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Saudi Arabia: Hajj 2026 reaches its spiritual peak as millions of Muslim pilgrims gather

Saudi Arabia entered the most significant stage of the 2026 hajj on 26 May as millions of pilgrims dressed in white gathered at Mount Arafat near Mecca and circled the Kaaba inside the Grand Mosque.

Euronews

Trump demands more countries sign Abraham Accords as part of Iran deal

US President Donald Trump said Monday it should be "mandatory" for countries including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and Jordan to join the Abraham Accords normalising ties with Israel as part of any agreement to end the war with Iran, in a move that could further complicate negotiations with Tehran.

France 24

Abraham Accords explained: Who signed, who didn't, and why it matters now

US President Donald Trump has renewed efforts to expand the Abraham Accords, urging several Muslim-majority and Arab nations to normalise ties with Israel as part of a broader regional settlement linked to ongoing negotiations with Iran. In a series of remarks, Trump called on countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan,…

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Abraham Accords explained: What it means and why Pakistan is rattled by Trump’s push

Abraham accords means: The Abraham Accords, a 2020 normalization agreement between Israel and several Arab nations, are being revived by Donald Trump, who is pushing for broader regional integration linked to Iran. While Pakistan rejected the proposal, Saudi Arabia's potential involvement remains a key focus, complicated by the ongoing Gaza…

The Economic Times

Gulf braces for Iran's response as US strikes shake peace talks

Tehran has vowed a "far more severe" response beyond the region after overnight US strikes on missile sites and boats planting mines in southern Iran, even as both sides say negotiations toward a Hormuz deal are still on.

Euronews

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes on Iran, including on missile launch sites

US forces launched strikes in southern Iran targeting missile sites and boats. This action was taken in self-defense to protect troops. Meanwhile, President Trump is pushing for more nations, including Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, to join the Abraham Accords. These agreements aim to normalize relations with Israel. The proposal adds…

The Economic Times

The Abraham Accords: The boldest Middle East gamble in decades, did it actually work? Here's all about it

Abraham Accords: Trump just called six Muslim nations to sign the Abraham Accords — live, out loud, tied to an Iran nuclear deal. Pakistan said no. The rest went silent. This is the biggest Middle East normalization push since 2020. And the world is watching to see if it cracks…

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Trump demands multiple countries sign diplomatic deal with Israel as part of any Iran peace plan

The president said that countries including Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt would be “honoured” to have Iran join the Abraham Accords too, once an peace agreement with the US is reached

The Independent UK

The Abraham Accord plus: Trump aims for grand bargain tying Islamic world, including Iran, with Israel

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday dramatically raised the stakes in already delicate peace efforts in the middle east by demanding that key Muslim allies – including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar – sign onto the Abraham Accords as a condition for participating in what…

The Times of India

MENA leaders call for housing to go beyond 'bricks and mortar' at Baku forum

Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Morocco took to the stage at WUF13 in Baku to argue that housing policy must go beyond construction — linking shelter to jobs, climate resilience and human dignity.

Euronews

Saudi Arabia emerges as Gulf's key trade route as Iran war blocks Hormuz strait

Saudi Arabia is capitalizing on the Iran war's disruption of the Strait of Hormuz to advance its goals as a regional energy and logistics hub. The kingdom's existing infrastructure and strategic Red Sea ports are facilitating continued oil exports and absorbing increased trade, boosting its revenue and accelerating development plans…

The Times of India

Shock of Iran war unites Middle East rivals in pushing Trump towards peace

Region is adapting to diminished US power after Washington fails to land knockout blow on Tehran

The Guardian - UK

Trump says Iran talks ‘proceeding nicely’, pushes for expanded Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump stated Iran negotiations are progressing well. He warned of a larger conflict if a deal is not reached. Trump also urged more countries to join the Abraham Accords. He believes this expansion can create a powerful and economically strong Middle East. Diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize…

The Economic Times

The sacred cloth at the center of the Hajj pilgrimage

As Muslims gather for the annual pilgrimage of Hajj in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, they will circle around the “Kaaba,” a black cube draped in gold-embroidered cloth. A ceremonial textile – known as the “kiswah” – covers the Kaaba, around which Muslims will walk seven times in a ritual known as…

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Muslims begin Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca amid war threat

The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, has begun with more than 1.5 million pilgrims arriving in Saudi Arabia from outside the nation.

Bangkok Post

Iranians find 'peace and safety' in Mecca during hajj

MECCA (SAUDI ARABIA) - Being in Mecca has been nothing short of blissful for Hassan Qadiri, where participating in the festivities of the hajj pilgrimage is a welcome relief after weeks of devastating war back home in Iran.

The Economic Times

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners sought oil from Latin America and Africa as Middle East supplies faced disruptions. Imports from Venezuela, Brazil, Angola, and Nigeria increased. Russia remained a key supplier, though its share saw a dip. The UAE and Saudi Arabia saw increased imports. Overall oil imports in April remained steady but…

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10 Rarest Cats On Earth You’ll Hardly Ever See

When people think of cats, they usually imagine sleepy pets stretching on couches or tiny kittens chasing shadows around the house. But beyond the world of domestic cats exists another reality a hidden world filled with mysterious wild felines so rare that most humans will never see them in their…

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France 24

Hajj pilgrims battle Mecca's scorching heat with ice cream and giant fans

More than a million worshippers gathered in Mecca on Monday for the Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Islam's holiest city, but the harsh heat has been brutal for many attendees. This week’s daytime temperatures will hover between 42 and 47 degrees Celsius, according to Saudi Arabian officials, and some pilgrims…

International Business Times UK

'Are You Still There?' — Trump Stuns Muslim Leaders With Demand to Recognise Israel

During a conference call, President Trump urged Arab nations to normalise relations with Israel post-Iran conflict, surprising leaders and highlighting the expansion of the Abraham Accords.

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‘I don’t know if I can put my time at Liverpool into words. Some clubs, you only realise how special they are if you’ve experienced it on a daily basis’ Fabinho on what it meant to pull on a Reds shirt

The Brazilian spent five years at Anfield before his 2023 exit

The Times of India

Unreliable guarantees: With US-Iran ceasefire on the horizon, will we see a new order in the Gulf?

As Washington and Tehran edge closer to what could become a broader ceasefire agreement, Gulf states are confronting an uncomfortable question: can the region continue relying on outside powers for security, or has the war exposed the limits of American guarantees?

The Economic Times

Forget AC, scientists create salt & water cooling system that works without electricity, keeps temperature near fridge levels for 15 hours

Salt and water AC: Saudi Arabian researchers have developed a novel cooling system, NESCOD, that utilizes ammonium nitrate's endothermic dissolution in water to achieve rapid temperature drops. This off-grid technology, powered by sunlight for regeneration, offers a sustainable solution for refrigeration needs in areas lacking reliable electricity, potentially preserving food…

France 24

Despite Middle East war, foreign pilgrims flock to Mecca for Hajj

Despite the war in the Middle East, foreign pilgrims have flocked to Mecca to participate in this year’s Hajj. According to officials, more than 1.5 million have already arrived in Saudi Arabia, surpassing last year’s numbers.

Latin Times

U.S.-Iran Agreement Imminent — Strait of Hormuz Expected to Reopen, Oil Prices Set to Fall

The announcement, made via a post on Truth Social, came after a wide-ranging phone call with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain — a coalition of regional powers that have played a central role in mediating the 84-day conflict. Trump also…

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