Secretary Rubio says it would jeopardize the peace process in Gaza. Members of President Donald Trump’s administration have opposed the preliminary approval the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, gave to…
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Arab and Muslim States Urge Hamas to Accept U.S. Ceasefire Plan
Middle Eastern nations emphasize the desire for a two-state solution. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey,…
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Treasury Sanctions 30 Iranian Entities Engaged in “Shadow Banking”
The department stated the individuals and companies work to finance nuclear missile programs The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) recently sanctioned 30 more entities that…
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U.S. Signs Defense Agreement with United Arab Emirates
The pact will develop technologies “to stay ahead of emerging threats.” The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding this week with the Tawazun Council…
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President Trump Visits Saudia Arabia
He will also meet with leaders in Qatar and United Arab Emirates this week. President Donald Trump is in the Middle East this week to discuss trade and…
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American Citizen Released from Russian Detention in Prisoner Swap
The United Arab Emirates facilitated the exchange of detainees. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed Thursday that U.S. citizen Ksenia Karelina was released from Russian detention after a…
Read MoreTreasury Department Places Sanctions Against Iranian Oil Network
The target entities are in China, India, and the United Arab Emirates. The Treasury Department announced new sanctions against an international network allegedly shipping Iranian oil to China.…
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Secretary of State Confirms Direct Contact with Syrian Rebels
Calls for an “inclusive and non-sectarian” government come from U.S., Turkish, Arab, and European Union officials. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that the U.S. has been in…
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Appellate Court Rules U.S. Can Prosecute Turkish Bank Through DOJ Probe
Foreign immunity is not extended to entities aiding in sanctions evasion. The Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that the federal government may prosecute Turkish bank Halkbank…
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Transportation Department Fines Air Canada for Violating FAA Airspace Restrictions
The airline operated flights over restricted areas carrying United Airlines’ code. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined Air Canada $250,000 for operating flights in regions restricted…
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