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“China has held a flurry of meetings with Gulf leaders in a sign that Beijing is stepping up its diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.”

“China is stepping up its diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, including over the US-Israel war on Iran, following a lapse in activity.”

“China stepped up diplomatic efforts on Monday to resolve the Middle East crisis, urging a return to the negotiating table in back-to-back meetings with Iranian, Omani and Saudi officials in Beijing.”

“Heavily reliant on Middle Eastern energy imports, Asia is closely watching for signals on post-midterm oil prices.”

“The Ukraine and Middle East wars was discussed with the wider group of CHOGM leaders, he says.”

“In the first attack since June on Qeshm Island, which serves as the primary platform for Iran’s “asymmetric” naval power, according to analysts, the US strikes come as both sides continue to adopt military and diplomatic postures.”

“A Trumpian air of menace is beginning to coalesce over the Middle East.”

“Meanwhile, the possibility of further escalation in the Middle East is mounting, with Israel threatening to strike Iran and Trump signalling he could attack after midterm elections on Nov 3.”

“Turkic states set out plans to deepen cooperation on transport, energy and trade at a summit in Ankara as the ongoing crisis in the Middle East continues raising new opportunities for the Turkic states.”

“Zelensky accused the US of disrupting planned talks in Brussels on Monday after inviting a Ukrainian delegation, only to postpone the meeting at the last minute to concentrate on developments in the Middle East.”

“The conflict has roiled the Middle East and energy markets and resulted in a months-long stand-off, with traffic severely restricted through Hormuz.”

“The president’s negotiation team, led by U.S. special envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff and U.S. special envoy for peace Jared Kushner, met with their Iranian counterparts for three hours, Datoc said.”

“He said on Monday that a Royal Air Force aircraft will be dispatched to the Middle East to help Saudi Arabia defend against Houthi rebel strikes by refueling Saudi planes on "defensive" sorties.”

“Beijing made no commitments to pressure Iran into finding a solution to the ongoing Middle East war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global trade.”

“China has also been accused of helping Iran target US military assets in the Middle East.”

“With the limits of his power exposed, Trump has begun facing pushback from world leaders on issues ranging from the crisis in the Middle East to Russia’s war in Ukraine, leaving the impression of a foreign policy agenda that has stalled.”

“The Trump administration is under pressure to keep fuel prices in check ahead of November's US midterm elections, while rising tensions in the Middle East threaten global energy supplies.”

“But it has only tangential links to the Trump administration’s current main foreign policy dilemmas in the Middle East and with the Russia-Ukraine war.”

“But it has only tangential links to the Trump administration’s current main foreign policy dilemmas in the Middle East and with the Russia-Ukraine war.”

“Both Pakistan and Oman have been engaged in efforts for de-escalation after US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February resulted in a conflict that has now expanded further into the Middle East.”

“He commended Albusaidi’s leadership and efforts towards regional peace in the Middle East.”

“He commended Albusaidi’s leadership and efforts towards regional peace in the Middle East.”

“They also discussed regional and international developments, including the situation in the Middle East.”

“They also discussed regional and international developments, including the situation in the Middle East.”

“Pezeshkian also met his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Oct 27 where he said the Middle East can solve its problems without the involvement of the United States.”

“…ett is seeking a political comeback with an ambitious vision for the Middle East: expanding the Abraham Accords, building economic partnerships with Arab nations and rebuilding Israel's strained international relationships, particularly with the United…”

“While there is still little information on what might be discussed, the meetings come amid a flurry of diplomatic activity to deal with a new escalation between the United States and Iran.”

“…onald Trump on Friday told a rally for candidates in South Florida that U.S. warships returning from the Middle East could stop over in Cuba on their way back from the Iran war, his latest suggestion of taking an interventionist approach to the nearby…”

“Oman is a key Middle East ally of the UK and the state visit comes as America’s war against Iran continues.”

“The conflict involving Iran and the United States created serious risks not only for the Middle East, but for the entire world,””

“Ben’s view On May 13, 2022, then-White House Middle East envoy Brett McGurk asked his boss how he liked his job.”

“…left with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy) works on diplomatic efforts in the Middle East Boulos (pictured with wife Tiffany Trump, 32) faced scrutiny in June for sitting in meetings with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other Middle East leaders…”

“On the agenda is a new joint security partnership to counter sabotage, cyber-attacks and other hybrid threats, as well as support for Ukraine, instability in the Middle East, and disruption to global trade routes.”

“The following is the full transcript of the interview with Brett McGurk, who served as a top Middle East adviser to former Preident Joe Biden, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Oct. 4, 2026.”

“In terms of Iran, where the U.S. and Israel have been waging war since early this year, Han had this to say: “China holds that the sovereignty and security of countries in the Middle East, including the Gulf, should be respected.””

“Ariella Noveck is a journalist specializing in antisemitism and Middle East affairs, with extensive experience covering Jewish communities worldwide.”

“A major breakthrough in the conflict between Iran and the United States is not expected anytime soon, Iran expert Arman Mahmoudian, a lecturer in Middle East Studies at the University of South Florida, told DW.”

“The questions about the UN's role are hardly new, but have acquired fresh urgency as the organization struggles with deep financial problems, divisions among major powers and limited influence over conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East.”

“Zelensky arrives in New York for UN General Assembly meeting Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in New York for the annual high-level gathering at the UN General Assembly as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are expected to dominate the talks.”

“…ival will allow Pakistan to prepare for a week of intensive diplomatic activity, as world leaders gather in New York amid the continuing war involving the United States, Israel and Iran, an escalating conflict in Yemen and growing tensions across the Middle…”

“live Federal politics live: Bowen heading to Saudi Arabia in bid to secure fuel supply Energy Minister Chris Bowen will head to Saudi Arabia next week in a bid to shore up Australia's fuel supply amid concerns about the squeeze on oil in the Middle East.”

“…n, on his trip to Ireland, he blamed Zelensky for “causing a shortage of diesel fuel” by continuing to order Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil processing facilities: “This isn’t done by the Middle East, this is done by what’s happening with Russia and…”

“…caused by Iranian attacks New photos obtained exclusively by CBS News reveal for the first time the widespread damage and destruction of buildings and vehicles at multiple U.S. positions across the Middle East, as a result of Iranian missile and drone…”

“Iran has continued developing its military capabilities, supporting armed groups across the Middle East, threatening its neighbors, taking hostages, attacking dissidents abroad, and challenging international shipping.”

“"Ministers also indicated the need for continuing principled leadership to help rebuild Iraq post-conflict, to bring greater stability to the Middle East region and to continue Canadian efforts in the fight against terrorism."”

“Michigan’s Democratic US senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed apologized to the state’s Jewish Democratic Caucus on Saturday for comments he made after an attack on a synagogue in March, which he tied to Israel’s actions in the Middle East.”

“Questions over his condition and role are growing increasingly fraught, with Iran facing critical decisions over a war that has set the Middle East aflame while trashing the country's already fragile economy.”

“…ts, but who managed to offend every other government in the Middle East by saying that the Bible gives to the Jews all the land "from the Nile to the Euphrates, which is, once again, basically the entire Middle East," and adding "it would be fine if they took…”