Russia and UAE Talk About Peace in the Middle East

May 16, 2026, 17:11

Introduction

President Putin of Russia and President Zayed of the UAE talked on the phone. They talked about problems in Iran and safety in the region.

Main Body

The two leaders want peace. They want all countries to agree and work together. Russia and the UAE also have good trade. President Putin thanked the UAE for helping people in the Ukraine war. On February 28, the US and Israel attacked Iran. Then, Iran attacked Israel and the US. Iran also stopped ships from moving through the water. Pakistan helped stop the fighting on April 8, but the countries still do not have a final plan. Now, the President of Syria met a man from the US. They talked about money and trade. The US and Iran are not talking now. This makes people worried about the price of oil and food.

Conclusion

The region is still not safe. Leaders are trying to find a way to keep the peace.

Learning

🌍 Who is doing what?

In this story, we see people and countries acting. To reach A2, you must know how to say who did the action.

The Pattern: [Person/Place] + [Action Word]

President Putin $\rightarrow$ talked
The leaders $\rightarrow$ want
Pakistan $\rightarrow$ helped
The US and Iran $\rightarrow$ are not talking

⏳ Then vs. Now

Look at how the words change when we move from the past to today:

Past (Finished)	Now (Happening)
attacked	are talking
stopped	is not safe
met	are trying

Quick Tip: To talk about the past, we often add -ed to the action word (like talked or helped). This is a key step for A2 English!

Vocabulary Learning

leaders (n.)

People who are in charge of a group or country.

Example:The leaders of the two countries met to discuss the future.

peace (n.)

A state where there is no fighting or war.

Example:They hope to bring peace to the region.

agree (v.)

To have the same opinion or decision.

Example:Both sides need to agree on a plan.

trade (n.)

The buying and selling of goods between countries.

Example:Russia and the UAE have good trade relations.

thank (v.)

To show gratitude or appreciation.

Example:President Putin thanked the UAE for its help.

war (n.)

A conflict between countries that uses weapons.

Example:The Ukraine war has caused many problems.

attacked (v.)

To strike or harm with force.

Example:The US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28.

ships (n.)

Large boats that travel on water.

Example:Iran stopped ships from moving through the water.

water (n.)

A clear liquid that is essential for life.

Example:The ships had to navigate through the water safely.

food (n.)

Anything that people eat to stay healthy.

Example:The price of oil and food is a big concern for many people.