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While the weather is currently on the quieter side here in the CONUS, parts of the Middle East may experience a rare, high-end (even by our standards) severe weather setup on Thursday. A closed, compact and powerful upper trough will move across the region, with the exit region situated over parts is Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and UAE. Seasonally deep moisture will be present, with high instability likely. Some capping may be present, which could limit storm development, but could be just weak enough to promote more isolated supercellular storms, capable of all severe hazards. If storms form, a significant severe weather/tornado event may ensue across parts of the region, mainly closer to the coastal regions.

Powerful storm system to inundate the Middle East with heavy rain and thunderstorms -- including potential for massive hail and tornadoes. Yet another extreme weather event for 2026 -- part of a string of "code red" climate shocks.