Trump’s Peace Summit in Egypt Lacks Key Leaders for Success
President Donald Trump held a summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on July 7, 2024, where he declared a new era of peace in the Middle East. However, the absence of…
Vivienne Westwood Launches Riyadh Fashion Week Amid Cultural Shift
The renowned fashion brand Vivienne Westwood officially launched Riyadh Fashion Week on October 12, 2023, marking a notable moment as it became the first international label to showcase at this…
Gulf PMI Numbers Reflect Economic Diversification Progress
Recent data from the Gulf Coast region reveals significant insights into economic performance, particularly through the lens of the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). According to analysis by TS Lombard, September…
Bill Burr Responds to Critics of Riyadh Comedy Festival Appearance
UPDATE: Comedian Bill Burr has fired back at critics following his appearance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, stating it was a “mind-blowing experience.” Burr’s comments come amid backlash from fellow…
Lebanon Mobilizes to Disarm Hezbollah as France Supports Saudi Conference
Lebanon is preparing to disarm the militant group Hezbollah, a significant move that reflects the country’s ongoing security challenges. This initiative comes as France expresses its support for an upcoming…
Middle East Leaders Warn of Crisis as Violence Escalates
The annual gathering of world leaders at the United Nations has seen a stark warning from Egypt regarding the escalating crisis in the Middle East. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty…
Red Sea Cable Disruptions Sever Internet Links in Asia, Middle East
Recent disruptions to the Red Sea submarine cables have significantly impaired internet connectivity across Asia and the Middle East. These outages come in the wake of ongoing regional tensions, affecting…
SILQFi and Helix Launch Urgent Shariah-Compliant Financing Initiative
UPDATE: SILQFi and Helix have just launched a groundbreaking initiative to provide shariah-compliant tokenized invoice financing, revolutionizing access to capital for small businesses in the Gulf region. Announced earlier today…
OPEC+ Plans Output Increase Amid Uncertain Future for Oil Prices
OPEC+ is set to implement a significant increase in oil production, raising output by 547,000 barrels per day (bpd) starting September 2023. This decision follows the group’s recent agreement to…
OPEC’s Policy Focus Shifts from Market Share to Stability
OPEC’s recent policy decisions reflect a significant shift in focus, moving away from market share and towards broader stability in the oil markets. According to a report by Energy Aspects…