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The UN’s nuclear watchdog will today hold an emergency meeting after the US launched strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran. Gulf countries and Iraq are monitoring radiation levels in the region as the conflict escalates. Meanwhile, Israel is dealing with the aftermath of retaliatory strikes from Iran. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Timeline: How Iran nuclear stand-off escalated into...

Iran's Foreign Minister has confirmed he will travel to Geneva today. What we know about Israel's nuclear weapons programme. An Assad-era military figure seeks support from Iran. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to head to Geneva for talks with European ministers Confusion over Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant after mixed messages from Israel on...

Iran says it won’t surrender to US threats. The National tours Hezbollah infrastructure in Lebanon. Algerian gang leaders are convicted over smuggling migrants into France. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Khamenei says Iran won't surrender and warns Trump of 'irreparable' damage if US joins Israel war Algerian ringleaders of smuggling gang convicted over cramming migrants into lorries...

Neighbours of Iran and Israel are denouncing the conflict. The G7 summit closes out. The UAE Coast Guard evacuates crew after a tanker collision in the Gulf of Oman . On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Regional governments on high alert to de-escalate Israel-Iran conflict Israel-Iran conflict dominates G7 summit in Canada as Donald Trump leaves early UAE Coast Guard rescues 24 crew member...

Death tolls in both Iran and Israel continue to climb. Israel ’s move to cancel a waiver that allows Israeli banks to transact with their Palestinian counterparts risks the emergence of a black market. The four main Israeli company stands at the Paris Airshow have been shut down by organisers on the opening day, according to Israel's defence ministry. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Wh...

Conflict between Iran and Israel is escalating. Oil prices spiked and stocks fell in reaction to developments in the Middle East. Activists trying to break through to Gaza are resisting Egypt’s attempts to block them. On today’s episode of Trending Middle East: Oil prices spike as Iran strikes back at Israel What Iran's next potential move will mean for energy security Egypt puts military on high...

Tension is escalating in the Middle East after the UN’s nuclear watchdog found Iran in breach of its non-proliferation obligations. Hundreds were killed in a plane crash in India. Activists heading to Gaza through Egypt are facing arrest and deportation.  On today's episode of Trending Middle East: UN nuclear watchdog finds Iran in breach of non-proliferation duties Timeline: Diplomacy and confron...

Israeli and Palestinian banks are no longer able to work together. A new Syrian dress code is drawing mixed reactions. The US and China say they have agreed to a plan for de-escalating trade tensions. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Bezalel Smotrich blocks Israeli and Palestinian banks from working together Syria tells women to dress modestly on public beaches A fragile truce reached d...

The UK sanctioned two senior members of the Israeli Cabinet. Iran says it could strike back in the event of an Israeli attack. A candidate for New York City mayor could become the first Muslim to hold the office. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israeli hardliners Ben-Gvir and Smotrich targeted in UK-led sanctions Iran warns Israel it has intelligence to respond to an attack on nuclear...

The UN’s nuclear watchdog has accused Iran of concealing three nuclear sites in the early 2000s. There’s new fighting in Gaza, now between Hamas and an Israel-backed gang in the south of the strip. A Lebanese official has denied reports that Israel and the United States have agreed to end Unifil. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Iran operated three secret nuclear sites until early 2000s...

Aid distribution points run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation are set to reopen today following a temporary closure. There’s a new rift in Israel that’s threatening to collapse the government. Iran is rejecting a recent nuclear deal proposal from the Trump administration. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Gaza aid sites run by US and Israel-backed group closed after bloodshed Iran's su...

There has been more deadly violence near an aid distribution site in Gaza. Syria has recruited half of its planned national army. The Hajj pilgrimage begins today. On this morning's episode of Trending Middle East: At least 27 killed and 90 injured near Gaza aid distribution centre in Rafah UN calls for investigation into Palestinian deaths near Gaza aid site as Israel pushes back Syria has recrui...

Hamas says it’s ready to begin indirect talks on “points of contention” in a US ceasefire proposal. Iran and Egypt are in talks in Cairo. Emirates airline will resume flights to Damascus next month. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Iran makes nuclear peace pledge in 'fruitful' talks with Egypt and IAEA Hamas says it is ready for indirect Gaza truce talks to resolve 'points of contention...

Aid handouts in Gaza are under new scrutiny after a deadly shooting. The US has sent Iran a proposal for a nuclear deal. Saudi Arabia and Qatar are offering financial support to state employees in Syria. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: 'This is an ambush': Gazans walk into gunfire at US-backed food banks Iran's Araghchi says nuclear programme within framework of agreements in call with...

Israel has approved 22 more settlements in the occupied West Bank . Authorities in Saudi Arabia are making arrests for abetting unauthorised pilgrimages this Hajj season. Syria has signed billions of dollars worth of energy deals with international companies led by the Qatari UCC Holding. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israel approves 22 West Bank settlements in major blow to prospect...

Israel launched strikes on Yemen on Wednesday, a day after Houthi militants fired several missiles towards it. Pro-government militias have killed six people in an attack on a tribal farming community in Syria. British broadcaster Piers Morgan has called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to allow international journalists into Gaza , and Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam says normali...

The US-Israeli Gaza Humanitarian Foundation said it started distributing aid. Iraq 's Oil Ministry is suing the semi-autonomous Kurdish region . Negotiations in Cairo and Doha for a Gaza ceasefire are "not leading" to a deal yet. On this episode of Trending Middle East: US-backed Gaza aid foundation is distraction from what is really needed, UN says Head of US-Israeli aid agency for Gaza resigns o...

Syria is about to overhaul its financial system. Palestinian residents, activists and journalists were the targets of attacks by extremist Israelis in Jerusalem yesterday. Nuclear talks between the US and Iran appear to have reached a stalemate, but are expected to continue. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Golden window: Syria to overhaul financial system after sanctions relief, says c...

Voters in southern Lebanon cast their ballots on Saturday in municipal elections. UNRWA said that at least 500-600 aid lorries are needed every day in Gaza. An Iraqi filmmaker made history with a win at the Cannes Film Festival over the weekend. On this episode of Trending Middle East: South Lebanon voters defy Israeli bombings to vote in region’s first elections for years First Iraqi director at...

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday he has no interest in being re-elected. A doctor describes the horrendous state of children in Gaza. Abu Dhabi artificial intelligence company G42 has teamed up with tech giants on Stargate UAE. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Turkey's Erdogan says he has 'no interest in being re-elected' 'Skeletons draped in skin': Doctor describ...

Iran says it has opened “indirect” communications with the new regime in Syria . Israeli protesters are attempting to block aid deliveries to Gaza through the Karam Abu Salem crossing. US President Donald Trump has selected a design for America's Golden Dome missile defence shield. On this episode of Trending Middle East: Iran talking 'indirectly' to new Syrian regime Israeli civilians try to stop...

The UK announced sanctions against prominent settlers in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday. The European Union announced on Tuesday it would begin lifting sanctions on Syria . The UN's leading humanitarian affairs official has warned that 14,000 babies in Gaza are at risk of death. On this episode of Trending Middle East: EU begins lifting sanctions on Syria UK ends Israel trade talks after 'indef...

Aid is once again entering Gaza but with Israeli-imposed limitations. Syrian security troops have begun operations to “eradicate” ISIS from urban centres. Egypt has repatriated ancient artefacts from Australia . On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Netanyahu says Israel will control all of Gaza while allowing 'minimal' aid Syria cracks down on ISIS as authorities seek closer US ties Austral...

Gaza ceasefire talks are continuing in Qatar. The Prime Minister of Libya 's UN-backed government has told armed groups to "stand with the state”. Armed groups in Syria who have not joined state ranks have been given 10 days to do so. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Gaza talks focus on plan for 70-day truce and the release of up to nine hostages 'Stand with the state', Libya Prime Mini...

Donald Trump is wrapping his visit in the UAE today; he arrived in Abu Dhabi yesterday, becoming the second serving US president to visit the country. Turkish-hosted talks to end the conflict in Ukraine appeared uncertain on Thursday. Israel's army stepped up attacks on Gaza. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Sheikh Mohamed vows to work with Trump on advancing peace US President Donald T...