Bret Stephens starts a dialogue by teasing a “story about pots and…” before addressing Donald Trump’s Middle East trip and a government shutdown. His approach hints at how personal perceptions—especially vanity—can shape political discussions.
CME Group has opened its first office in the Middle East, underscoring the region’s growing appeal for derivatives. Julie Winkler, Chief Commercial Officer, highlights the strategic importance of Middle Eastern capital flows in driving this pivotal expansion.
More than two years after a brutal attack on Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas has freed the last 20 living hostages in Gaza. Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel Daniel Shapiro described the release as “the beginning of a healing.” The development marks an important turn in the long-standing tensions of the region.
Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice, two former secretaries of state, have praised the Trump administration for its initial work on a Gaza peace plan. The pair spoke to CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell, calling the developments in the Middle East “monumental.”
Crusoe has acquired Israeli GPU optimizer Atero to amplify its AI workloads and expand its reach into the Middle East. Founded in 2024, Atero specializes in boosting GPU utilization and is expected to provide Crusoe with new market opportunities. This move strengthens Crusoe’s technology portfolio while deepening its quest for cutting-edge AI solutions.
Kuwait Airways is set to significantly expand its flight network in 2025, largely due to increased demand in key markets such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, Egypt, Turkey, India, Thailand, Bangladesh, and the Philippines. This strategic growth highlights the airline’s focus on both Middle Eastern and Asian destinations.
U.S. tech giants are turning their focus to the Middle East as the region emerges as the next major frontier for artificial intelligence—a move Wedbush analysts call a “watershed moment” for Big Tech.
This summer, the Middle East is set to elevate the festival experience with the launch of its first ‘Party Plane’ bound for a premier music event. The innovative flight promises to combine travel and entertainment like never before.
