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How viable is Syria as a trade route to bypass blocked Hormuz strait?

How viable is Syria as a trade route to bypass blocked Hormuz strait?

  • As Iran war disrupts seaborne energy, Syria re-emerges as a potential overland link between the Middle East and Europe
  • Analysts say persistent security threats and damaged infrastructure remain obstacles to moving cargo through Syria
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A Cathay Pacific aircraft takes off at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China November 28, 2024. (REUTERS)

Asian airlines report Europe demand surge as Gulf hub disruption shifts traffic

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Soaring costs, fuel shortage fears drive people to electric motorbikes

Soaring costs, fuel shortage fears drive people to electric motorbikes

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Fatma Albalushi, a tourist from Oman, feeds a deer at Husky Land Park in the Moscow region, Russia February 10, 2026. (REUTERS)

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Pakistan warns military escalation involving Iran can destabilize Gulf, Asia regions

Pakistan warns military escalation involving Iran can destabilize Gulf, Asia regions

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Scent economy rises as Gulf fragrances shape identity and status

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Pakistan interior minister arrives in Oman to discuss standoff with India 

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Saudi Arabia’s PIF at forefront as Gulf wealth funds approach $18tn by 2030

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Douglas Alexander (L) and Jonathan Reynolds. (AFP file photo)

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By Reuters ·
Gulf economies set to flourish on oil output increase, interest rate cuts

Gulf economies set to flourish on oil output increase, interest rate cuts

By Nour El-Shaeri ·
Gulf news agencies discuss fake news, joint media strategy

Gulf news agencies discuss fake news, joint media strategy

By Arab News ·
Pakistan to train 1 million youth annually to export skilled human resource to Gulf countries

Pakistan to train 1 million youth annually to export skilled human resource to Gulf countries

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How Gulf United is helping unearth young Saudi football talent 

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