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Trump wants Gulf allies to foot US security bill

US President Donald Trump has said wealthy Gulf nations should reimburse Washington for the cost of protecting the region, arguing the United States no longer relies on Middle Eastern oil. …reports Asian Lite

July 14, 2026

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US sanctions ISIS finance network spanning Europe, Middle East and Africa

Washington has imposed fresh sanctions on individuals and companies accused of helping ISIS move funds across multiple continents….reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on three individuals

June 23, 2026

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UAE slams ‘terror’ attacks in Middle East flare-up

UAE, GCC and Muslim World League condemn Iranian missile and drone attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, warning of escalating tensions and threats to regional stability, reports Asian Lite News Desk The

June 12, 2026

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China Steps in on Middle East Crisis, Xi Unveils Peace Plan

Xi presented the proposal during a meeting in Beijing with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates…reports Asian Lite News Xi Jinping has proposed a four

April 14, 2026

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China, Middle East Deepen Ties

As 2025 draws to a close, cooperation between China and Middle Eastern countries has continued to expand in scale and sophistication, even as parts of the region remain affected by conflict and

December 21, 2025

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Middle Eastern and Asian Investors Steer Clear of US

Concerns among Asian and Middle Eastern investors centre on the unpredictable nature of US policy shifts in recent years…reports Asian Lite News A growing number of investors in the Middle East and

September 4, 2025

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‘Success leads many astray to their ruin’

The ancient quote from the Greek philosopher Phaedrus, to not let success go to one’s head and inflating one’s ego, which can lead to terrible failure, is a timeless warning to Trump

June 21, 2025

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UAE, Egypt Renew Ties

The two leaders exchanged greetings and best wishes for the remainder of the holy month of Ramadan and engaged in cordial conversation reflecting the strength of the close ties between their two

March 23, 2025

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Turkish, Syrian presidents discuss security, economic cooperation

Erdogan reaffirmed Turkiye’s support for Syria’s peaceful transition, including the establishment of state structures and drafting of a new constitution. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa reaffirmed

February 5, 2025

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Harmony in Health

The event featured an insightful panel led by Faizal Kottikollon, Chairman of KEF Holdings, and founder of Tulah, a new clinical wellness sanctuary that aims to merge ancient healing practices with modern wellness technologies. Tennis

December 9, 2024

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