
Iraq PM Ali al-Zaidi Accepts Invitation to Visit Riyadh After US-Saudi Strikes
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has accepted a renewed invitation to visit Riyadh, following US-Saudi strikes that targeted Iran-backed groups.
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has accepted a renewed invitation to visit Riyadh, following US-Saudi strikes that targeted Iran-backed groups.

Iran and Oman have agreed on a route for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, but reopening depends on the US ending its naval blockade.

Lebanon and Israel have commenced a new round of US-sponsored direct talks in Rome, focusing on Israel's phased withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
Toyota has raised its profit forecasts for the year, crediting the weak yen for helping it navigate global challenges.

British energy giant BP announced a significant increase in second-quarter profits, attributing the rise to heightened oil and gas prices due to the Middle East conflict.

The United States military has launched retaliatory strikes on Iran following attacks on US bases in Jordan, reigniting Middle East tensions.

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the prospects for a negotiated peace deal with Iran as hostilities between the two nations have paused.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday for the first time since the start of the Iran war.

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities, marking a new escalation in the regional conflict.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on the southern Saudi city of Jizan, escalating tensions in the region.

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have vowed to retaliate against Saudi Arabia following strikes on civilian infrastructure, deepening the regional conflict.

Business activity in the eurozone grew in July for the first time in four months, yet escalating Middle East conflict threatens the economic outlook.

Brent crude has crossed the $100 mark again, driven by intensified Middle East conflict and reduced oil reserves.

Brent crude has crossed the $100 mark for the first time since May, driven by escalating Middle East conflict.

Japan's core inflation increased in June due to higher oil prices and a declining yen, according to recent official data.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have threatened to blockade the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a vital oil shipping route.

Spanish energy giant Repsol's net profit in the first half of the year more than tripled due to increased oil and gas prices.

Fresh Middle East fighting and rising oil prices have put the European Central Bank on alert ahead of its rate-setting meeting.

Bangladesh has strongly condemned the Houthis' declaration of a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, warning of potential escalation and economic disruption.

The US Central Command has initiated its 11th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets.

Brent crude oil has reached its highest price since June, driven by escalating tensions between Iran and the United States in the Middle East.

Germany and Azerbaijan are deepening their energy cooperation as Europe seeks alternatives to Russian oil and gas.

Iran has targeted US military assets in the Gulf, warning of more attacks as Houthi rebels threaten to expand the conflict by blockading Saudi ports.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is set to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington, as international pressure mounts for Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah.

Ryanair's net profit fell by 34% in the first quarter due to soaring jet-fuel prices and reduced ticket sales caused by the Middle East conflict.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Washington to discuss the ongoing peace negotiations between Lebanon and Israel.

Stocks in Asia experienced significant declines driven by concerns over tech valuations and ongoing Middle East tensions.

China's economy expanded by 4.3 percent in the second quarter, marking the slowest pace in over three years.
Singapore's economy expanded by 5.7 percent in the second quarter, down from 6.3 percent in the previous quarter.

President Donald Trump stated that the United States will be paid by wealthy nations for guarding the Strait of Hormuz.
