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Trump Abruptly Cancels Envoy Trip as Iran Talks Remain Uncertain
MENAFN
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has unexpectedly called off a planned visit by special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan, a trip that had been linked to potential diplomatic engagement involving Iran, according to reports....
Low Vessel Traffic Continues in Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Iran Tensions
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Commercial vessel movement in and around the Strait of Hormuz remained relatively low over a 24-hour period ending at 1200 GMT on Wednesday, with uncertainty over a possible US-Iran ceasefire continuing to weigh on maritime traffic,...
The Creators Boom in the Gulf: Qoruz Report Maps the Rise Across Categories
EIN Presswire
The creator economy in the GCC region is undergoing a transformation.
Limited Shipping Activity Observed Near Strait of Hormuz
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Commercial maritime movement around the Strait of Hormuz stayed relatively restrained on Thursday morning, based on vessel-tracking data examined by Anadolu.
Iran Claims Most of Its Missile Arsenal "Unused" in Conflict with US
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Iran's Defense Ministry declared Saturday that the bulk of the country's missile capabilities were held in reserve during its conflict with the United States, signaling the military remains substantially intact, a semi-official news...
World Halal Summit, Halal Expo to be held next month in Istanbul
MENAFN
(MENAFN) The upcoming World Halal Summit and Halal Expo in Istanbul next month aims to create new avenues for trade and commercial diplomacy through country business forums and business-to-business (B2B) sessions.
Iran Seizes Three Vessels as Hormuz Traffic Crawls
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Commercial vessel activity through the Strait of Hormuz remained markedly subdued during the 24-hour window ending at 1200 GMT Wednesday, as mounting uncertainty surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran ceasefire continued to weigh heavily on...
Limited Shipping Activity Continues in Strait of Hormuz
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Commercial vessel movement through the Strait of Hormuz remained restricted on Thursday morning, according to vessel tracking data reviewed by Anadolu, as uncertainty continues over a possible US-Iran ceasefire arrangement.
Oil Prices Climb After U.S. Boards Iranian Cargo Ship
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Global oil markets jolted violently higher Monday after US forces intercepted and boarded an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, dealing a fresh blow to peace prospects in the US-Iran conflict and reigniting fears of a...
Maritime Traffic Near Strait of Hormuz Nearly Halted
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Commercial shipping activity in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz appeared to slow to a near halt on Friday morning over the past 24 hours, as tensions linked to a US blockade intensified.
Lavrov Praises Pakistan’s Role in Facilitating US–Iran Dialogue
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Russia’s foreign minister has praised Pakistan for what he described as a “constructive role” in helping facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran aimed at resolving ongoing tensions in the Middle East, according to...
Hormuz Traffic Stays Thin as Uncertainty Persists Over US-Iran Truce
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Commercial vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained markedly subdued Thursday morning, according to vessel-monitoring data reviewed by media, as diplomatic uncertainty over a potential US-Iran ceasefire continued to shadow one...
Shifts in OPEC+ behaviour and downside risks to oil prices
ECB - European Central Bank
Prepared by Massimo Ferrari Minesso and Arthur Stalla-Bourdillon A key factor behind the recent decline in oil prices has been the changing stance of OPEC+.[1] Oil prices have been on a downward trend over the past months, driven by two factors:...
UAE Absorbs 58% of Hormuz Diversions as Cargo Compression Intensifies in Week 7
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
CHICAGO, April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- project44’s latest Supply Chain Insights report shows that seven weeks into the Strait of Hormuz closure, total weekly diversions have fallen to their lowest point of the disruption.
Arab League Calls for Iranian Compensation Over Regional Attacks
MENAFN
(MENAFN) According to reports, Arab foreign ministers have demanded that Iran provide compensation for what they described as attacks on several Arab states and for disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz.
Arab FMs Call on Iran to Compensate for Attacks, Maritime Disruption
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Arab foreign ministers on Tuesday called for Iran to compensate several Arab states for what they described as attacks and for disruptions linked to the closure of key maritime routes, including the Strait of Hormuz.
SHE-QONOMI: Committed to Inclusivity, Accessibility & Sustainability, Podcasts & Data Powered By HER
EIN Presswire
Global Women's Multi-Lingual/ Multi-Podcast Platform Powered By The Voices of HER. Built with Love & Kindness.
White House Says Iran’s Ship Seizures in Hormuz Do Not Violate Truce
MENAFN
(MENAFN) The White House has stated that Iran’s seizure of two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz does not constitute a breach of the ceasefire, arguing that the vessels were neither US- nor Israeli-owned, according to reports.
V Brings Premium, Free TV Channels to Viewers Across 10 MENA Markets with Screenomic’s Arabic Content Line up
EIN Presswire
V and Screenomic launch TV Channels across 10 MENA markets, bringing 30+ free premium streaming channels to VIDAA and expanding local connected TV content.
Britain Not to Participate in US Hormuz Blockade
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Britain has ruled out participation in a US-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, British media reported Sunday, putting London at odds with Washington over how to handle the mounting crisis with Iran. The announcement follows US...
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