Houthi drone near Mecca in southern Saudi Arabia on September 15, 2020, just hours before it
Haj Tawfiq Champions the Upcoming Jordan-EU Investment Forum to Deepen Long-Term Economic Partnerships
A major economic event is on its way in the Middle East. The awaited Jordan-EU Investment Forum will be held on November 19, 2026, with
Iraq-France Economic Deal: What New Agreements Could Mean for Investment and Jobs
The agreement on economic cooperation between Iraq and France opens up new horizons for the modernization of Iraq. Iraq-France economic deal, It is expected that
Sudan’s Chemical-Weapons Allegations Raise a Bigger Question: Who Will Shape the Post-War State?
Sudan’s civil war is taking a more dangerous turn, with the use of chemical weapons being a new dimension in the devastating war. Sudan Chemical
Hormuz Discussions Delayed: What will be the Consequences on Oil Prices and Maritime Navigation after the Delay of the Meeting between Iran and Gulf States?
Arab Gulf states have delayed the negotiation process with Iran concerning the future of the Strait of Hormuz as rifts widen between Gulf Cooperation Council
Yemen War Escalation Displaces Nearly 94,000 as Fighting Intensifies
Yemen’s fragile calm has broken apart again, and this time the human cost is climbing fast. Yemen war escalation, The International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Who Is Thomas Jacobs? IFC’s New Regional Director for Jordan, Iraq and the Levant
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is making an extremely strategic leadership change in the Middle East. Thomas Jacobs will be the new IFC Regional Director