The Latest Breaking News from Middle East

First US refueling aircraft arrive at air base in Bulgaria to support Middle East operations

The first two U.S. military aircraft intended to support operations in the Middle East have arrived at an air base in southeastern Bulgaria

The Independent UK · Jul 31

Chevron’s Strong Quarter Shows Why It Still Leads the Energy Sector

Chevron posted Q2 2026 earnings of $12.1 billion as elevated Brent crude and strong refining margins boosted results, but the stock struggled to rally as gains appeared already priced in.

MarketBeat · Jul 31

Hamas says a deal has been reached in Gaza, and other developments in the Middle East

The main development in the Middle East on Friday was Hamas confirming that it will disarm in a potential breakthrough for ending the war in Gaza

The Independent UK · Jul 31

16 Indians, including 10 seafarers, killed in Middle East conflict: Govt

Sixteen Indian nationals, including ten seafarers, have died in the Middle East conflict this year. Seventy-five Indians sustained injuries across several Middle Eastern nations due to the ongoing hostilities. The government is coordinating repatriation and medical treatment for affected citizens. Indian medical students in Iran are facing challenges due to…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Satellite company taking pictures all over world told by Trump team to go dark over Middle East

The Trump administration has reportedly leaned on private companies and governments alike to restrict image access during the war

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Here's why new fronts seem to be opening up across the Middle East

Recent days have seen a series of attacks across the Middle East, from the U.S. and Saudi Arabia bombing militias in Iraq to drones setting ships ablaze in Egypt

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Middle East faces expanded war as Iran and US reignite attacks

NEW YORK — The Middle East teetered on the brink of an expanded war Thursday, after Iran and the United States reignited their hostilities and inflamed conflicts on other fronts that threatened to draw in more countries.

Bangkok Post · Jul 30

Mapped: All of the countries dragged into Trump’s war in Iran

IN FOCUS: The war has spread across the Middle East, with unprecedented disruption to global oil supplies and Gulf states being targeted by Tehran. Maira Butt looks at how the war has dragged in countries on several continents

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Only the Middle East crisis is preventing a drop in UK interest rates

Bank’s wariness about inflationary pressures from the conflict lie behind decision to hold steady at 3.75%

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30

Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influence

Gulf Arab states are seeking China's economic influence over Iran to secure vital shipping lanes. They are frustrated with Washington's perceived limits of power in the escalating regional conflict. China's role as a major trading partner presents both opportunities and sensitivities for Beijing. Beijing is cautiously engaging in diplomacy to…

The Economic Times · Jul 30