Geopolitics and sanctions dominate the business picture, with conflict around the Gulf and policy shifts from Washington to Ankara reshaping the operating environment. The day also brings a reminder that enforcement actions and security decisions can quickly affect trade, finance...
Geopolitics and sanctions dominate the business picture, with conflict around the Gulf and policy shifts from Washington to Ankara reshaping the operating environment. The day also brings a reminder that enforcement actions and security decisions can quickly affect trade, finance and transport links.
Yemen’s Houthi movement says it launches missiles and drones at “sensitive” sites in Riyadh, as flames and thick black smoke are seen near King Khalid International Airport and booms are heard in the area. The incident points to renewed risk for Saudi infrastructure and air transport in the capital.
Denmark and Greenland say a proposed security agreement with the United States preserves Greenland’s sovereignty, pushing back after President Donald Trump says the deal would give Washington “permanent” control tied to the Arctic island’s security. The response seeks to reassure that closer U.S. involvement does not change Greenland’s political status.
The United States lifts sanctions on Eritrea’s ruling party and military, reversing restrictions imposed under the Biden administration. The Treasury decision marks a significant policy shift in Washington’s approach to Eritrea and removes measures that had targeted key pillars of the state’s power structure.
Turkey revokes the operating licence of Iran’s Bank Mellat for its main Istanbul branch, ending 44 years of activity there. The move comes as U.S. sanctions pressure on Iran intensifies and removes a long-standing Iranian banking presence from Turkey’s commercial hub.
Irish authorities arrest two women after seizing drugs worth €447,800 in a Dublin operation involving gardaí, Revenue and customs officers. The haul includes drugs and related items, and the case underlines continued enforcement pressure on illicit trade moving through the capital.
Top Business stories
- Houthis say they hit “sensitive” sites in Riyadh as smoke rises near airport (29 sources)
- Houthis claim drone and missile strikes near Riyadh airport (9 sources)
- Denmark and Greenland say US security deal preserves Greenland’s sovereignty (6 sources)
- Turkey revokes Bank Mellat operating license amid intensifying US sanctions on Iran (4 sources)
- Man charged after elderly woman fatally stabbed at Bondi Beach unit (3 sources)
- Two women arrested after €447,800 drugs seized in Dublin operation (3 sources)
- Dietitian warns even “healthy” eating can harm gut health (3 sources)
- Tata Steel asks UK government for more funding amid Port Talbot green steel delays (3 sources)
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