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Trump links Abraham Accords to Iran deal

Trump links Abraham Accords to Iran deal

WASHINGTON, May 25 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he has asked countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan and Turkey to join the Abraham Accords en masse to normalize relations with Israel as part of an agreement with Iran.
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Iran Continues Peace Talks Despite US Strikes

Iran Continues Peace Talks Despite US Strikes

Iran remains engaged in peace talks with the US despite recent US bombings of Iranian targets, which Iran's foreign ministry condemned as a violation of the ceasefire. The strikes targeted missile launchers and efforts to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the aggression, Iran has not withdrawn from negotiations mediated by Pakistan and Qatar. The talks aim to resolve issues such as frozen Iranian assets and sanctions relief. The situation in Lebanon is escalating, with Israel expanding military operations against Hezbollah.
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On This Day: A U.S. Navy Flying Boat Completed the First Transatlantic Flight

On This Day: A U.S. Navy Flying Boat Completed the First Transatlantic Flight

Transatlantic air travel has undergone significant transformations since its inception in the early 20th century. From the first tentative crossing...
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Qatar's Role in U.S.-Iran Frozen Funds Dispute Gains Attention

Qatar's Role in U.S.-Iran Frozen Funds Dispute Gains Attention

Qatar is emerging as a key mediator in the U.S.-Iran dispute over frozen Iranian assets. Iranian officials, including the Parliament Speaker and Central Bank Governor, visited Doha to discuss financial mechanisms that could allow Iran access to its assets without direct U.S. cash transfers. The talks are part of broader negotiations involving the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program. Iran demands guaranteed access to $12 billion in frozen assets, with a focus on $6 billion transferred to Qatar under a 2023 prisoner exchange. The funds were re-frozen after tensions escalated following an attack on Israel. Despite challenges, there is cautious optimism for a resolution.
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Lusail Stadium Turned Qatar’s Ambition Into Architecture

Lusail Stadium Turned Qatar’s Ambition Into Architecture

Lusail Stadium stood out as a centerpiece of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, hosting the final match between Argentina and France. As the largest stadium ...
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Nigerian Minister Advocates for Unified African Aviation Sector to Boost Economic Growth

Nigerian Minister Advocates for Unified African Aviation Sector to Boost Economic Growth

Nigeria's Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called on African nations to take concrete steps towards transforming the continent's aviation sector. Speaking at the Annual Lecture Series organized by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Abuja, Keyamo emphasized the importance of aviation as a critical economic infrastructure rather than a luxury. He highlighted the need for legal clarity, commercial enablement, and institutional trust as essential pillars for aviation transformation. Keyamo pointed to Nigeria's legal reforms, such as the implementation of Federal High Court Practice Directions, as measures to strengthen compliance with international aviation protocols. He also underscored the importance of commercial partnerships, citing Nigeria's memorandum of understanding with Boeing as a model for building local capacity and technical expertise.
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Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model

Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model

By David Ljunggren OTTAWA, May 27 (Reuters) - Canada, which says it wants to reduce reliance on U.S. defense firms, on Wednesday announced plans to buy a fleet of early warning planes from Sweden's Saab rather than a competing option from Boeing.
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US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say

US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say

By Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, May 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. and Thailand are in talks on new long-term supply of U.S.-produced liquefied natural gas, two sources said on Tuesday, negotiations that have accelerated since the U.S.-Israeli-led war on Iran led to LNG production damage in key exporter
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US Lawmakers Address Aviation Fuel Cost Increases Due to Iran Conflict

US Lawmakers Address Aviation Fuel Cost Increases Due to Iran Conflict

U.S. lawmakers are addressing the significant increase in aviation fuel costs resulting from the ongoing conflict in Iran during a fiscal 2027 defense hearing. The war has led to a nationwide rise in fuel prices, impacting the U.S. Air Force's budget for aviation fuel. The Air Force had estimated fuel costs before the conflict, and now faces the challenge of adjusting its budget to accommodate the higher prices. Aviation fuel costs have increased by approximately 50% since the conflict began, affecting all branches of the U.S. military. The hearing highlighted the need for adjustments in the National Defense Authorization Act to account for these increased costs.
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Exclusive-India prepares interim, not final, report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

Exclusive-India prepares interim, not final, report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

By Abhijith Ganapavaram and Allison Lampert NEW DELHI/MONTREAL, May 26 (Reuters) - Indian officials investigating last year's deadly Air India crash are preparing an interim report rather than a final one ahead of the anniversary of the Boeing 787 accident that killed 260 people, said a person with
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President Trump Halts Planned Attack on Iran Following Gulf States' Request

President Trump Halts Planned Attack on Iran Following Gulf States' Request

President Trump announced that he called off a planned military attack on Iran, which was scheduled for Tuesday. This decision came after requests from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, who urged the U.S. to suspend the operation. The leaders of these Gulf states indicated that serious negotiations are currently underway, which prompted the reconsideration of military action. The planned attack was part of escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with concerns over potential military conflict in the region. The decision to halt the attack reflects a shift towards diplomatic engagement, as regional leaders seek to de-escalate the situation.
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Details of potential US-Iran deal begin to emerge after Trump announces progress

Details of potential US-Iran deal begin to emerge after Trump announces progress

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran on the war, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated” after talks with regional allies