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“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.