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European startups
from24/7 Wall St.
15 hours ago

Ripple (XRP) News: Ripple's New Middle East and Africa HQ Could Be a Big Win for XRP Adoption

Ripple has opened a new headquarters in Dubai, doubling its local team and enhancing XRP adoption in the Middle East and Africa.
European startups
from24/7 Wall St.
15 hours ago

Ripple (XRP) News: Ripple's New Middle East and Africa HQ Could Be a Big Win for XRP Adoption

Ripple has opened a new headquarters in Dubai, doubling its local team and enhancing XRP adoption in the Middle East and Africa.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
20 hours ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: From Connection to Collective Action

Digital rights emerged as a term around the Arab Spring, when the internet was still a fairly unregulated space, we were still trying to figure out the tech companies' policies, and force governments to look at the internet as a fundamental right like water and electricity.
Online Community Development
European startups
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Data center developer pauses Middle East projects after war damage

Data center investments in the Middle East are paused due to damage from Iranian attacks, impacting plans for AI and cloud infrastructure development.
#trump
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Vows No More Mr. Nice Guy' in 4 AM Iran Threat Featuring Image of Himself With Gun

Trump threatens Iran with aggressive rhetoric and an AI-generated image, emphasizing the need for a nonnuclear deal amid rising tensions.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Says High Oil Prices Worth It to Prevent Nuclear Holocaust In Europe'

Trump emphasizes the importance of preventing nuclear threats over concerns about high oil prices.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Teases Mystery Good News' To Reporters Gets Even More Mysterious When They Push

Trump hinted at positive developments regarding Iran but provided no specific details when pressed by reporters.
World news
fromAxios
1 week ago

Trump tells Axios he expects Iran deal "in a day or two"

Trump expresses optimism about a potential deal with Iran involving frozen funds and uranium stockpile.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Foe John Bolton Gives Thumbs Up to President's Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz

John Bolton praised Trump's naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its strategic importance against Iran.
Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Trump scolds Germany's Merz for criticism of Iran war

Trump defends the war on Iran as necessary to prevent nuclear threats, criticizing Germany's chancellor for opposing the military campaign.
#terrorism
World news
fromwww.caribbeanlife.com
1 week ago

Trinidad lists Hamas, Hezbollah as terror organizations. Freezes connected local assets Caribbean Life

Trinidad and Tobago designated Hezbollah, Hamas, and IRGC as terrorist organizations, freezing related assets and prompting concerns within the Islamic community.
#iran
fromTruthout
3 days ago
Germany news

Trump Administration Covering Up "Extensive" Damage Done to US Bases By Iran

World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Iran's top diplomat in Russia as Tehran intensifies efforts to end the war

Pakistan and Oman are working to prevent a US-Israel war on Iran while Iran seeks support for negotiations with Russia.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Iran's authorities project hardened stance with more talks on horizon

Iran shows reduced interest in US negotiations, emphasizing unity against concessions amid ongoing tensions.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Iran war: US wary of peace plan postponing nuclear deal

Trump questions Iran's sincerity in proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade.
Germany news
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Trump Administration Covering Up "Extensive" Damage Done to US Bases By Iran

Iranian strikes caused extensive damage to U.S. military assets, leading to significant repair costs and operational challenges in the Middle East.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Putin pledges support for Iran in talks with FM Araghchi

Putin expressed hope for peace in the Middle East and offered support to Iran amid ongoing conflicts.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Iran's top diplomat in Russia as Tehran intensifies efforts to end the war

Pakistan and Oman are working to prevent a US-Israel war on Iran while Iran seeks support for negotiations with Russia.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Iran's authorities project hardened stance with more talks on horizon

Iran shows reduced interest in US negotiations, emphasizing unity against concessions amid ongoing tensions.
#us-iran-relations
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks but claims he won't rush Iran deal

Donald Trump has ordered military action against Iranian boats and extended the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Kudlow Marvels At Latest Reporting on Trump-Iran Negotiations: Nobody's on a Plane to Pakistan?!'

The future of U.S.-Iran peace talks remains uncertain amid ceasefire extensions and Iran's indecision on negotiations.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

US is being humiliated' by Iran's leadership, says Friedrich Merz

The US is perceived as being outmaneuvered by Iran in negotiations, leading to humiliation and a deepening rift with NATO allies.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Iran war: Trump cancels envoys' trip to Islamabad

Donald Trump stated he does not want US officials to engage in unproductive talks in Islamabad amid stalled US-Iran negotiations.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Iran war: Trump cancels envoys' trip to Islamabad

Donald Trump canceled US participation in talks with Iran, stating officials should not travel to discuss unproductive matters.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks but claims he won't rush Iran deal

Donald Trump has ordered military action against Iranian boats and extended the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Kudlow Marvels At Latest Reporting on Trump-Iran Negotiations: Nobody's on a Plane to Pakistan?!'

The future of U.S.-Iran peace talks remains uncertain amid ceasefire extensions and Iran's indecision on negotiations.
Real estate
fromElite Traveler
5 days ago

Move Over Monaco: The Superyacht Hotspots of 2026 Have Been Revealed

Global superyacht sales surged 70% in 2025, with American buyers driving the market and shifting docking preferences towards the Middle East.
World news
fromFortune
6 days ago

Top oil analyst guarantees that the next few months 'will be an ongoing, absolute disaster' even if the Strait of Hormuz opens tomorrow | Fortune

Oil futures are disconnected from physical market realities, leading to an imminent reckoning as supply chains break down.
World news
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Trump's Truth Social Posts Upended Iran War Negotiations - Report

The USS George H.W. Bush's arrival marks the first time three US carriers are in the Middle East since the Iraq War.
#us-military
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

With the US-Iran ceasefire about to expire, could Trump put boots on the ground?

The likelihood of a US ground invasion in Iran is increasing as military forces are deployed amid a fragile ceasefire.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

With the US-Iran ceasefire about to expire, could Trump put boots on the ground?

The likelihood of a US ground invasion in Iran is increasing as military forces are deployed amid a fragile ceasefire.
#eu-summit
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago
Europe news

Lebanon ought be part of peace deal, EU's von der Leyen says

EU leaders emphasize the need for a comprehensive peace deal in the Middle East that includes Lebanon's stability and sovereignty.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Europe news

EU set to sign off 90bn loan for Ukraine and fresh Russia sanctions Europe live

EU leaders will discuss the Middle East, the next budget, and unblock a loan for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Lebanon ought be part of peace deal, EU's von der Leyen says

EU leaders emphasize the need for a comprehensive peace deal in the Middle East that includes Lebanon's stability and sovereignty.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

EU set to sign off 90bn loan for Ukraine and fresh Russia sanctions Europe live

EU leaders will discuss the Middle East, the next budget, and unblock a loan for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
#israel
fromTruthout
1 week ago
France politics

Netanyahu Says Israel Is Refuge for Christians After Soldier Hammers Jesus Statue in the Face

World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump says Israel and Lebanon to hold talks Thursday; US hits Iran's oil sector with new sanctions

Israel and Lebanon leaders will hold talks after decades, with a ceasefire potentially announced soon amid US diplomatic efforts.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Some Israelis welcome the ceasefire - others say not so fast

Many Israelis feel a ceasefire with Iran is premature and advocate for a more aggressive approach to eliminate the Iranian threat.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for three weeks, as announced by President Trump after a White House meeting.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
France politics

Netanyahu Says Israel Is Refuge for Christians After Soldier Hammers Jesus Statue in the Face

France politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox's Yingst Says Israeli Officials Believe Lebanon Could Join the Abraham Accords

Israeli officials are optimistic about Lebanon potentially joining the Abraham Accords amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump says Israel and Lebanon to hold talks Thursday; US hits Iran's oil sector with new sanctions

Israel and Lebanon leaders will hold talks after decades, with a ceasefire potentially announced soon amid US diplomatic efforts.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Some Israelis welcome the ceasefire - others say not so fast

Many Israelis feel a ceasefire with Iran is premature and advocate for a more aggressive approach to eliminate the Iranian threat.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

EU leaders to discuss Iran, Ukraine at Cyprus summit

EU leaders are addressing geopolitical challenges, focusing on Ukraine's support and Middle East tensions, including the Iran-Israel conflict.
#oil-prices
#hotel-openings
Berlin
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

The Best New Hotels in Africa and the Middle East: 2026 Hot List

The article highlights the best new hotel openings in Africa and the Middle East over the past year.
Berlin
fromCN Traveller
2 years ago

The best new hotels in the Middle East and Africa: 2026 Hot List

The article highlights the best new hotel openings in the Middle East and Africa over the past year.
Berlin
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

The Best New Hotels in Africa and the Middle East: 2026 Hot List

The article highlights the best new hotel openings in Africa and the Middle East over the past year.
Berlin
fromCN Traveller
2 years ago

The best new hotels in the Middle East and Africa: 2026 Hot List

The article highlights the best new hotel openings in the Middle East and Africa over the past year.
World news
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Wave of US jets spotted near Middle East as Iran war theories swirl

US Air Force jets are moving towards Saudi Arabia amid a fragile ceasefire with Iran, signaling potential military escalation.
#peace-talks
World politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Marc Champion: Logic demands a deal on Iran, but will Donald Trump's?fantasies allow one?

Delusion in Washington and division in Tehran are hindering peace talks in the Middle East.
World politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Marc Champion: Logic demands a deal on Iran, but will Donald Trump's?fantasies allow one?

Delusion in Washington and division in Tehran are hindering peace talks in the Middle East.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

EU foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East Europe live

EU foreign ministers are discussing Ukraine, Russia, and the Middle East, focusing on the Druzbha pipeline and Israel's actions.
Humor
fromWIRED
1 week ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

UAE reports dismantling of Iran-linked terror' cell

The UAE arrested members of an Iran-linked group accused of plotting terrorist acts amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Megyn Kelly Shreds Trump With Snark Praise Over Strait Deal

Megyn Kelly criticized Trump for misrepresenting the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, which was already open before the war.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany news: Iran war not causing migration wave Dobrindt

We are not currently seeing increased migration pressure. At present, we are seeing high levels of internal migration in both countries, but we are not yet detecting pressure on the Turkish border.
Germany news
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago

Bitcoin Hits $78,348 as Strait of Hormuz Reopening Ignites Global Relief Rally

Bitcoin surged past $78,000, reaching an intraday high of $78,348 due to geopolitical developments and market reactions.
#pakistan
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Can Pakistan secure Iran-US nuclear compromise, as Trump says deal close'?

Pakistan's prime minister visits Middle Eastern nations while Trump hints at a potential deal with Iran and a visit to Islamabad.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

How the US-Iran talks in Islamabad unfolded

Pakistan's strategic ties facilitated crucial ceasefire talks between the US and Iran on its soil amid heightened security measures.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Can Pakistan secure Iran-US nuclear compromise, as Trump says deal close'?

Pakistan's prime minister visits Middle Eastern nations while Trump hints at a potential deal with Iran and a visit to Islamabad.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

How the US-Iran talks in Islamabad unfolded

Pakistan's strategic ties facilitated crucial ceasefire talks between the US and Iran on its soil amid heightened security measures.
France politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Leaders urge for restraint as 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect

A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has begun, pausing hostilities and raising hopes for further negotiations.
World news
fromHarper's Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Twisted Rhetoric of Mark Carney, by John R. MacArthur

Canada's support for aggression against Iran contradicts its previous stance on international law and middle power diplomacy.
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Christian satellite TV has broadcast evangelical faith - and end-times prophecies - into Iran for decades

Christian television channels produced in the United States and Europe have made their way into Iranian homes, echoing apocalyptic ideas from American figures promoting the war. These broadcasts became tools for spreading messages to Christians and potential converts, positioning the region at the center of a long-running 'faith war.'
Philosophy
World politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

How no nation is 'energy independent' from the Iran war and the Strait of Hormuz closure | Fortune

Marine traffic from the Middle East has significantly decreased due to U.S. blockades, impacting global oil prices despite U.S. energy independence claims.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Chief Grilled on Gas Prices By Fox News Reporter at Briefing: Doesn't Sound Like We'll Get $3 Gas By Summer'

$3-a-gallon gas by summer is uncertain; optimism exists for a price drop between June and September.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany, UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine

Deescalation in the Middle East is crucial to maintain focus and support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Why has Italy's Giorgia Meloni suspended a defence pact with Israel?

Italy's decision to suspend a defense agreement with Israel reflects deep unease over its longtime ally's actions in the Middle East, marking an unprecedented move by the Italian government.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Even the neocons have turned against wars in the Middle East | Owen Jones

The threat of terrorism from the Middle East was a consequence of American involvement, not the reason for it. If the US had not been involved since the 1940s, Islamic militants would have little interest in attacking it.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

It's Over': Maria Bartiromo Says Trump Told Her the War Is Done

I just left the president, Bartiromo said in a video posted on X after she left the White House. It was a great interview. He said a lot about the economy, about the Iran war, about NATO.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

After losing loved ones, an Israeli and a Palestinian work together for Middle East peace

"I lost my parents on Oct. 7, but I won a brother. And for me, it's not a partnership, it's not a friendship, it's a brotherhood."
World politics
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Detention of journalist in Kuwait raises questions about crackdown on freedom of speech

The detention of journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin raises concerns about freedom of speech in the Middle East amid the US-Israel war with Iran.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Chris Mason: How Lammy and Vance's unlikely friendship is being leveraged

David Lammy's relationship with US officials is leveraged for discussions on international conflicts despite ongoing tensions with Donald Trump.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Why Ukraine's drone defense playbook may not fully translate for countries facing Iranian threats in the Middle East

The US and allies face a drone threat in the Middle East, requiring different defense strategies than those used in Ukraine.
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