Is Dubai finished? A millionaire Mecca meets the harsh reality of great power politics
Dubai, the city of clean, safe streets, discreet banks, abundant air travel options and red carpets rolled out for the rich, is watching its reputation unravel under the weight of foreign military ambitions. The most populous city of the United Arab Emirates is paying the price of the US-Israeli wa»»»
Fighting drones with drones: Ukraine’s playbook for modern air defence
After four years of relentless war, Ukraine has learned a thing or two about defending its homeland, often achieving interception rates approaching 90 percent against Iranian-designed Shahed-type drones. Today, Kyiv is offering to share that hard-earned battlefield expertise with Gulf states seekin»»»
Flying from UAE today? Check flight status, timings, destinations and rebooking
Air travel in the UAE continues under a reduced schedule due to ongoing regional airspace restrictions. Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, and Air Arabia are operating limited flights to key destinations, with passengers advised to check their flight status, ensure bookings are confirmed, and follow offic»»»
Trump Urges Countries Importing Oil Through Strait of Hormuz to Secure Strait
US President Donald called on countries receiving oil through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure security of the strait, promising US assistance and coordination. "Countries of the World that receive Oil through the Hormuz Strait must take care of that passage, and we will help — A LOT!" Trump said on »»»
Israel Tells US It Faces Severe Shortage of Interceptor Missiles - Reports
Israeli authorities have informed the United States that they were experiencing a severe shortage of ballistic missile interceptors amid the conflict with Iran, Semafor reported citing unnamed US officials. According to the publication, Israel entered the conflict with Iran already low on intercept»»»
Trump Admits Zelensky Complicating Ukrainian Settlement Deal
US President Donald Trump said that it was easier to negotiate a Ukrainian settlement with Russian President Vladimir Putin than with Volodymyr Zelensky. "Far more difficult to make a deal with [Zelensky than with Putin]," Trump said in a phone interview with NBC News. "I’m surprised that Zelensky »»»
US‑Israel war with Iran Day 16: What UAE residents need to know today
Authorities across the UAE have issued a series of updates covering arrests related to online misinformation, security incidents, public safety guidance and service changes. Here are the key developments residents should be aware of. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News »»»
Gargash says UAE exercises restraint despite 1909 Iranian attacks
Abu Dhabi: Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, stressed that the country has the right to defend itself against the imposed terrorist aggression, while continuing to exercise restraint and prioritise stability and diplomatic solutions. Also Read: US-Israel war on Iran day 16»»»
Dubai Chambers’ Building Materials Group hosts ‘Solidarity Suhoor’ expressing unity, gratitude in UAE leadership
Dubai: Building materials businessmen, industry executives, and prominent Emirati figures have gathered in Dubai for a “Solidarity Suhoor” to express gratitude, trust, love, and faith for the UAE leadership and reaffirm their confidence in the country’s stability and future growth. The gathering, h»»»
My letter to my dead daughter - after forgiving the man who killed her
Ann Grosmaire was shot dead by her boyfriend not long after turning 19. Nearly 16 years on, Ann's mother Kate says she's forgiven the man who took her daughter's life. "Forgiveness allowed us to move forward and heal," she says. "Do we continue to feel grief? "Of course we do. But we aren't impriso»»»
Digital knowledge is a child’s right and a national responsibility
Every generation grows up in a world shaped by the tools and knowledge of its time. Today’s children are growing up in a digital world that influences how they learn, how they communicate and how they understand the realities around them. If we recognise education as a fundamental right of every ch»»»
FCC's Carr issues license threat over Iran war coverage - UPI.com
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr on Saturday threatened the broadcasting licenses of news organizations broadcasting "fake news" about the war in Iran, echoing complaints from other members of the Trump administration about reports on the conflict. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI »»»
Oscars 2026: What to expect, how to watch and who will win
Hollywood stars are gearing up for Sunday night's Oscars, in an exciting year for the awards race where several categories are too close to call. Political thriller One Battle After Another is the favourite to win best picture, but it faces tough competition from vampire horror Sinners, which has a»»»
IRGC: 51st Wave of Operation True Promise 4 Targeted Al-Kharj US Air Base
The Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the execution of the 51st wave of Operation “True Promise 4,” through the launch of a combined liquid- and solid-fueled missile system targeting US forces at Al-Kharj Air Base, which the IRGC considers a launchpad»»»
BBC visits aftermath of Israeli strike on Lebanon that killed family as IDF targets Hezbollah
Warning - this article contains a graphic description of the aftermath of an explosion. As Israel continues to attack targets connected to Hezbollah in Lebanon, the BBC visited the remains of a home where eight members of a family, including three children, were killed in a strike. The yellow flag »»»
Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of attempting to exploit the war in the Middle East to cause "even greater destruction" in his country. He said Ukraine needed air-defence systems regardless of what was happening elsewhere. The US-Israeli war with Iran has led to many air-d»»»
Several insurers are bracing for losses from escalating Iran-US war
Dubai: Insurers covering ships, aircraft and political violence risks are facing rising exposure from the Iran-U.S. conflict, though losses are expected to remain manageable for large global players, according to a new report by Moody’s Ratings. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»
UN chief says 'diplomatic avenues' available to stop war in Lebanon
U.N. chief Antonio Guterres said Saturday on a visit to Beirut that diplomatic channels remained open to end the war between Israel and Hezbollah and urged the international community to support Lebanon. Lebanon was dragged into the Middle East war last week when Hezbollah attacked Israel in respon»»»
The cost of war and lost chance for development
Wars often show a clear economic contradiction. Huge amounts of money are spent on military operations, while many basic development needs in the world remain underfunded. The current conflict is a clear example. The cost of direct military operations is estimated at about two billion dollars every»»»
How is the Mideast war impacting Iraq's oil industry?
BAGHDAD — Iraq's economy depends almost entirely on its crude oil sales, now seriously threatened by the Middle East war with Iran choking the crucial Strait of Hormuz.Oil exports and production have nearly come to a standstill with the waterway all but shut by Iran's attacks and threats against sh»»»
Former President Radev on Board of Peace: Bulgaria Should Support Conflict Resolution Initiatives but Based on International Law
Approached by journalists here on Saturday, former president Rumen Radev (2017-2026) said that Bulgaria must support all initiatives aimed at preventing and resolving conflicts, but this must be based on a clear analysis of the country's responsibilities and commitments, and above all on internatio»»»
US Embassy Urges Americans to Leave Iraq
US citizens should leave Iraq immediately, the US embassy in Baghdad said in an updated security alert on Saturday, following an overnight missile attack on the embassy's building. "US citizens choosing to remain in Iraq are strongly encouraged to reconsider in light of the significant threat »»»
International Conference on Institutional, Clinical Solutions One Year after Kocani Fire Held in Skopje
An international conference on the institutional and clinical aspects and solutions a year after the Kocani nightclub fire was held in Skopje on Saturday. Participating were high-ranking government officials, international experts, and medical professionals from North Macedonia and other European c»»»
UAE warns public against filming security incidents and spreading rumours
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s National Media Authority has urged the public not to film security incidents or share unverified information online, warning that such actions could pose risks to public safety and community security. In a statement published on social media, the authority said community safety»»»
US Could Seek to Stake Claim in Gulf Oil Trade With Kharg Island Attack – Iran Affairs Expert
Given the fact that Iran’s Kharg Island is a vital part of oil trade in the region, any attack upon it could be regarded as an attempt to seize control over a strategic spot in the Persian Gulf, Vladimir Yurtaev, member of the European Society of Experts on Iran Affairs, tells Sputnik. While the ex»»»
Fitch Affirms ‘AA’ Credit Rating for Qatar
Fitch Ratings affirmed Qatar's long-term foreign-currency rating at "AA" and a "stable" outlook on Friday, saying its strong balance sheet and plans to sharply increase LNG output should help cushion the impact of the escalating Middle East conflict. The US-Israel war with Iran has disrupted shipme»»»
Treasure hunter freed from jail after refusing to turn over shipwreck gold
A US deep-sea treasure hunter who refused to disclose the location of a famed shipwreck's gold coins has been released from prison after a decade, with 500 coins still unaccounted for. Tommy Thompson, 73, discovered millions of dollars' worth of sunken treasure from the 1857 wreckage of the SS Cent»»»
Sources: Trump Rejects Efforts to Launch Iran Ceasefire Talks
President Donald Trump's administration has rebuffed efforts by Middle Eastern allies to start diplomatic negotiations aimed at ending the Iran war that started two weeks ago with a massive US-Israeli air assault, according to three sources familiar with the efforts. Iran, for its part, has rejecte»»»
Trump urges France, UK, China to help open Strait of Hormuz as Iran war enters third week
Two weeks after the US and Israel attacked Iran, prompting Tehran to block the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged France, Britain, China, Japan and South Korea to help secure the shipping lane through which 20% of global oil and gas travels. Iranian strikes hit the US emb»»»
Top Iranian MP declares Ukraine a ‘legitimate target’
Ukraine has become a party to the war launched by the US and Israel against Iran, senior Iranian MP Ebrahim Azizi has said, threatening potential retaliation against Kiev. The head of the national security commission of the Iranian parliament took to X on Saturday, warning that Kiev’s decision to s»»»
Red fox stowaway from UK finds shelter in NY’s Bronx zoo after transatlantic trip
After a journey from Southampton, England, to New York, a red fox that slipped onto a cargo ship is the care of the Bronx Zoo, according to zoo officials. Once the 11-pound male fox gets a clean bill of health from veterinarians, zookeepers said they would be looking for a long-term home for t»»»
Cuba begins releasing prisoners and confirms US talks as island's energy crisis intensifies
Cuba's government says it has been holding talks with the US - confirming ongoing speculation - as officials try to find a way forward amidst a severe energy crisis. President Donald Trump has made no secret of his desire to see the island nation's leadership change. Details by Catherine Viette.»»»
US judge quashes subpoenas in Justice Department's probe of Fed chair Powell
A federal judge on Friday quashed Justice Department subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve in January, dealing a fresh blow to an investigation that has already attracted strong criticism on Capitol Hill. A US federal judge has quashed subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve as part of an investi»»»
$5 billion surge for mega-hydro: Philippines ramps up pumped storage project financing to power renewable era
Manila: The Philippines is accelerating one of its most ambitious energy transitions yet. It involves two additional multi-billion-dollar pumped-storage hydropower projects (PSHP). As of Friday (March 13), funding has been reportedly secured for the twin PSHPs, which could help bolster the Asian co»»»
Google Doodle shows Pi Day some love - UPI.com
Saturday's Google Doodle shows how the mathematical constant pi is useful for easily calculating the area of a circle, the formula for which is A=πr2. Image courtesy Google March 14 (UPI) -- Saturday's Google Doodle celebrates everyone's favorite math holiday, Pi Day. The Doodle features an animate»»»
US military bombs military sites on Kharg island, Iranian media reports no damage
President Donald Trump said the US destroyed military sites on an island vital to Iran’s oil network and warned that its oil infrastructure could be next if Iran continues to interfere with the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Fars news agency, citing sources on Kharg Island, s»»»
Residents refuse to leave the Lebanese Hezbollah bastion of Tyre despite Israeli strikes
As Israel has ramped up attacks on south Lebanon it has called for residents to evacuate – but some in the Hezbollah stronghold of Tyre are refusing to leave their homes and businesses despite the danger. As fierce fighting continues in southern Lebanon, Israel has issued mass evacua»»»
US deploys USS Tripoli amphibious assault ship to Middle East
The US is sending an amphibious assault ship, the USS Tripoli, and its Marine expeditionary unit to the Middle East according to a report by Axios quoting a senior US official. This includes personnel, F-35 fighter jets and warships. The decision comes as both President Trump and his defense secret»»»
French soldier killed by Iranian drone was on anti-jihad mission in Iraq
The French officer killed by an Iranian-made drone on Thursday was part of a Western military contingent working to combat potential jihadists in Iraqi Kurdistan. The killing of Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion marks France's first military death in the Middle East war. A French soldier»»»
Two weeks into the war in the Middle East - What happens next?
This Saturday marks two weeks since the US and Israel launched their first attacks on Iran. Where are we at in this conflict, what has it taught us, and where does it go from here? Scott Lucas, a Professor of US and International Politics at University College Dublin's Clinton Institute helps us ta»»»
Iran threatens United Arab Emirate's ports and docks
Some oil-loading operations have been suspended in the United Arab Emirates' Fujairah emirate, a major bunkering hub and crude export terminal, after a drone attack and fire on Saturday, industry and trade sources said. The suspension comes hours after the US attacked military targets on Iran's »»»
Iraq: US embassy complex in Baghdad hit by a drone strike
Explosions rocked cities across the Middle East on Saturday as the US embassy in Baghdad was hit by a drone strike and Tehran warned Emiratis to stay away from ports as it targets the world's energy supply lines. Details by Caroline Baum.»»»
Israeli strike kills 12 medics in a clinic in southern Lebanon
An overnight Israeli strike killed a dozen medical staff at a clinic in south Lebanon, health authorities said earlier Saturday, after Iran-backed Hezbollah's leader Naim Qassem said his group was ready for a long confrontation with Israel. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when »»»
Why did the US bomb Kharg Island? What is its significance for Iran?
The islands off Iran have become the latest focus of the war after a U.S strike destroyed military sites Friday on Kharg Island, which is vital to Iran's oil network. The US strike on the island in the Persian Gulf left its oil infrastructure intact, but President Donald Trump warned that if Iran o»»»
Eye on Africa - An Ethiopian national linked to armed militia FANO deported by ICE
First, an Ethiopian national is deported from the US after American Immigration Services says he's linked to the Ethiopian paramilitary movement Fano. Also, the Republic of Congo is about to head to the polls. President Denis Sassou Nguesso promised new infrastructure upgrades but many are still st»»»
Shark nets planned for €100 million Club Med resort threaten endangered species in South Africa
Scientists warn that proposed shark nets for protecting swimmers near a new €100 million Club Med resort in South Africa could threaten a host of endangered species, calling for a full environmental impact assessment to prevent endangered marine life from becoming casualties of the luxury resort pr»»»
Two weeks into Iran war: Hormuz oil route at centre of escalating crisis
Dubai: Two weeks after launching a war against Iran that was meant to be swift and decisive, US President Donald Trump is grappling with an escalating conflict, global economic shock and growing questions about Washington’s strategy. What the White House initially envisioned as a focused military c»»»
Banking expert answers 10 key questions on inflation, fuel prices, USD, and interest rates
In recent days, questions have circulated widely in economic circles and among the Egyptian public about the state of the economy, particularly after inflation rose in February and fuel prices were increased recently, and what these developments may mean for the exchange rate and interest rates. Da»»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
Trump is fighting the Fremen in Iran
“He who can destroy a thing, controls the thing,” said Paul Atreides, the protagonist, played by Kyle MacLachlan in David Lynch’s version of Frank Herbert’s legendary sci-fi film Dune. “He who controls the spice controls the universe!” »»»