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Trending Middle East

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Israel
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Syria
Iran
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United States
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Palestine
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Iraq
Gaza Strip
Turkey
Qatar
United Arab Emirates
ISIS
Sudan

We bring you the top news stories, field reports and in-depth insights from the Middle East and beyond

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In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the world is awaiting Iran’s response to a US proposal aimed at ending the war, as Washington and Tehran move closer to a possible framework agreement covering sanctions, shipping and Iran’s nuclear program... more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the US pauses its “Project Freedom” escort mission in the Strait of Hormuz while maintaining its naval blockade on Iran, as mediation continues through Pakistan.

We also look at a new UN Security Council r... more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, tensions are rising around the Strait of Hormuz after renewed Iranian attacks on the UAE, drawing widespread international condemnation.

We look at the UAE’s response, including intercepted missiles and dr... more

In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, the US prepares to begin escorting foreign vessels through the Strait of Hormuz under a new initiative aimed at easing pressure on global shipping.

In Tehran, Iran says it has received a US response to its... more

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Recent Guests

Anwar Gargash
Diplomatic adviser to UAE President Sheikh Mohammed
United Arab Emirates Government
Episode: Iran containment ‘failed miserably’, UAE official says
Mohammed Shia al-Sudani
Iraqi Prime Minister discussing state control of weapons
Government of Iraq
Episode: Egypt preps military, and Iraqi weapons sovereignty
Nada AlTaher
The National's reporter in Doha for the summit
The National
Episode: Emergency Arab-Islamic begins, and Qatar sends aid to Sweida
Basel Adra
Oscar-winning Palestinian director and activist
Episode: Emergency Arab-Islamic begins, and Qatar sends aid to Sweida
Sameer Hlayla
Palestinian businessman proposed for a governing role in Gaza
Episode: Iran's tense meeting with Beirut, and Syria blames Israel for instability
Amal Jaddou
Palestine's ambassador to the EU
Episode: Israel strikes Syria amid Sweida clashes and Palestinian diplomat calls for Gaza action
Dr. Anwar Gargash
Political figure commenting on Arab interests
United Arab Emirates Government
Episode: Israel strikes Yemen, and Piers Morgan on Gaza
Piers Morgan
British broadcaster
Independent media personality
Episode: Israel strikes Yemen, and Piers Morgan on Gaza
Mina Al-Araibi
Editor-in-chief of The National
The National
Episode: Israel strikes Yemen, and Piers Morgan on Gaza

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Yasmine Altaji
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#119
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#203
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#138
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#217
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#28
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#81
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#3
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#5
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#41
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#108
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#136
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#159
Ireland/News/Daily News
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#167
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#172
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#193
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#200
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#204
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#241
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What is Trending Middle East about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A daily news-oriented program offering top stories, field reports, and in-depth analysis from the Middle East and beyond. Across recent episodes, the focus centers on Israel–Palestine dynamics, Gaza humanitarian and military developments, regional alliances and diplomacy, and the involvement of global actors such as the United States, Egypt, and European powers. The coverage blends breaking events with contextual analysis of militias, governance shifts, and international responses, giving listeners a sense of how regional conflicts intersect with global politics, security, and economics. A notable strength is the host's ability to weave fast-moving regional events with broader geopolitical implications, making it useful for professionals wh... more

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1. Anwar Gargash
2. Mohammed Shia al-Sudani
3. Nada AlTaher
4. Basel Adra
5. Sameer Hlayla
6. Amal Jaddou
7. Dr. Anwar Gargash
8. Piers Morgan

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