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The United Arab Emirates has withdrawn its ambassador from Iran and closed its embassy in Tehran due to recent Iranian attacks on various Gulf countries.

Several Arab nations have expressed grave concern over Iran's actions that threaten the unity and territorial integrity of Arab states in the region.

Arab and Islamic nations are calling for de-escalation of military tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following recent violent clashes.

Trump's advisor, Massad Boulous, discussed the humanitarian crisis in Sudan with Saudi, Emirati, and Egyptian foreign ministers during phone calls.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel is met with protests over Israel's actions in Gaza, raising questions about his diplomatic balancing act between Israel and Arab nations.

Australia is offering voluntary repatriation to the family members of its diplomatic personnel stationed in Jordan, Qatar, and the UAE due to security concerns in the region.

Brazil’s President Lula da Silva is set to hold a last-minute meeting with BRICS members during a scheduled stop in Abu Dhabi.

Arab countries have expressed solidarity with Kuwait following its objections to Iraq submitting maritime coordinates to the UN.

Arab and Muslim nations have expressed strong condemnation of Israel's US Ambassador, David Friedman, for his remarks regarding territory rights.

Fourteen Arab and Islamic countries, along with key regional organizations, condemned comments made by the US ambassador to Israel regarding Israel's 'biblical right' to much of the Middle East.

Arab nations have condemned the statements made by an unnamed ambassador that suggest Israel has a right to expansive territories.

Arab nations are denouncing comments made by an ambassador regarding Israel's claim to extensive territories, reflecting ongoing tensions in the region.

Mohamed bin Zayed, the President of the United Arab Emirates and the leader of a rapidly growing economic power, is set to visit Argentina soon.

The Arab World Institute in France has appointed a new chief in the wake of a scandal involving Epstein.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced that Iran and the USA have reached fundamental understandings and will work on potential agreement documents, despite unresolved issues between the two nations.

Anne-Claire Legendre has been proposed to succeed Jack Lang as the head of the Arab World Institute following Lang's resignation due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis had a phone conversation with the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, discussing bilateral relations and collaboration.

Trump's Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs stated that a military solution to the conflict in Sudan is impossible and emphasized diplomatic efforts for a peaceful resolution.

Former French Culture Minister Jack Lang has proposed his resignation from the Arab World Institute in Paris amid increasing pressure and scrutiny over his connections to the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is anticipating a report from the Ukrainian delegation returning from talks in the United Arab Emirates.

The article discusses the evolving relationships and shifting alliances among Gulf Arab countries, particularly focusing on Saudi Arabia and the UAE and their roles as mediators in international conflicts.

President Daniel Noboa wrapped up his official tour in the United Arab Emirates, participating in a high-level meeting aimed at strengthening cooperation with Ecuador during the 2026 World Government Summit.

US-Iran negotiations are set to take place in Oman on Friday, with details of the meeting yet to be finalized, according to an Arab diplomat.

Negotiations between the US and Iran are anticipated to take place in Oman, although the parameters of the discussions are still being finalized according to an Arab diplomat.

A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United Arab Emirates for a two-day round of negotiations with Russian officials, according to a spokesperson for the chief negotiator.

Intensive diplomatic efforts are underway in the Middle East to ease tensions between Iran and the United States, with several regional countries invited to participate in the negotiations in Istanbul.

A senior official from the United Arab Emirates stated that Iran needs to negotiate with the United States ahead of discussions following repeated US threats of military action.

Arab countries reportedly pressured the Trump administration to refrain from conducting military attacks against Iran according to diplomats cited by the New York Times.

The US State Department has decided to suspend all visa issuance procedures for citizens of 75 countries, including several Arab and Muslim nations, starting January 21 for an indefinite period.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is in Abu Dhabi for a visit to participate in the opening of Sustainability Week 2026 and to meet with UAE officials.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has arrived in Abu Dhabi to participate in the Sustainability Week 2026 and meet with UAE leaders.

A significant number of tourists on a Yemeni island find themselves affected by the ongoing diplomatic tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are currently in conflict over unspecified issues, signaling a rift between the two nations.

The personal relationship between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed has soured due to diverging economic and political ambitions, leading to fractures in their traditional alliance.