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Trump calls off strikes on Iran at request of Gulf allies, amid ‘serious’ talks

The US president says he has instructed the military to prepare for strikes ‘on a moment’s notice’ in case of no agreement.

Evening Standard

Trump says holding off on Iran attack at request of Gulf leaders

President Donald Trump announced on social media Monday that a planned military strike on Iran, scheduled for Tuesday, has been postponed. He stated that efforts to reach a deal are ongoing, but the United States is prepared to resume attacks if an agreement is not achieved.

The Economic Times

As the 2026 Hurricane Season Approaches, National Floors Direct Explores the Rise of Storm-Resilient Flooring Options

With NOAA set to release its 2026 outlook on May 21 and preseason forecasts pointing to between 12 and 20 named storms, U.S. households in hurricane-prone markets are increasingly factoring waterproof and resilient flooring into their pre-season preparedness plans.

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The Strait of Hormuz Now Has Its Own Social Media Account as Iran Turns Tensions Into a Digital War

An X account using the handle @PGSA_IRAN and the display name tied to the Hormuz Gulf appeared Monday as tensions over the waterway remained at the center of the standoff between Iran and the United States

Latin Times

'Dangerous escalation': India expresses deep concern after drone strikes target Barakah nuclear facility in UAE

India on Monday expressed deep concern after a drone attack targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE, calling it a “dangerous escalation” amid rising Gulf tensions. The Ministry of External Affairs said such attacks were unacceptable and urged restraint, dialogue and diplomacy.

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian shares slip, oil prices pile pressure on bonds

Asian markets declined Monday. Drone attacks in the Gulf boosted oil prices and bond yields. Investors anticipate Nvidia's earnings report this week, which could impact the AI boom. G7 finance ministers are meeting to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and raw material supplies. High energy costs are driving inflation concerns…

The Economic Times

Iran’s next move after blocking Hormuz? Tehran is now eyeing the Gulf’s hidden arteries

Iran’s widening war with the US and much of the Middle East appears to be entering a new phase. After using the Strait of Hormuz as leverage during months of military escalation, Tehran is now signalling that it could target another critical global chokepoint: the vast network of subsea internet…

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US Lets Russia Oil Sanctions Waiver End Despite Surging Prices Due To Iran War

The previous waiver was described by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as a measure to stabilize energy markets in the aftermath of the Gulf war.

International Business Times

How Iran could fight a shadow war with US for months after Operation Epic Fury failed to destroy missiles

Experts say Iran still has several strategies it can use if war with the US resumes

The Independent UK

Iran plans new Hormuz transit mechanism, says only cooperating nations will benefit

Iran is introducing a new system for the Strait of Hormuz. Commercial ships and nations cooperating with Tehran will receive priority passage. Specialized services will incur fees. This move comes amid rising Gulf tensions and concerns over global energy supplies. Several oil and gas carriers are already transiting the vital…

The Economic Times

As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet

The Israel-UAE alliance, typically discreet, was exposed by revelations of Iron Dome deployment and a secret Netanyahu visit, prompting a UAE denial. This highlights regional sensitivities to public ties with Israel, especially amid the Iran war and Gaza conflict, as Gulf states prefer to downplay such partnerships.

The Economic Times

UAE Plans to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz to Export Oil Via the Gulf of Oman with an Ingenious Unexpected Plan

The UAE is expediting its oil pipeline expansion to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, enhancing export capacity and energy security amid regional tensions threatening global energy corridors.

International Business Times UK

W&T Offshore Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

W&T Offshore (NYSE:WTI) reported first-quarter 2026 results that management said met or exceeded guidance across several operational and financial measures, helped by steady production, higher realized pricing and lower operating costs. Chairman and CEO Tracy Krohn told investors the Gulf of Me

MarketBeat

How the Mideast war brought UAE, Israel closer together

After facing barrages of Iranian missiles that threatened its economic future, the UAE has moved closer to Israel, widening a split with ally-turned-rival Saudi Arabia and placing it in defiant opposition to Tehran. But its closer cooperation with Israel risks further antagonising Iran, which the UAE views as its biggest…

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The Times of India

Not Our War: Behind closed doors, UAE urged Gulf action against Iran, Saudis refused - report

The UAE sought a joint military response from Gulf nations against Iran after Tehran's attacks, but Saudi Arabia and Qatar refused, citing it as "not their war." This disagreement strained UAE ties with its neighbors and contributed to Abu Dhabi's growing frustration with regional partners.

The Economic Times

Hormuz not blocked by Iran, 'unprovoked aggression' by US, Israel led to it: Russian FM Lavrov

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov pointed to US and Israeli actions as the cause of the Gulf crisis. He stated Iran did not block the Strait of Hormuz. Lavrov proposed regional security talks involving Iran and Arab nations. He suggested India could mediate between Iran and the US for long-term…

The Economic Times

PM Modi in UAE: India signs defence, gas supply and strategic oil reserves pacts with Abu Dhabi

India and the United Arab Emirates forged new ties on Friday. Key agreements were signed in defence cooperation, energy security, and infrastructure investment. The UAE committed $5 billion to Indian infrastructure and financial institutions. These pacts were finalized during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Gulf nation.

The Economic Times

Pakistan is shaping up an idea that can worry India

Pakistan is pushing a proposed “Islamic NATO” with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey and Pakistan, aiming to build a regional defence bloc that reduces reliance on external powers. If it takes shape, it could reshape West Asian security dynamics and add fresh strategic concerns for India, particularly due to Pakistan’s central…

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How severe has the economic impact of the Iran war been for the Gulf states?

The US and Israel’s war on Iran has cast a long shadow over the Gulf. It has placed many of the economies that make up the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regional grouping – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia – under substantial strain.

The Independent UK

Netanyahu says he secretly visited UAE during war with Iran

The Gulf nation has strengthened its relationships with the United States and Israel after coming under attack from Iran

Euronews

UAE denies Netanyahu office's claim of secret wartime visit as Iran dubs it 'unforgivable'

The UAE denied Netanyahu's office's claim of a secret wartime visit, as Tehran threatened those "colluding with Israel".

The Times of India

‘Entirely unfounded’: UAE denies reports of secret visit by Israel PM Netanyahu during Iran conflict

The UAE has officially denied reports of a secret visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or an Israeli military delegation during the recent Israel-Iran conflict. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that all UAE-Israel ties are transparent under the Abraham Accords, dismissing claims of unannounced arrangements.

The Guardian - UK

The UAE tries hard to keep its reputation spotless. But with the war in Sudan, how can it?

Outrage is mounting about the Gulf country’s complicity in Sudan’s catastrophic civil war – and it might be starting to hit them where it hurts, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik

The Times of India

Patience as power: How Beijing turned America's Iran war into a Taiwan strategy

While the US and Israel engaged in conflict with Iran, China quietly leveraged the situation to expand its influence. By positioning itself as a diplomatic alternative and stabilizing energy supplies, Beijing benefited from a weakened American strategic position and growing uncertainty about US reliability among allies.

The Economic Times

Fire or ice: Why a ceasefire in the Gulf cannot hold

As the specter of renewed conflict between the US and Iran looms, the Strait of Hormuz stands at the center of this brewing storm. A fresh clash could erupt, either plunging the world into a major wartime scenario or extending a tense cold war. The repercussions could be drastic, disrupting…

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