• “The U.A.E.’s Secret Role in the War Involved Dozens of Strikes on Iran.” WSJ, May 29, 2026.

• “Bahrain to collect ‘loyalty and support’ documents for national archive after Iranian attacks.” Khaleej Times, January 1, 2026.

• “UAE’s IMI takes full control of Sky News Arabia amid Sudan coverage scrutiny.” Middle East Eye, June 1, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia concludes Hajj 2026 after 1.7 million pilgrims visit Makkah.” Khaleej Times, May 29, 2026.

• “UAE GDP hit $517bn in 2025 as non-oil sector grew 6.8%.” The National, May 30, 2026.

• “Six development sites worth SR13.3 billion awarded in Makkah.” Saudi Gazette, June 1, 2026.

• “Saudi wholesale and retail trade revenues record 7.3% growth in Q1 2026.” Saudi Gazette, May 31, 2026.

• “Saudi Contractor’s Owners Seek Up To $800 Million in Riyadh IPO.” Bloomberg, May 31, 2026.

• “Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attacks as regional tensions simmer.” Gulf Business, May 28, 2026.

• “U.S. military confirms Iran launched attacks at Kuwait in further test of ceasefire.” The Washington Times, May 28, 2026.

• “US and Iran reach tentative deal for 60-day truce extension, officials say.” Al Jazeera, May 28, 2026.

• “Trump Threatens to ‘Blow Up’ Oman Over Strait of Hormuz.” Time, May 28, 2026.

• “US Treasury threatens Oman with sanctions over Hormuz Strait.” Al Jazeera, May 28, 2026.

• “Oil markets are betting on a swift end to the Iran war. Investors may regret it.” CNBC, May 28, 2026.

• “Stocks Drop, Oil Spikes on Renewed Attacks in Middle East.” Bloomberg, May 28, 2026.

• “Pilgrims begin stoning ritual in Mina on first day of Tashreeq under tight crowd-management measures.” Arab News, May 28, 2026.

• “Toyota Sales Slide for Third Month on Middle East Conflict.” Bloomberg, May 28, 2026.

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• “Muslim pilgrims perform Hajj rituals under intense heat as Eid al-Adha celebrations start.” The Washington Post, May 27, 2026.

• “Pilgrims ‘stone the devil’ to mark end of Hajj and start of Eid.” The National, May 27, 2026.

• “For third year in a row, Israel blocks Hajj pilgrimage for Gaza Muslims.” Al Jazeera, May 24, 2026.

• “UN Security Council condemns drone strike on UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant.” The National, May 26, 2026.

• “’Deep suspicion’ of US lingers as Iran ponders agreement to end war.” Al Jazeera, May 27, 2026.

• “Oil prices fall more than 4% after Rubio says U.S. will give Iran talks ‘every chance to succeed.’” CNBC, May 27, 2026.

Updates

• “Over 1.5 million pilgrims begin Hajj amid regional tensions.” Al Jazeera, May 25, 2026.

• “For third year in a row, Israel blocks Hajj pilgrimage for Gaza Muslims.” Al Jazeera, May 24, 2026.

• “Exclusive: What’s inside the Iran deal Trump is close to signing.” Axios, May 24, 2026.

• “Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire and threatens retaliation after new strikes.” NBC News, May 26, 2026.

• “Crude Oil Drops as US Inches Toward Iran Deal to Reopen Strait.” Bloomberg, May 25, 2026.

• “Adnoc’s Tankers Are Slipping Oil, Gas and Fuel Through Hormuz.” Bloomberg, May 25, 2026.

• “Iran Puts War Losses at $270 Billion, Demands Reparations from Gulf Countries.” Iran Wire, May 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup 2026 squad: Who’s in and who’s out?” Al Arabiya, May 25, 2026.

Updates

• “UAE Joins Saudis, Qatar in Urging Trump Not to Restart Iran War.” Bloomberg, May 22, 2026.

• “Exclusive: Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source.” Reuters, May 22, 2026.

• “Iran and Oman in Talks Over Strait of Hormuz Ship Payment System.” The New York Times, May 21, 2026.

• “Gulf funds balance SpaceX potential against AI cash burn.” AGBI, May 22, 2026.

• Saudi Arabia: “The Capital Market Authority is tightening the screws: dismissals and fines are shaking listed companies.” Al Arabiya, May 21, 2026.

• “GCC insurance market to hit $61.8bln by 2030 on non-life demand.” Zawya, May 21, 2026.

• “Qatar Investment Authority, Spanish tech investor lauch $349M fund.” Semafor, May 21, 2026.

• “UAE’s Core42 secures $550mln to expand AI infrastructure.” Zawya, May 21, 2026.

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• “Iran seeking mechanism with Oman over Hormuz, foreign ministry spokesperson says.” Reuters, May 20, 2026.

• “No full Hormuz flows until first half of 2027, UAE’s oil giant says.” Reuters, May 21, 2026.

• “UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states.” BBC, May 21, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia to burn more oil for power this summer as gas output falls.” Reuters, May 20, 2026.

• “UAE says new pipeline that will bypass Strait of Hormuz is nearly 50% complete.” CNBC, May 20, 2026.

• “Exclusive / Saudi Arabia freezes consultancy payments.” Semafor, May 21, 2026.

• “Dubai launches second economic incentives package worth $408 million.” Arab News, May 21, 2026.

• “Oman launches nation’s first AI-powered autonomous asphalt paving technology.” Fast Company, May 21, 2026.

• “Qatar Airways navigates Gulf airspace crisis to post $1.94bn profit.” Aerospace Global News, May 21, 2026.

• “Pakistan invites Kuwait to invest in port, logistics corridor projects in push to boost blue economy.” Arab News, May 21, 2026.

Updates

• “Israel abducts the Gulf delegation participating in the Sumud Flotilla and 424 activists from 45 countries in international waters.” News Room, May 20, 2026.

• “US nuclear power pact with Saudi Arabia lacks strict guardrails, letter says.” Reuters, May 19, 2026.

• “The UAE says drones that targeted its Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraqi territory.” AP News, May 19, 2026.

• “US lobbied Saudi Arabia to release funds for Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ amid cash crunch.” Middle East Eye, May 19, 2026.

• “UAE paid $6m to reputation firm tied to Epstein whitewashing to bury damaging report on ambassador.” Middle East Monitor, May 18, 2026.

• “More than 850,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj.” The National, May 14, 2026.

• “Oman government revenues rise 13% on oil price spike.” Semafor, May 19, 2026.

• “Qatar launches new $30M Tech Venture Fund.” Semafor, May 18, 2026.

• “Saudi Awwal Bank signs SR6.4 billion financing agreement with AlBawani.” Saudi Gazette, May 20, 2026.

• “Billionaire Family’s Firm Taps Rothschild for Rare Qatar IPO.” Semafor, May 20, 2026.

• “Qatar Airways Group posts $1.94 billion net profit in 2025/26, carries over 41.8 million passengers.” Middle East Economy, May 20, 2026.

• “141 million passengers travel through Saudi airports in 2025, up 9.6%.” Saudi Gazette, May 18, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia, UAE trim US debt holdings by nearly $17 billion.” Semafor, May 19, 2026.

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• “Exclusive: Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war.” Reuters, May 18, 2026.

• “Saudi says it intercepted three drones that entered from Iraqi airspace.” Reuters, May 17, 2026.

• “UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant.” BBC, May 17, 2026.

• “China, US, UAE police arrest 276 telecom fraud suspects in Dubai.” Reuters, May 13, 2026.

• “UAE says OPEC, OPEC+ exit was sovereign strategic decision, not political move.” Reuters, May 16, 2026.

• “UAE foreign minister treats Nigel Farage like prime-minister-in-waiting on UK trip.” Middle East Eye, May 17, 2026.

• “Pentagon budget battle intensifies amid $2.5B Kuwait arms deal.” MSN, May 17, 2026.

• “Iran working with Oman to design a mechanism for controlling traffic through Strait of Hormuz.” Washington Times, May 18, 2026.

• “Oman inflation rises 3.2% in April on higher food, transport costs.” Arab News, May 18, 2026.

• “Qatar Investment Authority Discloses Investment at Fluence Energy with 8.9% Stake.” TradingView, May 18, 2026.

• “Bahrain sentences man to life imprisonment over alleged ties to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah.” Middle East Monitor, May 18, 2026.

• “French judge to probe complaints against Saudi crown prince over Khashoggi killing.” Middle East Eye, May 18, 2026.

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• “Saudi Arabia pushes for regional non-aggression pact with Iran.” The New Arab, May 15, 2026.

• “UAE tried to coordinate with Saudi Arabia, Qatar to strike Iran during recent war - report.” The Jerusalem Post, May 15, 2026.

• “’Reserve right to respond’: Iran’s Araghchi accuses Kuwait of ‘illegal’ attack on boat, detention of nationals.” MSN, May 14, 2026.

• “UAE’s new oil pipeline push to double export capacity bypassing Hormuz.” Reuters, May 15, 2026.

• “More than 860,000 foreign pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for 2026 Hajj season.” Gulf News, May 14, 2026.

• “Four expats die from carbon monoxide poisoning inside vehicle in Oman.” Gulf News, May 15, 2026.

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• “UAE Denies Netanyahu Made Secret Visit During Iran Conflict.” Bloomberg, May 13, 2026.

• “Pakistan Signals Turkey, Qatar May Join Saudi Defense Pact.” Bloomberg, May 13, 2026.

• “Saudis Tell OPEC That Oil Output Sank Again to Lowest Since 1990.” Bloomberg, May 13, 2026.

• “US Efforts to End Iran War Stumble as Ship Seized Near UAE.” Bloomberg, May 14, 2026.

• “UAE Said to Have Hit Iran Earlier in War as Israel Ties Grow.” Bloomberg, May 12, 2026.

• “Exclusive: Saudi warplanes struck militias in Iraq during war, sources say.” Reuters, May 13, 2026.

• “Iran and UAE clash at BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting.” Reuters, May 14, 2026.

• “Gulf Countries Tout Operations Targeting Alleged Iranian Sabotage Networks.” WSJ, May 13, 2026.

• “Air Force Affirms $400 Million Cost Estimate for Jet from Qatar.” Bloomberg, May 13, 2026.

• “Fertilizer Firm Eyes More Than $2.5 Billion Value in Oman IPO.” Bloomberg, May 14, 2026.

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• “GCC Interior Ministers Hold Emergency Meeting in Riyadh.” Asharq Al-Awsat, May 13, 2026.

• “Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps members’ infiltration plot targeting Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island.” Arab Times, May 12, 2026.

• “Iran expands Hormuz military zone in defiance of maritime law.” Gulf News, May 12, 2026.

• “Saudi FM arrives in Madrid on official visit.” Arab News, May 13, 2026.

• “MBS, UAE president discuss efforts to enhance regional security and stability.” Al Arabiya, May 13, 2026.

• “BDF: All services, units are at highest levels of readiness, full defensive preparedness.” Gulf Digital News, May 12, 2026.

• “GCC Games 2026 gets underway in Doha.” Qatar Tribune, May 11, 2026.

• “Oman, IMO discuss maritime security challenges in Hormuz.” Arab News, May 11, 2026.

• “CBSE Class 12 Results 2026: UAE Schools Record 100% Pass Rates, Top Scores and Distinctions Despite Regional Conflict.” Gulf News, May 13, 2026.

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• “Trump says US-Iran ceasefire on ‘life support’; Tehran demands end to war, asset release.” Gulf News, May 11, 2026.

• “Aramco profits hit three-year high with record quarterly jump.” AGBI, May 10, 2026.

• “QIA, General Atlantic seal a $500mn growth equity deal.” Gulf Times, May 11, 2026.

• “UAE Schools and Universities to Resume In-Person Classes from May 11, 2026: Ministry of Education Confirms Safe Return to Classrooms.” Gulf News, May 10, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia, Pakistan discuss mediation efforts aimed at ending Mideast crisis.” Arab News, May 11, 2026.

• “Dubai property sellers slashing millions off prices.” AGBI, May 11, 2026.

• “Qatar Airways expands network to the Americas.” Gulf Times, May 11, 2026.

• “Neighbourhood projects worth RO 446 million signed at Expo.” Oman Observer, May 10, 2026.

• “GCC backing and regulatory reforms driving Central Asia’s Islamic finance growth.” Arab News, May 11, 2026.

• “PM calls for faster progress on Kuwait’s development plans.” Kuwait Times, May 11, 2026.

Updates

• “Saudi Arabia, Kuwait Lift Curbs on U.S. Military Access to Bases, Airspace.” WSJ, May 7, 2026.

• “UAE denies involvement in Sudan airport attack.” Reuters, May 6, 2026.

• “Oil Loading Logjam at Crucial Oman Port Puts Flows Under Strain.” Bloomberg, May 7, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia Boosted Logistics Spending to Blunt Impact of War.” Bloomberg, May 7, 2026.

• “UniCredit agrees to sell parts of Russian bank to UAE investor.” Reuters, May 7, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia Sees $10 Billion Lift From Joining Bond Indexes.” Bloomberg, May 7, 2026.

• “Brookfield Bets on Dubai Real Estate, Defying War Concerns.” Bloomberg, May 7, 2026.

• “UAE AI Firm Anchors New Downtown Minneapolis Data Center.” Bloomberg, May 6, 2026.

• “Oman residents to pay lower electricity tariffs for summer 2026.” Khaleej News, May 3, 2026.

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• “Saudi Arabia reports $33.5B budget deficit in first quarter.” Investing. May 5, 2026.

• “UAE’s Fujairah says fire breaks out at petroleum complex after Iranian drone attack.” Reuters. May 4, 2026.

• “Saudi Crown Prince condemns Iranian attacks on UAE during call with MBZ.” Al Arabia. May 4, 2026.

• “US and Bahrain push UN-backed action for Hormuz as Washington seeks maritime coalition.” Reuters. May 5, 2026.

Updates

• “US Approves Nearly $9 Billion in Weapons Sales to Mideast States.” Bloomberg, May 1, 2026.

• “UAE Issues Missile Warning as Rising Tensions Risk US-Iran Truce.” Bloomberg, May 4, 2026.

• “Qatar Extends Force Majeure on LNG Supply Through Mid-June.” Bloomberg, May 4, 2026.

• “UAE accuses Iran of attacking empty ADNOC oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz.” Reuters. May 3, 2026.

• “Kuwait jails soldier for seven years over fake citizenship case.” Gulf News, May 04, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia touts new use for Neom port after Iran war.” Financial Times, May 05, 2026.

• “UAE Energy Minister: We will work with many countries in OPEC and OPEC+ on a bilateral basis.” Sky News Arabia. May 4, 2026.

Updates

• “Iran has sent a new negotiation proposal to US mediators via Pakistan.” Reuters. May 1, 2026.

• “Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks.” Reuters. April 30, 2026.

• “Gaza aid flotilla vessels taken to Crete after Israeli interception.” Aljazeera. May 1, 2026.

• “The United Arab Emirates has banned its citizens from traveling to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq.” CNN. April 30, 2026.

• “Bahrain king orders more citizenship revocations over ‘support’ for Iran attacks.” Anadolu Agency. May 1, 2026.

• “Pakistan has opened six land corridors to transport goods to Iran amid the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.” CNN. April 30, 2026.

• “Royal Decree Establishes Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in Muscat.” Oman News Agency. April 30, 2026.

Updates

• “Kuwait revokes journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin’s citizenship.” Middle East Eye, April 29, 2026.

• “Amazon says damaged UAE cloud region recovery to take several months.” Reuters, April 30, 2026.

• “UAE exit weakens OPEC+ power over oil market but group to stay together, sources say.” Reuters, April 28, 2026.

• “Rating firm Fitch sees no near-term impact of UAE exit from OPEC.” Reuters, April 30, 2026.

• “Saudi Economic Growth Slows as Iran War Hits Oil Exports.” Bloomberg, April 30, 2026.

• “Qatar real estate trading volume falls 5.7% week on week to $120.5m.” Arab News, April 30, 2026.

• “Exclusive / Abu Dhabi’s Orbitworks plans $1 billion spend on satellite expansion.” Semafor, April 30, 2026.

• “Qatar repackages incentives to attract non-energy activity.” Semafor, April 29, 2026.

• “Kuwait approves $242 million Shuwaikh Water Project.” Smart Water Magazine, April 30, 2026.

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• “UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says” Reuters. April 29, 2026.

• “Iran is expected to submit a revised peace proposal, sources say, after President Donald Trump indicated he would not accept an earlier version.” CNN. April 29, 2026.

• “Trump backs UAE’s decision to leave OPEC, says it will lower prices.” CBS News. April 29, 2026.

• “Kuwait has thwarted an attempt to smuggle half a million narcotic pills, following coordination with Lebanese authorities.” Al Arabiya. April 29, 2026.

• “Qatar Media Corporation launches a specialized economic channel under the name QBC.” Al Sarq. April 29, 2026.

Updates

• “UAE leaves OPEC in major blow to global oil producers’ group.” Reuters, April 28, 2026.

• “GCC summit in Jeddah discusses regional and international developments.” The National, April 28, 2026.

• “Idemitsu Maru tanker carrying Saudi oil crosses Strait of Hormuz.” Reuters, April 28, 2026.

• “Saudi Arabia may lower June oil prices to Asia from record levels.” Reuters, April 28, 2026.