Dubai: Operations at Bahrain’s national energy company have been disrupted after an attack struck its refinery complex, prompting the group to issue a formal force majeure notice while the wider Middle East conflict continues to escalate. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balance»»»

On 17 February, the Indian Navy posted a cheerful message on X. "Welcome!" it wrote, greeting the Iranian warship Iris Dena as it steamed into the port of Visakhapatnam to join an international naval gathering. Photographs showed sailors in crisp whites and a grey frigate gliding in the sea harbour»»»

Bulgaria is not being used as a logistical base for U.S. operations in Iran, clarified Acting Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov in an interview with bTV. He emphasized that Bulgarian territory is not considered a target by Iranian authorities. The Minister explained that the deployment of U.S. plan»»»

American intelligence agencies said Iran could retrieve its primary store of highly enriched uranium even though it was entombed under the country’s nuclear site at Isfahan by US strikes last year. Multiple officials familiar with the classified reports told The New York Times on Sunday Iran can no»»»

Several Lebanese MPs from the Change parliamentary bloc and independent lawmakers launched a wave of criticism against Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haikal, suggesting that the army has been lenient in implementing government decisions regarding the disarmament of Hezbollah north of the »»»

Dubai: Gold buyers in the UAE received a brief window of relief on Monday morning after local bullion prices dropped by around Dh10 per gram, reversing part of the strong rally that had pushed prices close to record highs earlier in the month. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Ba»»»

The Ministry of Health confirmed that a hostile Iranian drone strike early on 9 March in the Sitra area has left 32 Bahraini citizens injured, including children. Four are in serious condition and have required surgical intervention. Those injured include a 17-year-old girl with severe head and eye»»»

Iran launched new attacks after naming Mojtaba Khamenei, son of its late supreme leader, as his successor—a move rejected by US President Donald Trump. Over the weekend, both sides struck new targets, including civilian sites, with Bahrain reporting damage to a key desalination plant and Israel hit»»»

Dubai: After five years of rapid expansion, analysts are forecasting a period of price moderation as new supply enters the market. However, they are optimistic that even though prices may soften over the next 12 to 18 months, a steady increase in the emirate's population will be able to absorb the »»»

Dubai: Filipino expatriates in the UAE are finding stronger value in their remittances after the Philippine peso slipped to one of its weakest levels against the UAE dirham in recent months, pushing the exchange rate to around Dh1 for 16.17 pesos on March 9. Sign up for our daily business newslette»»»

As tensions continue on day 10 of the US–Israel–Iran conflict, UAE authorities have issued a series of updates affecting security, travel, markets and daily life. Here’s what UAE residents need to know right now. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app - it's completely»»»

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung speaks during an emergency economy response meeting on Middle East tensions held at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Monday. Photo by Yonhap President Lee Jae Myung on Monday called for authorities to swiftly introduce a cap on local fuel prices, and preemptive respons»»»

UAE carriers have begun resuming limited flight operations amid ongoing regional airspace restrictions. Passengers are advised to avoid travelling to the airport unless contacted by their airline or holding a confirmed booking, as all flights remain subject to safety checks and operational clearanc»»»

The Ministry of Civil Aviation is closely monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia, which continues to affect air travel between India and the region. Airlines are making operational adjustments to ensure passenger safety and smooth flight operations. Data for March 7 shows 51 inbound flights»»»

Iran's Assembly of Experts has named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his slain father Ali Khamenei as the country's supreme leader, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran more than a week into its conflict with the United States and Israel.  Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran's »»»

According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the country is expected to see partly cloudy to cloudy skies at times throughout the week, with a chance of rainfall and shifting wind patterns. For today, skies will remain partly cloudy to cloudy, with rainfall possible over some western, coa»»»

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The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence has confirmed that air defences are currently addressing a missile threat. Residents are advised to remain in safe locations and follow all warnings and updates from official channels. Also Read: US‑Israel war on Iran day 10: Mojtaba Khamenei named supre»»»

Etihad Airways has released its updated flight schedule for 10 March 2026, as part of its phased resumption of limited commercial operations from Abu Dhabi. The airline will operate to a number of key destinations, with services carefully coordinated to meet safety and security requirements. Also R»»»

The satellite image posted by an Iranian news outlet looked real: a devastated US base in Qatar. But it was an AI-generated fake, underscoring the accelerating threat of tech-enabled disinformation during wartime. The rise of generative AI has turbocharged the ability of state actors and propagandi»»»

Iran fired missiles at Israel early Monday in the name of the Islamic republic's new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who was selected to succeed his slain father despite threats by the United States and Israel to target him next. Nine days after US-Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and plunge»»»

Doha: Several explosions were heard on Monday in the Qatari capital Doha, AFP journalists said, as Gulf nations reported new attacks with Iran pressing its retaliatory strikes across the region. Doha has been targetted by waves of Iranian drones and missiles since Iran launched a sprawling retaliat»»»

US President Donald Trump said Saturday that he did not want the Kurds to launch an offensive against Iran. "We're not looking to the Kurds going in," he told reporters in a briefing aboard Air Force One. "We're very friendly with the Kurds, as you know, but we don't want to make the war any more c»»»

For decades, Mojtaba Khamenei was one of the most powerful yet least visible figures inside the Iranian system — a cleric with deep influence over security forces but almost no public political role. On Sunday (March 8, 2026), that changed dramatically when the 56-year-old was elevated as the new s»»»

Dubai: The widening Middle East conflict is beginning to reshape global trading patterns, lifting demand for oil and gold while raising concerns about energy supply, shipping disruption and soaring war-risk insurance. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Retail trading acti»»»

Share: File- Mojtaba Khamenei has been named as Iran’s new supreme leader President Donald Trump said last week that Mojtaba Khamenei would be “unacceptable,” and Issued rael has vowed to target any declared successor to Ali Khamenei. Mojtaba Khamenei has been named as Iran’s new supreme leader jus»»»

The Saudi defence ministry has confirmed the interception of four drones and a ballistic missile, underscoring the persistent security risks to the Kingdom’s critical energy and military assets. According to a ministry sta»»»

The Saudi defence ministry has confirmed the interception of four drones and a ballistic missile, underscoring the persistent security risks to the Kingdom’s critical energy and military assets. According to a ministry sta»»»

Share: Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran’s late supreme leader, has been named his successor, Iranian state TV announced early Monday, as the war that began a little over a week ago with his father’s killing took a dramatic turn. The younger Khamenei, who had not been seen or heard from publicly sinc»»»

Authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah are responding to a fire that broke out in the Fujairah Oil Tanks area after debris from successful air defence interceptions fell in the vicinity. No injuries have been reported, and the public will be informed of any developments as they arise. The competent»»»

Mojtaba Khamenei will replace his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Iran's new supreme leader. A statement by the Assembly of Experts - an 88-member clerical body tasked with selecting the supreme leader - was read aloud by a presenter on state TV. Mojtaba Khamenei takes over from his father - who»»»

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have spoken for the first time since the US president angrily criticised the UK's Iran response. No 10 released limited details of the call, saying the two leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East and military cooperation between the UK and US. On Saturda»»»

Iran's ruling clerics on Sunday appointed the slain leader's son, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, as the country's new supreme leader, defying threats from the United States and Israel to oppose him. Nine days after U.S.-Israeli strikes killed the elder Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and plunged the Middle Eas»»»

Kari Lake's actions at Voice of America and its parent agency, including massive layoffs last year, were invalidated by a federal judge because she was not eligible for the position. File Photo by Greg Nash/UPI | License Photo March 8 (UPI) -- A federal judge invalidated Kari Lake's efforts to dism»»»

QNA Doha Qatar Airways intends to operate a number of flights in the coming days to support passengers whose travel has been affected by the current situations in the region, and to facilitate their return to their families as quickly and safely as possible, in line with the statement issued by the»»»

Dubai: Oil prices across the Gulf have jumped sharply, rising above global and US oil prices as concerns grow over shipping routes in the region amid escalating tensions with Iran. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The increase has pushed Murban crude oil, the UAE’s main»»»

Iran’s Assembly of Experts has selected Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new supreme leader following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according by one of its members on March 8. The supreme leader holds u»»»

Thousands of travellers waited in hours-long queues at US airports on Sunday amid increased spring travel and limited security personnel - who have been working without pay during a partial US government shutdown. Photos show people standing in long queues at check points managed by the Department »»»

President Donald Trump on Sunday said he would not sign any other bills until the Senate passes the SAVE Act and sends it to his desk to be signed. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo March 8 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said on Sunday he will not sign any legislation until the U.S. Sena»»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»

Dubai has only ten days of fresh food left after the closure of the Straits of Hormuz has cut the United Arab Emirates (UAE) off from all its imports, including food. In Abu Dhabi, with the prospect of the region becoming unliveable, real estate prices are also collapsing. »»»