US-Iran peace talks advance, Lebanon remains sticking point and Qatar gas plant explosion
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, US and Iranian negotiators agree on a roadmap towards a final peace agreement after their first...
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World Cup round-up: Egypt make history with first win, Morocco flying and Iraq face France tonight
Egypt made history in Vancouver, beating New Zealand 3-1 to record their first World Cup win, 92 years after becoming the first African and...
World Cup round-up: Qatar crushed 6-0 by Canada, Mexico through to knockouts and Morocco return to action
Qatar's World Cup campaign suffered a heavy blow overnight, losing 6-0 to Canada in Vancouver after two red cards left them chasing the matc...
US-Iran talks delayed, Israel seizes land and UAE tightens social media rules
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, negotiations to turn this week’s US-Iran agreement into a lasting peace deal are delayed after S...
US-Iran pact signed, Lebanon unresolved and Khamenei's funeral
In today's episode of Trending Middle East, the US and Iran formally sign an interim agreement aimed at ending the war and reopening the Str...
World Cup round-up: England thrill, Ronaldo struggles and Qatar face Canada tonight
England beat Croatia 4-2 in Dallas in a match that had everything. Harry Kane scored twice, drawing level with Gary Lineker as England's top...
World Cup round-up: Messi hat-trick, Iraq's return and Jordan's debut before England kick off tonight
Lionel Messi marked his 200th international appearance and sixth World Cup with a hat-trick, as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City. H...
US-Iran deal incentives revealed and Lebanon's future remain uncertain
In today's episode of Trending Middle East, we look at the details of the proposed US-Iran agreement, with reports suggesting Tehran could r...
First ships cross Strait of Hormuz blockade line and Israel strikes south Lebanon
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the first Iranian vessels pass the US blockade line without incident, providing an early test of...
World Cup round-up: Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran all draw, with Iraq, Algeria and Jordan to kick off next
The first major shock of the 2026 World Cup arrived last night. Cape Verde, playing in their first World Cup, held Spain to a goalless draw....
World leaders support US-Iran deal, Israel strikes Beirut and UAE launches AI authority
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, attention turns to implementation after the US and Iran announced a peace agreement and the reop...
World Cup round-up: Tunisia thrashed, Iran reach Los Angeles and Egypt & Saudi Arabia kick-off tonight
Tunisia suffered one of the heaviest defeats of the opening round, losing 5-1 to Sweden in Monterrey, in a damaging start to their World Cup...
Trump says Iran deal is close, Emaar unveils megaproject and World Bank cuts Gulf outlook
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, President Donald Trump says the US has reached a “great settlement” with Iran and that a formal...
World Cup round-up: Three red cards and a host nation off to a flying start
The 2026 Fifa World Cup opened with a result, record and refereeing performance nobody will forget quickly. Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 at...
World Cup 2026: Daily round-up trailer
The Fifa World Cup 2026 is here, and Trending Middle East is covering every match day. Join sports journalist Mina Rzouki for your daily mor...
US-Iran strikes escalate, Dubai launches longevity authority and UAE businessman supports crash victims
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the US has carried out a second consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while President Donald Tru...
Iran and US exchange strikes, Israel orders residents to leave Tyre, and new rules for Dubai visa
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Iran says it launched attacks on US military targets across the region in response to American s...
Violence grips Lebanon, Houthis issue Red Sea threat and Etihad predicts summer recovery
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Iran and Israel halt attacks against each other after the heaviest exchange of strikes in weeks,...
Israel and Iran exchange attacks, regional airspace closures and Trump seeks to calm tensions
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, a fragile regional ceasefire comes under renewed pressure after Israel launches strikes across I...
Lebanon truce faces hurdles, UAE tightens wage rules and Dubai launches SME initiative
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the latest ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel faces an early test as Iran and Hezbollah insist...