U.S. and Saudi Arabia Finalize $600 Billion Deal, Largest Bilateral Commercial Pact in America’s History
The White House confirmed on May 13, 2025, that the U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a $600 billion economic and...
May 13, 2025Section
Middle East
Qatar’s Luxury 747 to Trump Tests Legal Limits of Presidential Gifts
The Trump administration finalized plans to accept a Boeing 747-8 aircraft from Qatar’s royal family, valued at $400 million, for...
May 12, 2025
Druze Caught in Syria’s Southern Conflict as Israel Seeks Buffer State
According to multiple news sources Israel carried out several airstrikes in southern Syria between April 30 and May 3. Analysis...
May 7, 2025
Trump’s Iranian Oil Ultimatum Puts $110 Billion China Trade at Risk
President Donald Trump announced on May 1 that he would impose immediate secondary sanctions on any country or entity. Analysis...
May 2, 2025
Trump Readies Massive $100 Billion Arms Deal for Saudi Arabia, Reshaping U.S. Defense Ties
The United States plans to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth well over $100 billion, with an announcement likely...
April 25, 2025
U.S. Strikes on Yemen’s Oil Port Kill 38, Sever Houthi Financial Lifeline
US airstrikes on Yemen’s Ras Isa oil port killed at least 38 and injured over 100, according to Houthi sources....
April 18, 2025
Turkey’s Central Bank Surprises Markets With Aggressive Rate Hike Amid Political and Economic Strains
Turkey’s central bank raised its key interest rate from 42.5% to 46% on April 17, 2025, ending a three-month cycle...
April 17, 2025
A Delicate Dance in Muscat: U.S. and Iran Face Off in High-Stakes Nuclear Talks
(Analysis) As twilight descends over the Gulf of Oman, Muscat finds itself at the center of a diplomatic crossroads that...
April 12, 2025
Saudi Arabia Seeks Key Role in European-Led Global Fighter Jet Initiative
Saudi Arabia is exploring a partnership with Japan, Italy, and the United Kingdom to develop a next-generation fighter jet under...
April 2, 2025