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Tropical Storm Isaias heads toward Gulf Coast, could become hurricane as Florida declares emergency: All you need to know

Tropical Storm Isaias has emerged in the Gulf of Mexico and may develop into a hurricane soon. The storm is currently about 580 miles from the Mississippi River and has maximum winds of 40 mph. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in 25 counties to help…

The Economic Times · 4h ago

Inside the Gulf’s Emerging Secondaries Market: A New Route to Liquidity

As global and regional liquidity tightens, a nascent Gulf secondary market is giving investors, founders, and early backers a new route to monetisation

Fortune · 5h ago

Saudi’s economic transformation collides with war and falling FDI

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

Fortune · 5h ago

Yemen is spiralling into another civil war that could swiftly engulf in the entire region

The Middle East has seen many explosions of violence in recent years. But while the US-Iran war has grabbed the headlines this year, the rapidly escalating conflict between the Houthis and Yemen’s internationally recognised government and Saudi Arabia risks becoming just as consequential for the region.

The Conversation · 12h ago

Tropical depression in Gulf predicted to be Atlantic season’s first hurricane

First hurricane of the season has not formed this late since 1905 as scientists say possible US landfall on Saturday

The Guardian - US · 16h ago

Air India Express winter schedule brings 40+ new routes, more Gulf and Southeast Asia flights

Air India Express is really ramping up its winter schedule starting October 25. They're adding over 40 new routes for both domestic and international flights, which means Indian travelers will have a lot more options to fly to the Gulf, Southeast Asia, and various destinations all over the country.

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Global Market: Gulf oil flows rebound to 81% of pre-war levels in September

Gulf oil flows excluding Iran recovered to 81% of pre-war levels in September, supported by a sharp rebound in Saudi Arabian exports. Crude and condensate shipments reached 91% of pre-war levels, while refined fuel exports remained weaker. Volatile daily flows, however, raise questions over the sustainability of the recovery.

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Turkey and Pakistan to send troops to Saudi Arabia under defence pact

The three signatories of the August Mecca Joint Defence Agreement met in emergency session in Riyadh and agreed to move immediately to "rapid deployment" of military forces, uniting NATO's second-largest army, the Islamic world's only nuclear state and the largest Gulf power.

Euronews · Oct 6

UN ‘largely irrelevant’ to major global conflicts, Jaishankar says, calls for reform

S Jaishankar addressed the need for reform in the United Nations during the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave. He pointed out the UN's irrelevance in addressing significant global issues, including conflicts in Ukraine and the Gulf. Jaishankar noted that the Security Council is gridlocked and does not represent global interests adequately.…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Oil prices slip as traders weigh strong Mideast exports against Gulf tensions

Oil prices slipped as a result of heightened crude exports from the Middle East, alongside a stockpile release by the G7. Brent crude futures decreased to $100.28 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate dropped to $89.33. The recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have raised concerns about potential regional…

The Economic Times · Oct 6