Heavy Israeli strikes leave destruction in south Beirut
Dubai: Heavy overnight Israeli air strikes have left widespread destruction across the southern suburbs of Beirut, with images showing rubble-strewn streets, damaged buildings, and smoke rising from several neighbourhoods. The area, widely considered a stronghold of Hezbollah, was targeted after Is»»»
Azerbaijan says Iran struck its territory, as war spills over border
The war in the Middle East has spilled over Iran's northern border, with Azerbaijan saying Iranian drones struck its Nakhchivan exclave on Thursday. The airport terminal was hit, a drone exploded near a school, injuring civilians, and another drone was shot down. Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev»»»
Trump Urges Iranian Kurds to Attack Iran
US President Donald Trump encouraged Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq to launch attacks against Iran as the Middle East conflict widened, with Azerbaijan warning it would retaliate for being targeted by Iranian missiles. Israel on Friday said it had started a "broad-scale" wave of attacks against inf»»»
Trump says Zelensky ‘has to get on the ball’ to reach Russia deal
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the main obstacle to reaching a deal with Russia, describing President Vladimir Putin as cooperative. Trump said Zelensky “has to get on the ball” and make compromises to secure an agreement. US President Donald&n»»»
Qatar Airways extends flight suspension amid airspace closure
Qatar Airways has announced the continuation of the temporary suspension of its flights as the closure of Qatari airspace remains in place, according to a report by Qatar News Agency (QNA). The airline said operations will stay suspended until authorities confirm that the country’s airspace has saf»»»
New rule: Refuse headphones? United Airlines may boot you from flights
United Airlines will now remove passengers from flights who refuse to use headphones while listening to audio on personal devices. The airline’s updated policy could even lead to a permanent ban for repeat offenders. According to the Washington Post, the new rule was added to United’s contract of c»»»
Are people panic buying in the UAE? What shoppers and retailers say
Dubai: Rumours of panic buying have circulated across the UAE in recent days amid regional geopolitical developments, yet visits to several supermarkets across the country show shoppers continuing their routine grocery purchases while retailers confirm strong stock levels across essential goods. Si»»»
Ramadan 2026: How a Hindu expat in Dubai marked 23 years of fasting
Dubai: Meet Satheesh Kumar, a Dubai resident since 2002. Although he adheres to Hinduism, Kumar has been observing the fast during the holy month of Ramadan for the past 23 years while living in the UAE. For him, Ramadan is a time to be one with the community in sharing and living out good deeds. H»»»
Intense Israeli Strikes Hit Iran and Lebanon as US Warns Bombardment Will ‘Surge Dramatically’
Intense Israeli airstrikes pounded the capitals of Iran and Lebanon early Friday as the US apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea in its unrelenting campaign against the country’s fleet of warships. Iran launched new retaliatory attacks in the Middle East at the end of a full week of bom»»»
Cancelled UAE flights? How to manage refunds and rebook on major airlines
UAE airlines are gradually resuming operations following recent regional disruptions. Limited flights are operating across Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, and flydubai. Passengers are advised to travel only with confirmed bookings and to regularly check airline websites or apps for updates. A»»»
Bullion swings amid war tensions, strong dollar and shifting Fed rate outlook
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai rose on Friday morning after several days of volatile trading, though the metal remains below the record levels reached earlier this month amid global market uncertainty. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At 9.15 am on Friday, the price of 24-»»»
Passengers describe "surreal" scramble to board first government flight out of Middle East
British nationals who landed in the UK on the first government-arranged flight out of the Middle East since the widespread conflict began six day ago have shared tales of how they scrambled across national borders to get on the plane. The flight, originally scheduled to leave Oman's capital Muscat »»»
Orbán: Europe is preparing for a war economy, Hungary must stay on a peace path
Speaking at the Macronomx Economic Year Opening event, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán delivered a stark warning about the direction of Europe’s economy, arguing that while many economic forecasts assume a peaceful environment, the reality discussed among European leaders is very different. According t»»»
Abu Dhabi hotels and attractions operating normally, says DCT
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has confirmed that all hotels, attractions and tourism experiences across the emirate are operating normally and continue to welcome visitors. In statements to the media, the department said tourism services across Abu Dhabi remain fully operational»»»
Emirates NBD waives ATM fees across UAE and GCC until March 31
Dubai: Emirates NBD has waived a range of banking fees for customers across the UAE and the wider Gulf, making cash and card services easier to access during a period of heightened regional uncertainty. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The bank informed customers in an »»»
QRCS provides emergency shelter for Sudan flood victims
Tribune News Network Doha As part of its multi-sector response to the floods in Sudan, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has initiated distribution of shelter tents to affected families in River Nile, North Kordofan, and White Nile States, with 866 family tents delivered, out of a total of 1,066 te»»»
Here are the latest updates, from flight restorations to alerts and public safety
The UAE air defences intercepted missiles and drones, with authorities fully prepared to counter threats and safeguard national security. Airports and airlines have resumed limited flights, while early spring breaks have been announced for schools and universities, and some exams cancelled. Updates»»»
UAE flight status March 6: What travellers need to know about limited services
UAE airports and airlines are gradually resuming operations following recent regional disruptions. While limited flights have restarted across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, passengers are advised to travel only with confirmed bookings. Also Read: US–Israel war on Iran ent»»»
“We never expected Iran to launch such an aggressive war against us,” Gargash says
Abu Dhabi: The UAE is committed to peace and regional stability but is fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and protect everyone living on its soil, Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, has said. Speaking during an interview on the “Maraya Podcast”, produced by the Sharjah»»»
Sheikh Hamdan and Prince Khalid bin Salman condemn attacks on UAE, Saudi Arabia in phone call
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, held a phone call yesterday (Thursday) with Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Defence of Saudi Arabia. During the call, the two sides d»»»
How long will Strait of Hormuz tanker crisis keep oil prices rising?
Dubai: Escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted tanker traffic and driven oil prices higher, raising concerns for global energy markets and Gulf trade routes. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings says the disruption »»»
Weather update: Light rain expected across UAE in coming days
Dubai: The UAE will experience fair to partly cloudy weather on Friday, with periods of cloud cover particularly over western areas, according to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM). The weather bulletin said light to moderate north-westerly winds will prevail across the country, occasionally »»»
Civilian areas targeted: Kuwait reveals drone attack toll
The Kuwait Ministry of Defense reported that since the start of operations targeting Kuwaiti airspace, 212 ballistic missiles and 394 drones have been detected and intercepted by the armed forces. Colonel Saud Al Atwan, spokesperson for the ministry, said the attacks involved missiles and armed dro»»»
UAE: Readiness and transparency as pillars of security and stability
In its effective and highly professional handling of the Iranian missile and drone attacks it has faced, the United Arab Emirates has demonstrated exceptional readiness and capability in containing threats to its national security. It has managed the repercussions of such crises with the utmost pro»»»
UAE condemns Iranian drone strike on Azerbaijan
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Iranian drone strike targeting the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan, considering these hostile acts a dangerous escalation, a flagrant violation of state sovereignty, and a direct threat to regional security and stability. In a s»»»
UAE weather update for next five days: NCM
ABU DHABI: The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a weather forecast for the period from from Friday, 06 March 2026, to Tuesday, 10 March 2026. Friday Weather: Fair to partly cloudy and cloudy at times westward. Wind: Light to moderate Northwesterly winds and fresh at times westward, causi»»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»
Trump takes from Putin playbook with state-backed Hormuz maritime insurance
It wasn’t missiles that closed the straits of Hormuz. It was insurance companies. As bne IntelliNews reported, the mere threat of an attack on a tanker is enough for international insurance companies, concentrated in London, to cancel war-risk insurance and force them to drop anchor or leave the Gu»»»