UAE claims Iran is unreliable regarding the Strait of Hormuz as peace talks are stalled.
ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/DUBAI, May 1 – Reports from Iranian state media and Pakistani officials indicate that Tehran has provided a new proposal for talks with the United States, potentially paving the way to resolve the ongoing Iran war. As part of Pakistan’s mediation efforts, officials said the proposal was received late Thursday and has since been sent […]
UAE Exits OPEC due to Disputes over Production Limits and Iran
UAE Exits OPEC After Nearly Six Decades The United Arab Emirates (UAE) declared on Tuesday that it will officially leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on May 1, ending a 59-year membership. This decision, while significant, wasn’t entirely unexpected given the growing political and economic divisions between the UAE and other OPEC […]
UAE Leaves OPEC
UAE to Withdraw from OPEC in 2026 The United Arab Emirates has declared that it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries on May 1, 2026. This decision was revealed in an official statement by the UAE news agency, which noted that the country’s “long-term strategic and economic vision” no longer aligns with […]
UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+, pointing to a strategic change amid global energy challenges.
UAE’s Withdrawal from OPEC: A Move Towards Flexibility On Tuesday, the United Arab Emirates announced its decision to exit OPEC and OPEC+, a choice that could significantly alter its oil production strategy amidst growing supply chain issues and heightened global demand. This move allows the UAE to operate outside the organization’s production quotas, which means […]
Israel Sent Iron Dome and Troops to Assist UAE Defense Following Iran Attacks — First Overseas Deployment
Israel’s Iron Dome Deployed in the UAE Amid Conflict with Iran In a notable early response to the escalating conflict with Iran, Israel has secretly sent the Iron Dome air defense system to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), along with a contingent of IDF soldiers. This move represents the first operational usage of the Iron […]
UAE airlines are the first to restart flights to Israel since the start of Operation Epic Fury in Iran.
UAE Airlines Resume Flights to Israel Amid Regional Turmoil Two airlines from the United Arab Emirates are among the first international carriers to restart flights to Israel since the onset of the conflict with Iran on February 28. This move highlights the strengthening ties forged by the Abraham Accords between the nations. Etihad Airways, based […]
UAE officials caution they might have to use yuan or other currencies if their dollar supply decreases.
The United Arab Emirates seems to hint that the dollar’s stronghold on global oil trading might not be secure, especially if the situation surrounding the Iran conflict deteriorates further. As reported, the head of the UAE’s central bank broached the subject of a currency swap line with U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve officials during a […]
China Invites UAE Crown Prince Amid Efforts to Strengthen Its Middle East Relationships
After typical compliments and expressions of support for the visiting leaders, President Xi presented MBZ with a four-point peace plan that felt as unclear as China’s prior proposals regarding the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Even the state-run Global Times seemed to struggle to present Xi’s ideas as a coherent plan or clarify what the “four points” really […]
List of targets for Special Forces in UAE assassination scheme
According to court documents, a U.S. hit team purportedly monitored Yemeni politicians on behalf of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and maintained a covert list of 23 targets. The lawsuit claims that UAE military officers presented the targets to the team as soon as they arrived in Yemen. The list, described as “23 cards with […]
Zelensky Travels to UAE and Qatar for Discussions on Air Security with Gulf Nations
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy Discusses Defense Cooperation in the Gulf On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced a defense partnership with the United Arab Emirates, following Iranian drone attacks affecting Gulf regions. This collaboration comes as he visits several Gulf countries, including an earlier stop in Saudi Arabia. Zelenskiy’s trip, which caught many by surprise, is […]