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US-Iran talks continue, Strait of Hormuz proposal and UAE economy picks up

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East , President Donald Trump says the US and Iran are holding “very good discussions” but warns Tehran it will face severe consequences if it walks away from a potential deal, while Iranian officials accuse Washington’s threats of slowing progress. We also examine a proposal for a new shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz as mediators from Qatar,…

US-Iran talks continue, Strait of Hormuz proposal and UAE economy picks up

US and Iran are reportedly engaged in "very good discussions" regarding a potential deal, according to President Donald Trump. However, Tehran has accused Washington's threats of impeding progress. Meanwhile, a proposal for a new shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz is being discussed, as mediators from Qatar, Oman, and Pakistan continue their diplomatic efforts.

Additionally, FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces mounting pressure after Jordan's football chief accused him of "blackmail," leading to several European associations withdrawing their support for his re-election bid. Furthermore, the UAE's non-oil private sector has shown significant growth, expanding at its fastest pace in four months.

Concurrently, Dubai's population has begun to rebound, marking a turnaround from the decline experienced during the Iran war.

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