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Israel and Houthis exchange threats, and ICJ drops Sudan-UAE case

Yasmeen Altaji gives a round-up of today’s top stories

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Yasmeen Altaji

May 06, 2025

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Israel and the Houthis are exchanging threats in an apparent escalation. The International Court of Justice has moved to reject Sudan’s case against the UAE. President Donald Trump has announced a 100 per cent tariff on all films produced outside the US.

On this episode of Trending Middle East:

'Israel got lucky': More Houthi missiles expected after rocket lands 350 metres from airport terminal

UAE welcomes ICJ ruling to dismiss Sudan case

US President Donald Trump orders 100% tariff on films made 'in foreign lands'

This episode features Thomas Harding, Security and Policy Editor; Vanessa Ghanem, Arab Affairs Editor; and William Mullally, Arts and Culture Editor.

Updated: May 06, 2025, 2:00 AM
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