The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis

Hong Kong's airport is set for a shift in volume this summer after airlines quietly swapped jet sizes and reduced scheduled flights to manage costs amid a global fuel crisis and following a jump in economy passenger fares to Europe.

Bangkok Post · May 25

Pilgrims kick off hajj as war's trajectory hangs in the balance

Over 1.5 million Muslims have converged in Mecca for the annual hajj pilgrimage. This significant religious event unfolds against a backdrop of regional conflict and hopes for peace. Pilgrims from across the globe are participating, with Saudi Arabia enhancing security measures. The hajj rituals are underway, drawing worshippers to holy…

The Economic Times · May 25

FED:Second 'ISIS bride' cohort book plane tickets home

Women and children linked to Islamic State have earmarked plans to return to Australia after booking flight tickets out of the Middle East.

AAP · May 25

Trump Orders Negotiators to Take Their Time Closing a Deal with Iran as the World Teeters on Economic Collapse

President Trump advises patience in US-Iran negotiations, maintaining a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions and economic concerns in the Middle East.

International Business Times UK · May 25

Thai aviation faces tougher quarters

Thai airlines, which reported mixed financial results in the first three months of 2026, will remain under pressure in the second and third quarters from the oil price spike as the uptick in airfares and fuel surcharges are insufficient to cover the surge in costs.

Bangkok Post · May 24

Noble adjusts tactics to rental and Middle East markets

SET-listed Noble Development is shifting its focus to the rental market and overseas buyers from the Middle East as weak domestic purchasing power and tighter mortgage lending continue to weigh on Thailand's residential property market.

Bangkok Post · May 24

Possible Iran-US deal: What we know

TEHRAN - The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market.

Bangkok Post · May 24

IPO calendar: 3 companies set to launch public offers this week; check details

This comes as markets continue to witness sharp downswings and muted recoveries, with oil prices remaining elevated amid the seesaw political game in the Middle East.

The Economic Times · May 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.

France 24 · May 24

Petrol, Diesel Price Today May 24: Check fuel rates in Delhi, Noida, Lucknow, Faridabad, Bangalore, Gurgaon and other cities

Petrol Diesel Price Today May 24 check Delhi, Noida, Faribadad, Lucknow fuel rates: Fuel prices in India have surged again, with petrol nearing Rs 100 per litre in Delhi and diesel prices also climbing significantly. This marks the third recent increase in CNG rates, adding to public concern amidst geopolitical…

The Economic Times · May 24