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As prospects for an immediate ceasefire dim, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi tells me that Israel has already suffered a “strategic defeat” and that its actions are “hurting its own people as much as everybody else in the region” #DohaForum

As prospects for an immediate ceasefire dim, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi tells me that Israel has already suffered a “strategic defeat” and that its actions are “hurting its own people as much as everybody else in the region” #DohaForum

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“We will leave no stone unturned to make sure that we do defend ourselves,” UAE’s Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy tells me after an unprecedented wave of attacks by Iran.

“We will leave no stone unturned to make sure that we do defend ourselves,” UAE’s Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy tells me after an unprecedented wave of attacks by Iran.

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As of this writing - the UAE has intercepted nearly 1000 Iranian missiles and drones, and insists it’s got enough ammunition to keep going for a long time. In a rare presentation, وزارة الدفاع |MOD UAE spokesperson Maj. Gen. Abdel Nasseer Al Humaidi gave me a close up look at some of the Iranian hardware that’s been shot down:

As of this writing - the UAE has intercepted nearly 1000 Iranian missiles and drones, and insists it’s got enough ammunition to keep going for a long time. In a rare presentation, وزارة الدفاع |MOD UAE spokesperson Maj. Gen. Abdel Nasseer Al Humaidi gave me a close up look at some of the Iranian hardware that’s been shot down:

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Sources tell CNN former US envoy to Iran, Brian Hook, is expected to lead the transition team at the State Department. I asked him if he believes Donald Trump’s administration will, once again, pursue a policy of “maximum pressure” against Iran given the rapprochement between Tehran and the Gulf countries:

Sources tell CNN former US envoy to Iran, Brian Hook, is expected to lead the transition team at the State Department. I asked him if he believes Donald Trump’s administration will, once again, pursue a policy of “maximum pressure” against Iran given the rapprochement between Tehran and the Gulf countries:

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Emirati business tycoon Mohamed Ali Alabbar محمد علي العبار spoke to me about why he believes the UAE remains a global safe haven.

Emirati business tycoon Mohamed Ali Alabbar محمد علي العبار spoke to me about why he believes the UAE remains a global safe haven.

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This is a must-watch, exclusive report from CNN's Chief International Correspondent. Five years after the defeat of ISIS, more than 50,000 ISIS followers are being held in a constellation of US prisons and camps across Northeast Syria. Clarissa Ward gained extraordinary access to some of the facilities. A warning that you may find some of these images disturbing.

This is a must-watch, exclusive report from CNN's Chief International Correspondent. Five years after the defeat of ISIS, more than 50,000 ISIS followers are being held in a constellation of US prisons and camps across Northeast Syria. Clarissa Ward gained extraordinary access to some of the facilities. A warning that you may find some of these images disturbing.

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Disturbing accusations of abuse of Palestinian detainees by Israeli troops come from inside Israel's military. Accusations surround a detention facility in the Negev desert. Three Israeli whistleblowers describe a systematic pattern of abuse. Matthew Chance reports.

Disturbing accusations of abuse of Palestinian detainees by Israeli troops come from inside Israel's military. Accusations surround a detention facility in the Negev desert. Three Israeli whistleblowers describe a systematic pattern of abuse. Matthew Chance reports.

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$“The GCC politically is dead,” Firas Maksad tells me, suggesting the UAE’s exit from OPEC isn’t just economic, it signals deeper Gulf fractures.$

“The GCC politically is dead,” Firas Maksad tells me, suggesting the UAE’s exit from OPEC isn’t just economic, it signals deeper Gulf fractures.

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“Iran is public enemy number one to all six GCC states.” Abdulkhaleq Abdulla says despite differences in approach, Gulf states are aligned and will use “every means possible” to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

“Iran is public enemy number one to all six GCC states.” Abdulkhaleq Abdulla says despite differences in approach, Gulf states are aligned and will use “every means possible” to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

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The US-Iran conflict is expanding beyond the Gulf. I asked Vali Nasr the key question: Who blinks first? Here's his take:

The US-Iran conflict is expanding beyond the Gulf. I asked Vali Nasr the key question: Who blinks first? Here's his take:

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The UAE is exiting OPEC and OPEC+ within days. UAE Energy Minister سهيل المزروعي tells me “the timing is right.” My conversation with him here in thread: (1/5)

The UAE is exiting OPEC and OPEC+ within days. UAE Energy Minister سهيل المزروعي tells me “the timing is right.” My conversation with him here in thread: (1/5)

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In the last 72 hours, we have seen an escalation between the U.S. and Iran. But Danny (Dennis) Citrinowicz ,داني سيترينوفيتش thinks the two parties still want to avoid an all-out return to war. (1/4)

In the last 72 hours, we have seen an escalation between the U.S. and Iran. But Danny (Dennis) Citrinowicz ,داني سيترينوفيتش thinks the two parties still want to avoid an all-out return to war. (1/4)

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What happens when Iran targets one of the world's busiest international airports? I spoke with DXB CEO Paul Griffiths about resilience, recovery, and keeping passenger moving safely.

What happens when Iran targets one of the world's busiest international airports? I spoke with DXB CEO Paul Griffiths about resilience, recovery, and keeping passenger moving safely.

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Rare access inside Gaza: Clarissa Ward, Scott McWhinnie, and @BrentSwailsCNN visited an Emirati field hospital set up in the south and saw firsthand the effects of Israel's bombardment on the Strip's civilian population.

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Rare access inside Gaza: Clarissa Ward, Scott McWhinnie, and @BrentSwailsCNN visited an Emirati field hospital set up in the south and saw firsthand the effects of Israel's bombardment on the Strip's civilian population.

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Emirati-owned Majid Al Futtaim is a cornerstone of the region's food and retail ecosystem, operating Carrefour stores across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. I spoke with CEO Ahmed Galal Ismail about stockpiles, pricing, and operations in these unprecedented times.

Emirati-owned Majid Al Futtaim is a cornerstone of the region's food and retail ecosystem, operating Carrefour stores across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. I spoke with CEO Ahmed Galal Ismail about stockpiles, pricing, and operations in these unprecedented times.

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Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte is on his way to The Hague after he was arrested on an ICC warrant for crimes against humanity over killings during his "war on drugs” era. Richard Heydarian breaks down the charges and how the development is viewed by Filipino expats.

Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte is on his way to The Hague after he was arrested on an ICC warrant for crimes against humanity over killings during his "war on drugs” era. Richard Heydarian breaks down the charges and how the development is viewed by Filipino expats.

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The UAE is answering the UN's urgent 2026 appeal with more than half a billion dollars, to push aid into places like Gaza and Sudan. I spoke with the UAE's Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy and Tom Fletcher Tom Fletcher about how that money will impact those in need despite the tough conditions facing aid groups.

The UAE is answering the UN's urgent 2026 appeal with more than half a billion dollars, to push aid into places like Gaza and Sudan. I spoke with the UAE's Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy and Tom Fletcher Tom Fletcher about how that money will impact those in need despite the tough conditions facing aid groups.

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Since Israel declared its war on Hamas and launched strikes on Gaza, close to 60 Palestinians have been killed in the occupied West Bank, many by Jewish settlers. I went to one village where residents have been caught in the deadly crosshairs in just the past few days.

Since Israel declared its war on Hamas and launched strikes on Gaza, close to 60 Palestinians have been killed in the occupied West Bank, many by Jewish settlers. I went to one village where residents have been caught in the deadly crosshairs in just the past few days.

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In a CNN Exclusive that debuted on tonight’s Connect the World, @larrymadowo asks Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame if his troops are on the ground in neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo. His answer - as Larry reports - is extraordinary.

In a CNN Exclusive that debuted on tonight’s Connect the World, @larrymadowo asks Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame if his troops are on the ground in neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo. His answer - as Larry reports - is extraordinary.

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A major announcement from the UAE: Yas Island جزيرة ياس is set to become home to Sphere Abu Dhabi — the first Sphere venue outside the US. Abu Dhabi is clearly betting big on tourism and entertainment, so I spoke with Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi Chairman Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak about what this project says about the UAE’s ambitions.

A major announcement from the UAE: Yas Island جزيرة ياس is set to become home to Sphere Abu Dhabi — the first Sphere venue outside the US. Abu Dhabi is clearly betting big on tourism and entertainment, so I spoke with Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi Chairman Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak about what this project says about the UAE’s ambitions.

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Reza Pahlavi seems to have new competition as he makes his pitch to lead Iran. Alireza Nader علیرضا نادر tells me why President Trump reportedly called Kurdish leaders in Iraq and what it means for the former Shah’s son.

Reza Pahlavi seems to have new competition as he makes his pitch to lead Iran. Alireza Nader علیرضا نادر tells me why President Trump reportedly called Kurdish leaders in Iraq and what it means for the former Shah’s son.

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