Middle Eastern countries
Coverage of Middle Eastern countries in the Nexus archive.
- Iran accuses US of ‘performative posturing’ in security talks
Iran's Foreign Minister Esmaeil Baghaei accused the US of 'performative posturing' during a security meeting in Bahrain, claiming it conceals destabilizing policies. The US meeting aimed to discuss regional cooperation and maritime security with 12 Middle Eastern countries.
- A federal judge strikes down Trump administration immigration policy affecting 39 countries
A federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy impacting 39 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The policy was invalidated for its effect on immigrants from these regions.
- Trump urges Middle East states to sign Abraham Accords
US President Donald Trump has urged more Middle Eastern countries to join the Abraham Accords, which aim to normalize relations with Israel. The accords are a diplomatic initiative promoting peace and cooperation in the region.
- Morning news brief
Trump announced a breakthrough in negotiations to end the Iran war, prompting reactions from Middle Eastern countries. Meanwhile, African nations are urgently working to contain a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak.
- Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces shot down Shahed drones in Middle Eastern countries during Iran war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that Ukrainian forces shot down Iranian Shahed drones in Middle Eastern countries during the Iran war, part of efforts to bolster regional air defenses. The operations involved Ukrainian experts and partnerships for weapons, energy resources, and financial support, with Zelenskyy emphasizing collaboration to counter Russian drone threats.