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26-11-2025
Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has expressed willingness to negotiate a nuclear deal with the United States, five months after American and Israeli bombs struck several Iranian nuclear installations. In an exclusive interview with The Economist, Araghchi appealed to President Donald Trump to return to the negotiating table, suggesting that a deal could be reached. The interview comes amid tensions in the Middle East, with fragile truces in Gaza and concerns about Iran's nuclear enrichment program.
Entities: Abbas Araghchi, Iran, United States, America, Israel • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
26-11-2025
The article discusses Israel's defense exports, particularly its sale of military technology to Arab states, including Morocco. Despite Israel's unpopularity in the region, its weapons are in high demand, with sales to Arab states making up 12% of its defense exports in 2024. The article highlights the recent announcement of Morocco establishing a production facility for small tactical attack drones with the help of Israel Aerospace Industries.
Entities: Israel, Morocco, Israel Aerospace Industries, Arab states, Hizbullah • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
26-11-2025
The Middle East & Africa section of The Economist's newsletter covers various news stories and analysis, including Iran's foreign minister's interview, the fragile truces in Gaza and between Iran and Israel, Mali's jihadist blockade, Israel's defense exports, Africa's domestic debt crisis, and the potential for war in Ethiopia's Tigray region. The articles provide in-depth analysis of the region's complex geopolitics, conflicts, and economic challenges.
Entities: Iran, Israel, Gaza, Hizbullah, Abbas Araghchi • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
26-11-2025
The article discusses the author's recent visit to Tehran, Iran, where they observed a city that was drabber and less vivacious than during their previous visit six years ago. The author attributes this to the presence of minders who restricted their interactions with locals and controlled the narrative. The article highlights the contrast between the restricted visit and the author's previous experience, where they were able to experience the city's vibrant cultural scene. The author argues that the regime's restrictions on media access are counterproductive and ultimately serve to strengthen the opposition.
Entities: Tehran, Iran, Prophet Muhammad, Fatima, Adam Roberts • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
26-11-2025
The article is an interview with Abbas Araghchi, Iran's foreign minister, conducted by The Economist on November 19th in Tehran. Araghchi discusses Iran's foreign policy, including its desire for a nuclear deal with the United States. The interview took place against the backdrop of fragile truces in the region, including Israel's ceasefire agreements with Gaza and Iran. Araghchi's comments provide insight into Iran's diplomatic efforts and its relations with other countries in the region. The article also touches on other regional issues, such as the killing of a Hizbullah commander and the power of jihadists in Mali.
Entities: Abbas Araghchi, Iran, The Economist, Tehran, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
