Diplomacy Diplomacy 2021-07-22 Russia's courting of Arab states shows alliance with Iran not guaranteed Moscow's efforts to forge ties with Arab states indicate the Iranian regime's so-called ally is cooling on the relationship and pursuing others. Diplomacy 2021-05-06 G7 ends talks with criticism of China, Russia, Iran The G7 members' top diplomats reserved their strongest criticism for China, urging it to abide by its obligations under international law. Diplomacy 2021-05-04 US brokers new talks on Israel-Lebanon maritime boundary The demarcation of the maritime borders between the two countries is expected to clear the way for offshore oil and gas exploration. Diplomacy 2021-04-22 Baghdad, Riyadh ramp up bilateral co-operation amid Iranian militia threat The two sides discussed security and intelligence co-operation during a series of meetings following an attack on Riyadh claimed by an Iranian proxy. Diplomacy 2021-03-18 Iran's proxies in Lebanon, Iraq drive away vital European support Iran's intransigence and the actions of its proxies have worn down its support in Europe and undermine efforts to improve its situation. Diplomacy 2020-12-18 Free from fear, Israelis celebrate Hanukkah in UAE With their economies hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic, the UAE and Israel are hoping for rapid dividends from the normalisation deal. Diplomacy 2020-09-28 Iran-backed militias threaten Iraq's security, international standing The US has threatened to close its embassy in Baghdad unless Iraq reins in attacks on US interests and personnel. Diplomacy 2020-01-04 Inside Soleimani's plot to attack US forces in Iraq The IRGC's Quds Force has been reinforcing the arsenal of its affiliated Iraqi militias with a range of missiles and advanced weapons for months. Diplomacy 2019-12-17 Baghdad must 'take proactive actions' after strikes on US interests: Washington The US called on Iraq to take action to protect US interests after a series of attacks that have been blamed on Iran-backed groups. Diplomacy 2019-07-22 Top Omani diplomat to visit Iran amid regional tensions Oman is among those calling for the release of a British-flagged tanker and for London and Tehran to resolve their dispute with diplomacy. Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | Next