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Nawaf Salam

Person · Head_of_state · Lebanon · 715 dispatches indexed · last seen Aug 29, 2026
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International Relations
Saudi Arabia, France push diplomacy on Iran and reject threats to Hormuz

Saudi Arabia and France pledged diplomatic solutions to Iran's nuclear program, condemned vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, and deepened strategic partnership across defense, energy, and regional security through 21 agreements during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's state visit to Paris.

Saudi Gazette · 6d ago
Geopolitical Economics
Salam pushes for stronger economic ties with Syria

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam convened officials to activate the Lebanese-Syrian Business Council, aiming to boost bilateral trade, investment, and transit cooperation while removing private sector barriers and strengthening ties in transport and energy sectors.

سانا · Aug 10
Geopolitical Conflict
Trump rejects Iran truce extension as Lebanon flares

Trump rejected extending a June US-Iran truce after 60 days expired Monday without comprehensive agreement on nuclear issues and Strait of Hormuz control. Simultaneously, Israeli airstrikes killed 11 in Lebanon, threatening a separate ceasefire and destabilizing regional diplomacy.

Arabian Post · Aug 18
Geopolitical Conflict
US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight (August 13, 2026)

Iran's Foreign Minister rejected US President Trump's claim of controlling the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating diplomatic tensions, while UAE residents face flight disruptions due to regional security concerns and heightened airport procedures for India-bound travelers.

Gulf News · Aug 13
Geopolitical Conflict
West Asia war LIVE: Trump 'low-key' bets on economic pressure against Iran

President Trump pursues economic sanctions and inflation pressure against Iran rather than military strikes, while over 25 countries condemn Iranian executions, Israel maintains troops in Lebanon and Gaza despite ceasefire agreements, and the U.S. controls the strategic Hormuz Strait.

The Hindu · Aug 13