15d ago
Middle East conflict

Rubio tells allies U.S. will hold off new Iran strikes

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told allied foreign ministers Washington will focus on sanctions and other pressure on Iran “for the time being”, Axios reports. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman have resumed talks on a temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz.

15d ago
View from Uzbekistan

Islamic finance goes global as Uzbekistan opens the door

Once associated mainly with Muslim-majority countries, Islamic finance has become a global industry. Its assets reached around $5.98 trillion in 2024, according to ICD-LSEG, as more countries explore Shariah-compliant finance.

16d ago
Morning Brief

Morning Brief - 27 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 27th of August, covering the latest developments. 

16d ago
View from Afghanistan

Kuwait’s Al-Sayer Group eyes Afghan fruit exports and investment

Kuwait’s Al-Sayer Group plans to export fresh and dried Afghan fruit to Kuwait and other markets while exploring broader trade and investment opportunities in Afghanistan, according to Afghan government statements following talks in Kabul on Tuesday.

16d ago
View from Tehran

Iran, Oman discuss temporary Strait of Hormuz shipping corridor

Iran and Oman discussed a phased plan for a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz during the Omani foreign minister’s visit to Tehran on Tuesday, as tensions remain high between Iran and the U.S. over the strategic waterway.