Latest stories about MENA region

World Bank places Pakistan in MENA, ending South Asia classification

Economy
In a little-noticed update, the World Bank has placed Pakistan in its Middle East and North Africa, or MENA, regional classification from fiscal year 2026, ending its longstanding placement in South Asia.

Qatar Airways debuts world-first free Starlink Wi-Fi on Boeing 777 flights

Doha
Qatar Airways launches the world's first Boeing 777 flight equipped with SpaceX's Starlink internet, offering passengers free, high-speed connectivity. The airline plans rapid fleet-wide roll-out, marking a leap in in-flight passenger experience.

OKX launches new MENA exchange to fanfare in Dubai’s DIFC

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OKX has officially launched in Dubai, offering 280 cryptocurrencies and 480 trading pairs, making it the first major global exchange to serve both retail and institutional clients in the UAE.

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Trump says Iran deal could come this weekend

International
Trump says US-Iran negotiations are going very well and a deal could come this weekend, while cautioning it might not happen. Talks back on track.
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Pakistan manufacturing returns to growth as export orders hit 15-month high

Economy
Per a new purchasing managers’ survey released by HBL and S&P, Pakistan’s manufacturing PMI rose to 50.9 in May, returning to expansion as new orders recovered and export orders posted their strongest rise since February 2025.
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Pakistan’s ports see sharp container surge as Gulf disruption shifts cargo routes

Newsroom
Pakistan’s major ports are seeing a sharp rise in container and transshipment activity as Gulf disruption redirects cargo towards Karachi, Port Qasim and Gwadar.
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Iran prepares three-day farewell ceremonies and 24-hour funeral procession for Ali Khamenei

International
Iranian officials are preparing three days of farewell ceremonies and a 24-hour funeral procession for Ali Khamenei, with events expected in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad.
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Trump reportedly rebukes Netanyahu as Israel’s Lebanon escalation threatens US-Iran diplomacy

Analysis
Trump reportedly warned Netanyahu against further escalation in Lebanon as US-Iran diplomacy faced renewed pressure, with Pakistan and Qatar involved in efforts to preserve a fragile regional framework.
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