RMB Gains Momentum in Middle East as UAE Expands Yuan Clearing
UAE emerges as key RMB hub with clearing volumes surpassing 900B yuan, driven by China’s financial integration strategy and growing Middle East trade ties.
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UAE emerges as key RMB hub with clearing volumes surpassing 900B yuan, driven by China’s financial integration strategy and growing Middle East trade ties.
As the Gaza truce enters its second month, aid shortages and unresolved disputes over hostage remains and military boundaries threaten the viability of the Trump-brokered peace plan.
Israel identifies remains of soldier killed in 2014 as fragile Gaza ceasefire marks one month, with regional powers pushing peace efforts.
Over 24,000 tonnes of aid delivered to Gaza since October ceasefire, UN reports improved distribution and reduced looting amid ongoing challenges.
UN panel releases report on Palestinian territories conflict as General Assembly votes on Cuba embargo. Latest updates from New York.
Israel resumes Gaza ceasefire after airstrikes kill 91, including 30 children, amid conflicting claims from both sides.
Israel freezes West Bank annexation plans amid international criticism as Palestinian factions meet in Cairo. Gaza faces urgent humanitarian crisis.
Palestine condemns Israel’s parliament for approving a bill to extend sovereignty over the West Bank, calling it a violation of international law.
Hundreds of aid trucks remain stalled in Egypt’s Al-Arish, awaiting entry into Gaza as humanitarian needs escalate. Key updates on regional efforts.
U.S. envoys meet Israeli PM Netanyahu to stabilize Gaza truce amid renewed violence. Both sides recommit to ceasefire amid international calls for restraint.
Humanitarian aid trucks remain stranded at Egypt’s Rafah crossing as Israel delays reopening, exacerbating Gaza’s supply crisis.
Israel resumes Gaza ceasefire and aid delivery after deadly clashes; U.S. brokers fragile truce as casualties mount.
Israel maintains Rafah crossing closure, citing Hamas delays in returning hostage bodies. Tensions rise as ceasefire fragility threatens US-brokered deal.
UNDP report highlights massive debris, material shortages, and unexploded ordnance complicating Gaza’s post-conflict recovery, urging international support.
UNDP reports Gaza requires removal of 55 million tonnes of debris—equivalent to 13 Pyramids of Giza—before reconstruction can begin, with 83% of buildings damaged.
Aid flows into Gaza as Israel and Hamas pause disputes over hostage bodies, maintaining fragile ceasefire. Key challenges remain for long-term peace.
Israel releases 2,000 Palestinian prisoners in Gaza ceasefire deal; freed detainees report harsh treatment while thousands remain in Israeli jails.
Freed Palestinian prisoners pledge to reconstruct Gaza following major Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, as ceasefire brings cautious hope to the region.
U.S.-brokered ceasefire enables emotional reunions as Palestinian prisoners and Israeli hostages return home amid hopes for regional stability.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu announces readiness to receive all hostages immediately, emphasizing diplomatic efforts amid regional tensions.