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Arab nations back Gaza peace plan, Hormuz shipping slows, and Iraq corruption crackdown continues

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East , the UAE joins seven other Arab and Islamic nations in condemning Israel for rejecting renewed efforts to implement US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, as Jared Kushner holds talks with Hamas and regional mediators in Egypt. We also examine a sharp slowdown in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as attacks on tankers and stalled US-Iran talks…

Arab nations back Gaza peace plan, Hormuz shipping slows, and Iraq corruption crackdown continues

Seven Arab and Islamic nations, including the UAE, have come together to condemn Israel for rejecting renewed attempts to implement US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, as talks between Jared Kushner and Hamas take place in Egypt.

There has been a noticeable decline in the flow of ships through the Strait of Hormuz due to ongoing attacks on tankers and the stalemate in US-Iran negotiations, which are disrupting maritime traffic.

In a significant development, Iran has resumed exporting crude oil through alternative routes after halting crude loading via the Strait of Hormuz.

Iraq has seized over $26 million in cash and 60kg of gold as part of an expanding anti-corruption campaign.

Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund is in the process of acquiring full ownership of AD Ports Group.

The UAE is urging motorists to drive safely ahead of the new school year, through its annual Accident-Free Day campaign.

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