The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the recent aggressive statements made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu targeting the State of Qatar. The UAE reaffirmed its unwavering solidarity with Qatar, emphasizing that threats against one Gulf nation are threats against the entire region. In an official statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs underlined that Qatar’s security and stability are integral to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) system. The ministry noted that any hostile action toward a Gulf state undermines regional security and destabilizes the collective unity that has been a cornerstone of Gulf cooperation for decades. The ministry…
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Iraq fuel oil exports to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) saw a notable rise in September, reaching 33,000 barrels per day (bpd). The figures come from data provided by S&P Global Commodity Insights, highlighting the increasing importance of Iraq as a supplier of refined petroleum products in the Gulf region. The exports, directed mainly through the UAE’s Fujairah port, reflect a broader regional trend of growing demand for refined fuels. In September alone, inflows of refined products through Fujairah averaged more than 1 million bpd. This marked a sharp increase compared to August, when inflows stood at 669,000 bpd. The…
