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Hormuz Tensions, Oil Spike: Iran’s foreign minister says “lack of trust” is blocking talks with the US, while Trump pushes for reopening the Strait of Hormuz—fueling a sharp market jump as Brent and WTI rose more than 3% on Friday. Diplomacy Stalls: Iran’s stance came as BRICS foreign ministers ended their New Delhi meeting without a joint statement, citing differing views on the Middle East. Saudi-Iran De-escalation Bid: Saudi Arabia is reportedly floating a regional non-aggression pact with Iran, modeled on Cold War-era Helsinki-style arrangements. UAE-Israel Friction Exposed: Israel-UAE ties—normally kept discreet—hit headlines after Netanyahu’s wartime UAE visit claim and a UAE denial, amid Iran-war pressure. GCC Sports Spotlight: Qatar closed Doha 2026 swimming with eight medals, including two golds, while Bahrain opened GCC Games volleyball and handball campaigns with wins. Local Trade Snapshot: Jordan’s customs firms processed 310,567 declarations in the first four months, with Aqaba handling nearly 4 million tons of cargo.

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