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Saudi Arabia Seeks to Reroute IMEC Through Syria, Bypassing Israel

Saudi Arabia is promoting an initiative to remove Israel from the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) project and reroute the transportation corridor through Syria instead, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is a major infrastructure initiative designed to transport goods between the Indian subcontinent and Europe through the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Israel, and Greece. The project was announced by U. S. President Joe Biden during the G20 Summit in September 2023. The original concept envisioned a railway running through Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Israel as part of a broader normalization process between Saudi Arabia and Israel. Cargo would then be shipped to Europe through the Israeli port of Haifa.
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BRICS News
· Jul 8, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN: 🇸🇦🇮🇱 Saudi Arabia reportedly pushes to reroute the India-Middle East-Europe E [...]
JUST IN: Saudi Arabia reportedly pushes to reroute the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor through Syria, bypassing Israel.@BRICSNews
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 10, 2026
UAE, Bahrain welcome U.S. move to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list
Abu Dhabi/Manama, July 10 (SANA) The United Arab Emirates and Bahrain welcomed the United States’ decision to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, saying the move would support reconstruction efforts, attract investment and help reintegrate Syria into the global economy. The UAE Foreign Ministry said the decision announced by U.S. President []
Intel Slava
· Jul 13, 2026
[Video] 🇮🇷🇾🇪❌🇸🇦 — Footage captures the moment Saudi Arabian airstrikes struck Sana'a Int [...]
— Footage captures the moment Saudi Arabian airstrikes struck Sana'a International Airport in Yemen.@IntelSlava
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 13, 2026
Iraqi premier arrives in Washington for talks with Trump, expected to seal energy deals
Ali al-Zaidi’s first overseas trip also to focus on efforts to place weapons in Iraq under state control
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jun 26, 2026
Syria: Israeli forces conduct brief incursions in Daraa countryside
Syria: Israeli forces conduct brief incursions in Daraa countryside
Hindustan Times
· Jul 13, 2026
Israel’s Buffer-Zone Military Strategy
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The Eastern Herald
· Jul 10, 2026
Saudi Arabia Weighs Rerouting IMEC Through Syria, Sidelining Israel
Saudi Arabia is examining whether to reroute the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor through Syria rather than Israel, according to two sources familiar with discussions, in a potential setback for Israel that reflects changing Gulf priorities after a year of war in Gaza.
Presstv
· Jul 5, 2026
Resistance has transcended borders after Leader’s martyrdom, Iranian commander says
Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says warns that Israel and the United States now face a united Islamic front following the martyrdom of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Qatar News Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Military Incursions in Southern Syria
Riyadh, June 29 (QNA) - Saudi Arabia has condemned Israeli military incursions into Syrian territory and the shelling of the southern governorates of Quneitra and Daraa, describing the actions as continued violations of international law and regional stability.
AzerNews
· Jul 5, 2026
Macron to visit Syria with business delegation
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Syria with a business delegation, the Syrian Presidency said Sunday, without specifying when the trip would take place, AzerNEWS reports.
Saudi Gazette
· Jul 9, 2026
Saudi Arabia welcomes US move to remove Syria from terrorism list
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia on Thursday welcomed the United States' decision to begin procedures to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, where it has remained since 1979.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the Kingdom's support for the positive steps being taken by the Syrian government to strengthen the country's security and stability, rebuild state institutions and fulfill the aspirations of the Syrian people for a more stable and prosperous future.U.S. President Donald Trump informed Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa of the decision during their meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara on Wednesday.U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said lifting the designation would unlock international trade and investment, give Syria a chance to rebuild, and open up a new chapter for the Syrian people.
The Tribune
· Jul 7, 2026
EAM Jaishankar arrives in Kuwait, thanks Deputy FM for warm welcome; looks forward to engagements
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Al-Monitor
· Jun 29, 2026
CENTCOM chief in Lebanon as Israel prepares partial withdrawal steps
The Lebanese military is expected to move into Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh after Israeli forces withdraw.
The Cradle
· Jul 9, 2026
Trump to remove Syria from terror list after meeting with former Al-Qaeda chief
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· Jul 9, 2026
World : France Sees Syria As Alternative Oil Route Amid Hormuz Tensions, Foreign Minister Says
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Yemen Press Agency
· Jul 12, 2026
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· Jun 21, 2026
Iraq Moves to Diversify Oil Exports via Syria Amid Hormuz Disruptions
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Al Jazeera English
· Jul 4, 2026
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· Jul 13, 2026
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· Jul 5, 2026
Macron set for historic Syria visit, boosting post-Assad regime
French President Emmanuel Macron will soon visit Syria, making him the first Western leader to travel there since the 2024 collapse of the Bashar Al-Assad regime.
TASS
· Jun 30, 2026
Iran exports over 40 mln barrels of oil after US blockade lifted — parliament speaker
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Al Jazeera
· Jul 2, 2026
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NDTV
· Jul 8, 2026
US To Remove Syria From Terror Blacklist In Move To Boost Ties With Al-Sharaa
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