Gulf News 49m

Dubai acknowledges loud noises in the city

Dubai has confirmed that the sounds heard in various areas across the emirate were the result of successful air defence interception operations. In a statement carried by the Government of Dubai Media Office, authorities said the relevant teams continue to monitor the situation and take the necessa»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi holds emergency meeting to review crisis preparedness

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Team held an emergency online coordination meeting, chaired by Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Head of the Team, in response to ongoing regional developments and their w»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Qatar extends remote work for government employees

Dubai: Qatar has extended remote working arrangements for government employees, citing current regional developments, in a move aimed at safeguarding public safety and ensuring business continuity. The Council of Ministers Secretariat General said in a statement that the decision, which follows an »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

UAE suspends capital markets trading until further notice

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has announced the closure of its capital markets from Monday until further notice. In a statement carried by the Emirates News Agency, the Securities and Commodities Authority said trading would be suspended across the country's exchanges, including the Abu Dhabi»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

 UAE closes embassy in Tehran, recalls ambassador, all diplomats from Iran

ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates announced Sunday in a statement the closure of its embassy in Tehran, and the withdrawal of its ambassador and all members of its diplomatic mission from Iran, according to a Xinhua report.»»»

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Sana 1h

Syrian Petroleum launches project to treat oil-produced water

Damascus, Mar. 1 (SANA) The Syrian Petroleum Company has begun implementing an environmental project to treat water produced alongside oil at several fields, including Al-Taim, Al-Azbeh and Al-Mazraah, as part of efforts to reduce the environmental impact of production operations. Safwan Sheikh Ahm»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Caretaker Minister Dechev Says 23 of 28 Interior Ministry Regional Directors Replaced ahead of Elections

So far, 23 out of a total of 28 regional directorates of the Interior Ministry have had their directors replaced, caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev told Nova Television on Sunday. “The remaining ones will stay in office for the time being,” he added. The minister said there is a plan in place»»»

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Albanian Daily News 2h

Rama Defends Cabinet Shake-Up, Announces Pay Rises and Infrastructured Push

Prime Minister Edi Rama has publicly explained for the first time the rationale behind recent changes in his government, comparing cabinet reshuffles to tactical substitutions in football and basketball teams. Speaking in the editorial segment of his podcast “Flasim”, Rama said the changes had been»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE President and Norwegian Prime Minister discuss implications of regional escalation in phone call

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Jonas Gahr Støre, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway, during which they discussed the serious implications of the military escalation in the region, which threatens regional and international securit»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE President receives phone call from Indian Prime Minister on regional developments

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, during which they discussed developments in the region and the serious military escalation undermining regional security and stability. During the c»»»

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Ya Libnan 2h

Paris conference to support Lebanon’s army postponed amid regional tensions – Ya Libnan

Share: A file photo shows Lebanese army soldiers marching during a military parade commemorating the 76th anniversary of Lebanese independence from France at the Defence Ministry headquarters in Yarze. (AFP) BEIRUT: A planned international conference in Paris to support the Lebanese Armed Forces ha»»»

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UAE President receives phone call from President of Maldives

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of Maldives, during which they discussed the latest regional developments and their implications for regional security and stability. During the call, the Mald»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE shuts Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets for two days

Abu Dhabi: The Capital Market Authority has announced that the country’s stock markets will be closed on Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, including the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market. The authority said the decision was taken in line with its regulatory and super»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Saudi Crown Prince, Turkish President discuss regional military escalation

Jeddah: The Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, HH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Turkish President, HE Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the military escalation in the Middle East and its repercussions on regional and global peace. This came in a phon»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Amir, Cypriot president discuss key security developments in the region

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from President of the Republic of Cyprus HE Dr Nikos Christodoulides. The Cypriot president expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar, affirming Nicosia's condemnation of the bla»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Hezbollah supporters mourn Khamenei in mass rally

Thousands of Hezbollah supporters gathered in Beirut's southern suburbs to mourn Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday, chanting "death to America, death to Israel" while crying over the killed figure. "God is one, and Khamenei is the leader," they chanted in unison, wearing black »»»

Al Manar 3h

Iranians continue to take to the streets in mourning processions of Imam Sayyed Khamenei across squares and major thoroughfares in Tehran, despite the ongoing US–Israeli aggression: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Gulf News 3h

Senior delegation from Abu Dhabi visits Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City

A senior delegation from Abu Dhabi visited Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City to check on the condition of individuals injured due to the regional events and reviewed the level of treatment services being provided to them. The delegation included Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commande»»»

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Al Manar 4h

US military: 3 American soldiers killed, 5 seriously injured in “war with Iran” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe US military: 3 American soldiers killed, 5 seriously injured in “war with Iran” 01-03-2026 17:12 PM Latest News Urgent News Ayatollah Arafi»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Over 1,400 Bulgarian Organized Tourists Currently in Middle East, Caretaker Tourism Minister Says

The largest number of stranded Bulgarian tourists is in Dubai, where more than 1,000 Bulgarian nationals are currently located, caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva told the Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday. The total number of Bulgarian organized tourists in the countries affected by the m»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

BUILDEX Developments explores expansion opportunities in West Cairo

BUILDEX Developments outlined its strategy for 2026, which centers on advancing construction at its main project and assessing potential expansion opportunities in West Cairo. The company said that it achieved its targeted sales and investment plan for 2025, pointing to progress in sales performanc»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

MG Developments launches VALO Hospitality, plans EGP 2bn investment over 5 years

MG Developments has launched VALO Hospitality, a dedicated hospitality management arm, as part of a broader expansion strategy aimed at integrating real estate development with professional hotel operations and enhancing long-term asset value. Chairperson Mohamed Motawea said the launch forms part »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Amir receives phone call from President of Cyprus

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call today from the President of the Republic of Cyprus HE Dr. Nikos Christodoulides. The Cypriot President expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar, affirming Cyprus's condemnation of the unprovoked Ira»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Amir receives phone call from President of the European Commission

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, received a phone call Sunday from the President of the European Commission, HE Ursula von der Leyen. At the outset of the call, the President of the European Commission expressed her reassurance regarding the situation in the State of Qatar»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE flight cancellations: A guide for tourists stranded in the UAE

Dubai: A few thousand tourists stranded in the UAE are facing uncertainty as airspace closures continue to disrupt flights in and out of the country. UAE airports continue to remain closed amid the ongoing US-Israel offensive on Iran. The UAE was targeted by Iranians for a second day as authorities»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE condemns Iranian attacks on Oman, calls them a dangerous escalation

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting the Sultanate of Oman, describing the hostile acts as a dangerous escalation, a blatant violation of state sovereignty and a direct threat to the region’s security and stability. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs »»»

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RT 5h

‘Dangerous venture’: World reacts to US-Israel attack on Iran

Israel and the US conducted joint strikes on Iran on Saturday that killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and triggered retaliation from Tehran, plunging the Middle East into renewed conflict. US President Donald Trump has called the operation necessary so as to protect the American p»»»

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Kuna 5h

UAE strongly condemns Iranian attacks on Oman

ABU DHABI, March 1 (KUNA) -- The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting the sisterly Sultanate of Oman, describing the hostile acts as a serious escalation, a blatant violation of state sovereignty and a direct threat to regional security and stability.In a statement »»»

Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Public Procurements for Cancer Screening Tests to Be Investigated for Overpricing

In an interview for the Bulgarian National Radio aired on Sunday, caretaker Minister of Health Michail Okoliyski said that the public procurements for cervical and colorectal cancer screening tests will be investigated. Earlier this week, Okoliyski reported that significant overpricing had been ide»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

More Than Thousand Bulgarian Tourists Stranded in Dubai - Largest Number in Middle East, Tourism Minister Says

The largest number of stranded Bulgarian tourists is in Dubai, where more than 1,000 Bulgarian nationals are currently located, while in the countries affected by the military conflict in the Middle East their total number exceeds 1,200–1,250 people, caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva told »»»

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Gulf News 5h

Sheikh Hamdan receives phone call from Qatar Minister of State for Defence Affairs

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, received a telephone call from Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs of the State of Qatar. Dur»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Sheikh Hamdan receives phone call from Kuwait Minister of Defence

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, received a telephone call from Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah, Minister of Defence of the State of Kuwait. During the call, the two sides exchanged views on the la»»»

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Kuna 5h

First Deputy PM says emergency plan implemented under integrated system

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- The state's emergency preparedness plan is being implemented under a comprehensive and well-studied system, said First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah.In a press statement on the sidelines of his visit to Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital to »»»

Gulf News 6h

UAE tells hotels to extend stays for guests unable to leave

Dubai: Authorities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have directed hotels to extend stays for guests unable to depart due to current exceptional circumstances, in a coordinated move to protect international visitors affected by travel disruptions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.»»»

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BBC 6h

The months-long, US-Israeli mission to find and kill Iran's Supreme Leader

The attack that killed Iran's Supreme Leader came not in the middle of the night, as might have been expected, but in the middle of the morning. That was because the US and Israel decided to take advantage of a piece of crucial intelligence that had arrived hours before. For months, they had been w»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

UAE Ministry of Defence responds to targeting of Al Salam military base

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates has announced that its specialised teams today responded to an incident resulting from the targeting of a warehouse at Al Salam naval base in Abu Dhabi by two Iranian drones, leading to a fire in two containers storing general materia»»»

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Al Manar 6h

UAE says Iran drone attack caused fire at Abu Dhabi naval base - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Gulf News 6h

Saudi Arabia summons Iran envoy over Gulf attacks

RIYADH Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry said it summoned the Iranian ambassador on Sunday, a day after the kingdom accused Tehran of targeting its territory with strikes. “Foreign Ministry summons the Iranian ambassador to the Kingdom in response to Iran’s brazen attacks that targeted the Kingdom an»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Deputy Prime Minister holds phone call with UAE Defense Minister

Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, HE Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, held a phone call on Sunday with Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the United Arab Emirates, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rash»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Gold poised for a sharp jump as markets reopen, key levels ahead

Dubai: Gold is expected to start the new trading week with a sharp move higher when Asian markets open, with investors leaning into defensive positions after a weekend of heightened geopolitical risk that has pushed traders to reassess where protection sits in portfolios. Sign up for our daily busi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

Amir receives phone call from Libyan prime minister

DOHA: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from Prime Minister of Libya's Government of National Unity HE Abdul Hamid Dbeibah. At the beginning of the call, the Libyan Prime Minister expressed reassurance regarding the situation in the State of Qatar following»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

Amir, Kazakhstan president discuss latest security developments

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from President of the Republic of Kazakhstan HE Kassym-Jomart Tokayev . The Kazakh president expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar following the treacherous Iranian aggressio»»»

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BBC 6h

Tanker hit off Iran coast while fears of oil price rises grow

A ship has been struck by an "unknown projectile" off the Iranian coast, the UK Maritime Trade Organisation has said, amid fears strikes in the Middle East could drive up global oil prices. The British agency that oversees trade routes said a vessel sailing north of Oman and east of the Strait of H»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Dubai postpones end-of-term and internal exams in private schools

Dubai: The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai has directed private schools in the emirate to postpone end-of-term and internal examinations scheduled in the coming days, in line with the implementation of distance learning for three days. Schools hosting board exams, external»»»

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Gulf News 7h

India–UAE flights: Air India, IndiGo, Air India Express extend suspension

Dubai: Passengers travelling between India and the UAE face continued disruption as major Indian carriers extend flight suspensions and flexibility measures amid the ongoing situation in the Middle East. This is a rapidly evolving situation, and authorities have warned that schedules may change at »»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Three dead, 58 injured in UAE since start of Iran strikes: Defence Ministry

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense announced that since the start of the Iranian retaliatory attacks on February 28, 2026, three expatriate workers have died and 58 people have been injured. The Ministry stated that on the second day of the Iranian attack, the UAE Air Force and Air Defense Forces»»»

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BBC 7h

'Not the Dubai we know': people stuck in the Emirate react to Iran attacks

Thousands of people are stranded across the Middle East as Iran launched attacks across the region in response to a massive and ongoing attack against it by the US and Israel. In Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, two luxury hotels and its main airport - the world's busiest by passenger traffic - »»»

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Gulf News 7h

Sharjah warns against fake videos on social media

The Sharjah Government Media Bureau said that videos and images circulating on social media claiming to show recent incidents in the emirate are old and misleading and do not reflect the current situation. The bureau clarified that some of the footage dates back to previous fires, while other clips»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Ajith Kumar reassures fans after returning from airport amid flight cancellations in the region

Dubai: Tamil actor Ajith Kumar is safe in Dubai after his travel plans were briefly disrupted due to flight cancellations linked to airspace restrictions in parts of the Middle East. On March 1, Ajith’s manager Suresh confirmed that the actor had returned from the airport after being unable to fly »»»

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