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Arab News

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Iran
United States
Lebanon
Israel
Saudi Arabia
Donald Trump
Strait Of Hormuz
Tehran
Gaza
Hezbollah
Beirut
United Nations
Iraq
Washington, United States
United Arab Emirates
Syria
Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
Yemen
Beirut, Lebanon

The Voice of a Changing Region. Established in 1975, Arab News is the Middle East’s leading English language daily. www.arabnews.com

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Not every journey to Saudi Arabia begins with a lifelong dream—sometimes, it starts with a single opportunity. When Susan Allen first arrived in Riyadh from the United Kingdom more than eight years ago, she never imagined that the Kingdom would one d... more

These are the top headlines from Arab News, the Middle East’s leading English-language daily, on Thursday July 30th at 6am GMT.

 

- US military launches ‘powerful’ retaliatory strikes on Iran

- QatarEnergy-controlled LNG tanker exits Hormuz, first in... more

These are the top headlines from Arab News, the Middle East’s leading English-language daily, on Wednesday July 29th at 6pm GMT.

- Trump tells Fox: US to hit Iran ‘hard’ after Jordan base attacks

- Saudi Arabia, Italy call for maritime security in ... more

These are the top headlines from Arab News, the Middle East’s leading English-language daily, on Wednesday July 29th at 6am GMT. - Saudi Arabia strikes Iran-backed Iraqi militia - US military says intercepted missiles launched by Iran - Iran Guards s... more

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Recent Guests

Valentina Castellani-Quinn
Actress, producer, and chairman of Quinn Studios Entertainment; artistic director of the Matera International Film Festival
Quinn Studios Entertainment
Episode: Mayman Show | S8 E1 | Valentina Castellani-Quinn, President - Quinn Studios Entertainment, LA
Yossi Mekelberg
Professor, Senior Consulting Fellow at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S14 E7 | Prof. Yossi Mekelberg, Senior fellow with the MENA Programme
Suhel Ajaz Khan
India's ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Government of India
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S14 E6 | Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Nomi Bar-Yaacov
Human rights lawyer and international peace negotiator
Independent; former negotiator
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S14 E4 | Nomi Bar-Yaacov, International negotiator
Daniel Benaim
MEI Distinguished Diplomatic Fellow; former senior advisor in the Biden administration
Middle East Institute
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S14 E3 | Daniel Benaim, MEI Distinguished Diplomatic Fellow
Faisal Abbas
Editor of Arab News; noted regional journalist and author
Arab News
Episode: The Gulf in Cross Fire: A conversation with Faisal J. Abbas
Fouad Siniora
Former Prime Minister of Lebanon
Lebanon government, Taif agreement architect
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S14 E1 I Fouad Siniora, Former Prime Minister of Lebanon
Mustafa Noman
Yemen's Deputy Foreign Minister
Yemeni Government
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S14 E1 | Mustafa Noman, Yemeni Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates
Fahad Nazer
Spokesperson for the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington
Embassy of Saudi Arabia
Episode: Frankly Speaking | S13 E14 | Fahad Nazer, Spokesperson, Saudi Embassy in Washington DC

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Shurug AL-bieshi

    “ لا تصدق كل ماتسمعه.هنآك ثلاث جوانب للقصة.أنت ، وهم والحقيقة “. "Don’t believe everything you hear. There are always three sides to a story. Yours, theirs and the truth “.

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    shurug AL-bieshi
    Saudi Arabia4 years ago

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Strong coverage of diplomacy, security, and energy intersecting with business.
Production is consistently clear and timely for decision-makers.
Guests provide high-level, policy-focused insights.
The host keeps complex regional issues accessible for non-experts.
Could benefit from more diverse regional voices in discussions.

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Frankly Speaking | S14 E6 | Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Q: How has the Indian community in Saudi Arabia influenced bilateral ties?
The large and growing Indian community has strengthened people-to-people links, facilitated remittances, and supported reverse investments while enriching cultural exchange.
Frankly Speaking | S14 E6 | Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Q: What has been the impact of high-level leadership visits on the relationship?
Leadership visits and personal engagement between Modi and the Crown Prince have driven momentum, expanded the Strategic Partnership Council, and broadened ministerial cooperation across political, economic, defense, and cultural domains.
Frankly Speaking | S14 E6 | Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Q: Is New Delhi's call for dialogue and de-escalation still the position today given the recent tensions?
Yes, the ambassador emphasized continued calls for dialogue and diplomacy as the path to resolving conflicts, including urging respect for ceasefires and avoidance of attacks on civilian infrastructure.
Frankly Speaking | S14 E2 | Ehud Olmert, Former Prime Minister of Israel
Q: Ahead of Israel's elections, do you see a shift in political leadership that could change regional policy?
Olmert believes there is a real likelihood of a coalition shifting toward opposition parties, including Arab party participation, which could alter Israel's security and diplomatic approach.
Frankly Speaking | S14 E2 | Ehud Olmert, Former Prime Minister of Israel
Q: What are your thoughts on the allegations of ethnic cleansing in the West Bank?
He contends that certain actions by settlers and security forces amount to war crimes and ethnic cleansing, calling for accountability and international scrutiny rather than defensiveness.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arab News

What is Arab News about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise briefing landscape focused on Middle East diplomacy, regional security, and US-Gulf relations, with recurring emphasis on Iran-US negotiations, the Abraham Accords, and the Strait of Hormuz. Episodes frequently weave together geopolitical developments, energy security, and regional mediation efforts, often highlighting how major powers and Gulf states shape stability, sanctions, and economic dynamics. The show is likely especially valuable for professionals in policy, business, and journalism who want rapid, up-to-date context on regional diplomacy and its global implications. A notable strength is its ability to connect high-stakes diplomacy with on-the-ground regional impacts, including energy markets and humanitarian considerat... more

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Arab News launched 5 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Valentina Castellani-Quinn
2. Yossi Mekelberg
3. Suhel Ajaz Khan
4. Nomi Bar-Yaacov
5. Daniel Benaim
6. Faisal Abbas
7. Fouad Siniora
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