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Dubai ranks 13th in world's best cities index

bne Gulf bureau November 20, 2024

The United Arab Emirates' Dubai has secured 13th place in the 2025 World's Best Cities Index, outranking major global cities, including Los Angeles, Toronto, Seoul and Milan.

Qatar says Hamas office remains open in Doha

bne Tehran bureau November 19, 2024

Qatar confirmed that Hamas leaders involved in Gaza ceasefire negotiations are not currently in Doha, while denying reports that it plans to close the Palestinian group's political office in the Persian Gulf state.

TEHRAN BLOG: Why a Trump win may not be good for Israel

West Asia bureaux November 4, 2024

Israel's close association with Trump might further alienate it from other regional players, while Iran, now open to negotiation, may see opportunities in the coming shifts.

Ankara okays Turkish, Israeli and Qatari co-sponsoring of Azerbaijan defence fair despite Erdogan’s Gaza “outrage”

bne IntelliNews October 2, 2024

Drone-making son-in-law of Turkey’s president joins state firm Israel Aerospace Industries in backing event.

Iranian president warns Israel of retaliation on Qatar visit

bne Tehran bureau bne Gulf bureau October 2, 2024

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned Israel of a "firm and decisive" response to any "mistake" during a joint press conference with Qatar's Emir late October 2.

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