Middle East Experience

KNOW COMMENT: Israelis are determined to withstand ugly narratives of delegitimization that are crashing like tidal waves, and the resultant international dictates meant to weaken the Jewish state.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Depression or determination? Choosing between two clashing narratives about Israel

Iran said Friday that continued US sanctions on its trade partners will not alter its policy, after President Donald Trump threatened to penalise countries or individuals dealing in Iranian oil."The continuation of these illegal behaviours will not change Iran's logical, legitimate and international law-based positions," a foreign ministry statement said, condemning what it called "pressure on Iran's trade and economic partners".It added that such sanctions have created "deep suspicion and mistrust about the seriousness of America on the path of diplomacy".
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Iran says US sanctions 'will not change' policy after Trump warnings

The United Arab Emirates endured its hottest April on record with an average daily high of 42.6 degrees Celsius (108.7 Fahrenheit), the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) said.That topped the average daily high of 42.2 Celsius (108 Fahrenheit) recorded in April 2017, said the centre, which has been keeping comprehensive figures since 2003.The oil-rich Gulf state has been gripped by a heatwave for several days that has prompted authorities to warn residents to drink plenty of fluids and avoid work outdoors during the hottest part of the day.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: UAE had hottest April on record: met office

As threats mount and talks face delays, Iran spots fresh openings — including the ouster of Mike Waltz as national security adviser.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: What lies ahead for Iran nuclear talks as meeting postponed, threats ratchet up?

Around 1,000 residents a day were added to Dubai population in Q1 2025 and they need somewhere to live…
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Soaring population increases Dubai real estate demand

UAE and Saudi tax updates; Dubai viral chocolate maker interview, May petrol prices revealed, Trump Tower coming to Sheikh Zayed Road and more news stories
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: UAE tax rule; May petrol prices revealed; Trump Tower in Dubai; Viral chocolate maker speaks out – 10 things you missed this week

An Illinois man was sentenced to 53 years in prison on Friday for the murder of a six-year-old Palestinian-American boy in an attack deemed an anti-Muslim hate crime linked to the Israel-Hamas war.Joseph Czuba, 73, was convicted in February of fatally stabbing Wadea Al-Fayoumi and attacking the boy's mother, Hanan Shaheen.Czuba was the family's landlord and the attack took place a week after the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Murderer of Palestinian-American boy sentenced to 53 years

UAE and Greece have seen non-oil trade increase by more than 80 per cent in the past five years
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: UAE and Greece look to boost ties as non-oil trade soars past 0m

Dubai Police adds custom Rolls Royce to supercar fleet
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai Police add custom Rolls-Royce to supercar fleet

Dubai Police to be rezoned into urban and rural areas amid planning and security upgrade
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai announces major new zoning rules