UAE exit signals OPEC’s declining grip on oil markets
Chris Weafer says the UAE’s OPEC exit leaves the organisation less influential on global oil pricing.
UN chief calls for immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest
Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest The move comes as part of a larger prisoner pardon tied to a Buddhist religious holiday. Save Aung San…
Lebanese girl mourns paramedic father killed in Israeli strike
A young girl in Lebanon joined hundreds mourning her father, one of three paramedics killed in an Israeli attack.
From railways to energy — five strategic projects linking Gulf states
Economy From railways to energy — five strategic projects linking Gulf states In the face of worsening geopolitical tensions, Gulf nations are resuming cooperative projects aimed to mitigate risks Save…
Iran, protests, human rights – all to know about the 76th FIFA Congress
EXPLAINER Iran, protests, human rights – all to know about the 76th FIFA Congress The pre-World Cup congress will be headlined by geopolitical tensions, human rights concerns and logistical issues.…
Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding, while league appoints new chairman
Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding, while league appoints new chairman League says it wants to move towards an investment model involving multiple partners and team franchises. Save LIV…
Africa and Asia back Infantino for unique fourth term as FIFA president
Africa and Asia back Infantino for unique fourth term as FIFA president Confederations back Gianni Infantino’s run in 2027 head of football’s global governing body. Save FIFA President Gianni Infantino,…
Has the US Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act – and how?
EXPLAINER Has the US Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act – and how? The ruling, deemed a ‘big win’ by Trump, will result in redistricting in Louisiana, but it…
Indonesian soldiers accused of acid attack. What happened and why?
EXPLAINER Indonesian soldiers accused of acid attack. What happened and why? Analysts say the attack is part of a wider pattern of repression amid concerns over the growing role of…