Middle East: What You Need to Know for August 24

The video covers key Middle East developments, including Iran and Saudi Arabia's potential diplomatic exchange, Jared Kushner's Middle East tour focusing on Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts, Omantel's acquisition of a stake in Zain Group, and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange's plans for an IPO. These events highlight ongoing geopolitical and economic shifts in the region.

What event is expected to precede the potential diplomatic exchange between Iran and Saudi Arabia?

• The Iranian New Year

• The Hajj pilgrimage

• The end of Ramadan

• The Saudi National Day

What was a key topic during Jared Kushner's meeting with Egypt's president?

• Tourism development

• Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts

• Military cooperation

• Trade agreements

Why did the U.S. decide to withhold $300 million in aid from Egypt?

• To improve Egypt's human rights record

• To encourage economic reforms

• To support military expansion

• To promote educational initiatives

What is Omantel's strategic move in the telecommunications sector?

• Launching a new mobile service

• Acquiring a stake in Zain Group

• Building a new data center

• Partnering with a European telecom company

What is the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange planning to do in the next two years?

• Launch a new trading platform

• Go public with an IPO

• Introduce cryptocurrency trading

• Merge with another exchange