Trump Sets Iran Deal Deadline; Oil Hits Six-Month High | Horizons Middle East & Africa 2/20/2026

Tensions are escalating once again in the Middle East as US President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on Iran. Trump said Tehran has 15 days at most to reach a deal over its nuclear program. Also on the show: Oil prices rise to six-month highs as geopolitical tensions weighed on risk sentiment; tensions rise in the Horn of Africa, with Ethiopia and Eritrea deploying troops near the Tigray region; Nigeria redirects oil & gas revenue to boost state finances; Trump heralds billions in aid, troop commitments for Gaza.

Guests include: Selena Ling, Chief Economist & Head of Global Markets Research & Strategy, OCBC Bank; Carole Nakhle, CEO, Crystol Energy

Horizons Middle East & Africa is your daily spotlight on one of the world's fastest-growing regions. Live from Dubai, we bring you the latest global markets and analysis, plus news-making interviews, with a special focus on MEA. All that and more, as you head to the office in the Gulf, pause for lunch in Hong Kong, or start your day in London or Johannesburg.

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