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  An aerial view of the island of Qeshm, separated from the Iranian mainland by the Clarence Strait. Iran has launched a new wave of attacks on U.S. Gulf allies, escalating an already volatile regional conflict. On Tuesday, Iranian forces targeted the United Arab Emirates in what officials described as retaliatory strikes amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. President Donald Trump publicly criticized Gulf allies for what he called a lack of gratitude and cooperation during a tense naval standoff in the Strait of Hormuz.  Escalating Conflict The conflict, now in its third week, has seen Iran expand its attacks beyond expected targets, striking both the UAE and Israel. U.S. officials revealed that Trump had been warned such retaliation was likely, despite his claims of being caught off guard.  Strategic and Economic Fallout The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, with U.S. allies refusing Trump’s requests to help reopen the critical waterway. This blo...

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Healthy Meals: Grilled Chicken with Roasted Vegetables



Ingredients

For the marinade

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • black pepper to taste

For grilling

  • 4 large chicken breasts skinless + de-boned
  • 2 bell peppers seeds removed and sliced into thick strips
  • broccolini
  • 12-16 spears asparagus woody ends trimmed
  • 2-3 large zucchini/courgette sliced into thick slices


Instructions

  • Pre-heat the grill/griddle pan. 
  • Season the chicken with salt and allow to sit while you make the marinade.
  • Combine all the marinade ingredients and mix well. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and the other half over the vegetables. Allow to marinade for a few minutes. 
  • Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until cooked to your preference. Remove from the grill, cover with foil and allow to rest while you grill the vegetables. 
  • Grill the vegetables until they are starting to char and are cooked to your preference. 
  • Remove from the grill and serve with the chicken and lemon wedges for squeezing. 

Notes

  • Vegetable amounts are just a guide, use as much or as little as you wish. Also feel free to swap out vegetables you prefer. 

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