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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends a meeting with GCC foreign ministers in Bahrain, on Thursday. Reuters

Gulf states deserve a deal that delivers regional calm

CommentJune 26, 2026

MUSCAT, OMAN - JUNE 23: Indian sailors go about their work after being stranded aboard their cargo vessel for days as congestion at Port Sultan Qaboos has prevented them from docking, leaving the ship anchored off the coast of Oman around Qaboos Port on June 23, 2026 in Muscat, Oman. The cargo vessel carries sugar and wheat. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for the region's oil and gas, was effectively blockaded since the outbreak of war between the United States and Iran in late February. This week's provisional peace deal between the countries was meant to reopen the waterway to shipping traffic, but the pace of that reopening is unclear amid continued fighting in Lebanon and the need to clear the Strait of sea mines. On Sunday, U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for high-level talks with the Iranian delegation, as the two sides seek to clarify the terms of ending the war. (Photo by Elke Scholiers/Getty Images)

Evacuation of stranded sailors through Strait of Hormuz halted after attack

MENAJune 26, 2026

The Israeli and Lebanese flags at a monument called the 'Good Fence', in Metula, Israel. The Lebanese village of Al Khiam can be seen in the background next to the border. EPA

Peace in Lebanon can't be imposed from outside

EditorialJune 26, 2026

Oil tankers and cargo vessels are anchored off Oman as they wait to transit the Strait of Hormuz. Getty Images

Charging fees in Strait of Hormuz risks driving global inflation, experts warn

EnergyJune 26, 2026

The inauguration of Etihad Rail's passenger service will be a remarkable achievement that reflects innovation, partnership and the continued growth and progress of the UAE. Antonie Robertson / The National

Etihad Rail’s passenger service will be a huge milestone for the UAE

FeedbackJune 26, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks on Thursday before leaving Bahrain at the end of his Gulf visit. Reuters

US will keep Gulf allies informed on Iran talks, Rubio says

GulfJune 25, 2026

A Uruguay fan holds a replica of the Fifa World Cup trophy as they gather at Ocean Drive on June 20. Reuters

Fifa World Cup 2026 complete fixture guide and schedule

FootballJune 25, 2026

An IRGC Navy warship in the Arabian Gulf. The force's conflicting instructions create further uncertainty for the estimated 600 vessels stuck in the Arabian Gulf. NurPhoto

IRGC says ships must use Iran-approved routes through Strait of Hormuz

MENAJune 25, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to reporters in Kuwait. AFP

US 'won't do anything' to undermine Gulf security, says Rubio

GulfJune 24, 2026

Syria's President Ahmad Al Shara at the People's Palace in Damascus. Reuters

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No new Syrian troop build-up at border as Al Shara weighs Lebanon dilemma

MENAJune 24, 2026

Ships at the Strait of Hormuz, seen from Musandam in Oman. Oil prices are falling as more vessels cross the vital waterway. Reuters

Oil slips below $74 per barrel as more ships transit Strait of Hormuz

EnergyJune 24, 2026

US Vice President JD Vance, right, looks on next to US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, left, shakes hands with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Lake Lucerne Summit. Getty

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A key ingredient has been missing in the US-Iran talks

CommentJune 24, 2026

France's Kylian Mbappe and Argentine great Lionel Messi have been in fine form this World Cup. AFP

Which teams have qualified for World Cup 2026 knockouts?

World Cup 2026June 24, 2026

President Sheikh Mohamed received US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Abu Dhabi. UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed receives US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Abu Dhabi

UAEJune 24, 2026

Stranded vessels could start moving through the Strait of Hormuz 'pretty soon', the IMO said. Reuters

Oman and UN set up corridor for safe passage of stranded ships

GulfJune 24, 2026

Israelis look across the northern border into southern Lebanon on Monday. AFP

Netanyahu says Israel must be free of US military dependence

MENAJune 24, 2026

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