Opec's new forecast and Syria-SDF tensions


Yasmeen Altaji
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Opec has raised its forecast for world oil and energy demand, the Syrian government has accused the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces of delays in implementing an integration deal, while Saudi Arabia is updating its rules to allow foreigners to buy property in specific zones.

On today's episode of Trending Middle East:

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Syria blames US-backed Kurds for instability after failed meeting

Saudi foreign property ownership rules will be 'transformational' for long-term expats

This episode features Manus Cranny, geo-economics editor, and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent.

Updated: July 11, 2025, 4:52 AM
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