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United Arab emirates

April 24, 2026

Tinubu condemns Iran’s war, backs Gulf states, calls for global peace 

“The world needs tranquillity, peace and love. We share that solidarity with all of you in that region,’’ Mr Tinubu said.

President Bola Tinubu at State House in Abuja
April 13, 2026

Ghana appoints ex-Real Madrid manager Carlos Queiroz as new Black Stars coach 

The appointment of Queiroz came almost two weeks after Otto Addo was sacked. 

Carlos Queiroz
April 10, 2026

World Bank, IMF to hold 2029 annual meeting in Abu Dhabi

The annual meetings bring together central bankers, ministers of finance and development, and private sector leaders.

World Bank and IMF
April 7, 2026

OPEC+ warns of cost of repairing energy assets in Middle East

The core of the OPEC+ group of oil producers has expressed concern over Iran’s attacks on energy infrastructure amid oil shortages persisting amid the war in the Middle East.

Oil assets in Middle East
March 23, 2026

Middle East Crisis: China urges U.S., Israel to stop military action

Analysts have said that if the war is prolonged, it could undermine global growth and weaken demand for Chinese exports.

Middle East crisis
March 21, 2026

UK, UAE, France, Germany, 18 others condemn Iran’s closure of Strait of Hormuz

The leaders urged Iran to immediately impose a comprehensive moratorium on attacks on civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas installations.

Strait of Hormuz
March 18, 2026

UAE calls on Iran to halt military attacks immediately

Iran has been attacking Gulf states since the start of the war around two and a half weeks ago, with the UAE coming under particularly heavy fire.

Iran’s airstrike on UAE facility
March 16, 2026

UAE, Saudi leaders discuss regional tensions, urge de-escalation

They underscored the importance of prioritising dialogue and diplomacy to address regional issues and preserve peace and security.

Flags of UAE, Saudi Arabia
March 11, 2026

Australia closes three diplomatic missions in Middle East 

Australia said more than 3,200 Australians have returned on 23 commercial flights as of Wednesday.

Australian Flag (Credit: National Museum of Australia)
March 9, 2026

Bahrain says dozens injured in Iranian drone attack on Sitra

The reported attack came amid escalating regional tensions after Iran launched a series of strikes across the Middle East over the past week.

Iranian drone attack on Bahrain