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Iran Dismisses US Threat of New Sanctions, Claiming America Lacks Economic Leverage

Iran Dismisses US Threat of New Sanctions, Claiming America Lacks Economic Leverage

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismissed US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's threat of new sanctions, arguing that the US lacks the economic leverage to restrict global relations.

Egypt Independent|August 25, 2026|1
Smart Strategies to Cut Back-to-School Costs and Avoid the August Financial Hit

Smart Strategies to Cut Back-to-School Costs and Avoid the August Financial Hit

Experts share practical tips on how parents can reduce back-to-school financial stress by spreading purchases, buying generic items, and embracing second-hand uniforms.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
UN Chief Proposes Emergency Mechanism to Safeguard Fertilizer Supply Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Global Conflict

UN Chief Proposes Emergency Mechanism to Safeguard Fertilizer Supply Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Global Conflict

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has proposed a new mechanism to secure fertilizer and essential goods shipments through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating global shipping disruptions and soaring costs.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
Qatar's MATAR Joins United for Wildlife to Fight Global Illegal Wildlife Trafficking

Qatar's MATAR Joins United for Wildlife to Fight Global Illegal Wildlife Trafficking

Qatar's MATAR has joined the United for Wildlife Transport Taskforce by signing the Buckingham Palace Declaration to strengthen Hamad International Airport's efforts against illegal wildlife trafficking.

Doha News|August 25, 2026
US Intensifies Economic Pressure on Iran with Expanded Sanctions to Break War Impasse

US Intensifies Economic Pressure on Iran with Expanded Sanctions to Break War Impasse

The US is expanding secondary sanctions on Iran to isolate its economy and break the ongoing war deadlock, prompting warnings from Washington and retaliatory threats from Tehran.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
Dubai's Parkin Sets Sights on Bahrain and Egypt in Major Regional Expansion

Dubai's Parkin Sets Sights on Bahrain and Egypt in Major Regional Expansion

Dubai's public parking operator Parkin is expanding its operations into Bahrain and Egypt following new strategic partnerships. The company aims to bring its smart parking technologies and digital platforms to the wider region.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
Saudi Arabia Commits $6 Billion to Build Manga-Themed Amusement Parks Near Paris

Saudi Arabia Commits $6 Billion to Build Manga-Themed Amusement Parks Near Paris

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has agreed to invest $6 billion in three manga-themed amusement parks near Paris, featuring themes like Dragon Ball.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
US Unveils Maximum Pressure Campaign with New 'Economic D-Day' Sanctions on Iran

US Unveils Maximum Pressure Campaign with New 'Economic D-Day' Sanctions on Iran

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a severe new economic pressure campaign against Iran, targeting global financial interests, oil revenue, and key sectors to isolate Tehran.

Al Jazeera English|August 25, 2026
Norway Pressures Ahead with Barents Sea Arctic Drilling to Secure European Energy Supplies

Norway Pressures Ahead with Barents Sea Arctic Drilling to Secure European Energy Supplies

Norway's Energy Minister Terje Aasland announced that the country will press forward with Arctic oil and gas development in the Barents Sea to support European energy security, despite EU environmental restrictions.

Al Jazeera English|August 25, 2026|1
Trump Administration Moves to Permanently Enforce $103,265 H-1B Visa Fee

Trump Administration Moves to Permanently Enforce $103,265 H-1B Visa Fee

The Trump administration has proposed a permanent $103,265 fee for H-1B work visas, drawing intense legal scrutiny and sparking debate across the tech, education, and research sectors.

Al Jazeera English|August 25, 2026
Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Canadian Autos Following Collapsed Trade Negotiations

Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Canadian Autos Following Collapsed Trade Negotiations

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian cars and automotive parts starting January 1 following the collapse of recent trade negotiations.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
Egypt Champions Integrated Water Management Strategies to Maximize Resource Efficiency

Egypt Champions Integrated Water Management Strategies to Maximize Resource Efficiency

Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam outlined Egypt's advanced strategies for sustainable water management during a lecture at COP17 in Mongolia.

Egypt Independent|August 25, 2026|1
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and CBE Governor Discuss Economic Coordination and Financial Reforms

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and CBE Governor Discuss Economic Coordination and Financial Reforms

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with CBE Governor Hassan Abdalla to discuss economic coordination, inflation reduction, foreign reserves, and new digital financial identity regulations.

Egypt Independent|August 25, 2026|1
Egypt and Mongolia Explore Strategic Partnerships in Water Resources Management

Egypt and Mongolia Explore Strategic Partnerships in Water Resources Management

Egyptian and Mongolian officials met during COP17 to discuss cooperation in water resources management, focusing on agricultural efficiency and food security.

Egypt Independent|August 25, 2026|1
Yemen’s Houthis Claim Ballistic Missile Strike on Saudi Tanker in Red Sea

Yemen’s Houthis Claim Ballistic Missile Strike on Saudi Tanker in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed a ballistic missile attack on a Saudi oil tanker off the coast of Yanbu in the Red Sea, causing a fire aboard the vessel.

Al Jazeera English|August 25, 2026|1
US Pressure Campaign Against Iran Puts Trump's Trade Truce with China to the Test

US Pressure Campaign Against Iran Puts Trump's Trade Truce with China to the Test

The US has launched a new maximum-pressure campaign against Iran's economy called 'Operation Economic Outcast,' testing relations and trade agreements with major global players like China.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
US Imposes Stiff New Sanctions on Iran Amid Escalating Economic Pressures

US Imposes Stiff New Sanctions on Iran Amid Escalating Economic Pressures

The US administration has unveiled severe new economic sanctions and a naval blockade targeting Iran's oil, aviation, and shipping sectors as the ongoing conflict approaches the six-month mark.

Al Jazeera English|August 25, 2026|1
Manus on Markets: Analyzing the Global Financial Impact of US Sanctions on Iran

Manus on Markets: Analyzing the Global Financial Impact of US Sanctions on Iran

Manus Cranny explores whether impending US sanctions against Iran could send shockwaves through the global financial system, alongside other major global headlines.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
Abu Dhabi's Lulu Island Set for Major Transformation as Eagle Hills Properties Confirms Development Plans

Abu Dhabi's Lulu Island Set for Major Transformation as Eagle Hills Properties Confirms Development Plans

Eagle Hills Properties has confirmed it is overseeing the long-awaited development of Abu Dhabi's Lulu Island, paving the way for a major residential and waterfront transformation.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
US Imposes Sweeping New Sanctions Against Iran Amid Escalating Tensions

US Imposes Sweeping New Sanctions Against Iran Amid Escalating Tensions

The US has announced sweeping new sanctions against Iran as part of an unprecedented economic campaign to sever Tehran's financial ties. Regional and international reactions continue to unfold amid escalating tensions.

The National|August 25, 2026|1