UAE
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financeDubai Bypasses Strait of Hormuz with New Energy Port
The UAE is fast-tracking a new oil port and pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, reducing geopolitical risk for global energy markets and stabilizing its position as a crypto hub.
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financeUAE Oil Output Hits Record 4.1 Million Barrels Per Day After OPEC Exit
The UAE pumped a record 4.1 million barrels per day in June, marking a dramatic increase since leaving the OPEC cartel.
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techU.S. Eases AI Chip Exports to UAE, Unlocking Billion-Dollar Nvidia Deal
The U.S. reclassifies the UAE under a streamlined trade program, allowing the purchase of advanced AI chips like Nvidia's Blackwell without individual licenses, fueling the Stargate UAE project.
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worldRubio's Gulf Visit to Address Iran Talks and Regional Security
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio aims to stabilize Gulf relations amid Iran negotiations and Strait of Hormuz security.
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financeUAE Categorical Denial of $20B Iranian Asset Release
The UAE Foreign Ministry firmly rejects Reuters reports of a $10-20 billion frozen asset transfer to Iran, citing security guarantees.
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financeUAE Unlocks Billions for Iran in Major Gulf Diplomatic Shift
The UAE agrees to release up to $20 billion in frozen funds to Iran, marking a pivotal diplomatic move to halt regional attacks and reshape Gulf security dynamics.
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worldOPEC Output Hits 30-Year Low Amid US Naval Blockade of Iran
OPEC crude output fell to 16.33 million barrels per day in May 2026, the lowest in decades, driven by US sanctions and a naval blockade on Iran.
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worldEx-Wife of Dubai Royal Taken Into Custody Over Custody Dispute
Zeynab Javadli, ex-wife of Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is detained after her former husband accused her of abducting their children.