Senators demand answers on school strike in Iran as growing evidence points to US involvement
WASHINGTON: Dozens of Democratic senators demanded answers from the Trump administration on Wednesday as a growing body of evidence suggested that the US was likely responsible for a strike at an elementary school in Iran that killed over 165 people, many of them children. The letter from more than»»»
UAE flight status March 12: Updated schedules and how to rebook your trip
UAE airlines continue to operate on a reduced schedule as regional airspace gradually reopens. Emirates, Etihad Airways, Flydubai, and Air Arabia have all updated their flight operations, offering rebooking and refund options to affected passengers. Authorities and airlines emphasise that travel is»»»
Seoul to release 22.46mn barrels from oil reserves
South Korea will release 22.46mn barrels of crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves as part of a coordinated plan by members of the International Energy Agency to supply 400mn barrels to global markets, Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»
Seoul to release 22.46mn barrels from oil reserves
South Korea will release 22.46mn barrels of crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves as part of a coordinated plan by members of the International Energy Agency to supply 400mn barrels to global markets, Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Seoul to release 22.46mn barrels from oil reserves
South Korea will release 22.46mn barrels of crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves as part of a coordinated plan by members of the International Energy Agency to supply 400mn barrels to global markets, Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Seoul to release 22.46mn barrels from oil reserves
South Korea will release 22.46mn barrels of crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves as part of a coordinated plan by members of the International Energy Agency to supply 400mn barrels to global markets, Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
COMMENT: War risks pushing Gulf economies into contraction
Escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Gulf economies into recession this year, with the scale of the downturn depending largely on how long the fighting lasts and whether energy infrastructure suffers lasting damage, Jason Tuvey, deputy chief emerging markets economist at Capital Ec»»»
Khere is Khamenei?
Where is Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Since he was appointed on March 8 he has issued no statements, made no public appearances, and in fact has been totally invisible. Is he dead? Or perhaps severely wounde»»»
Seoul to release 22.46mn barrels from oil reserves
South Korea will release 22.46mn barrels of crude oil from its strategic petroleum reserves as part of a coordinated plan by members of the International Energy Agency to supply 400mn barrels to global markets, Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
Central Asia: Chinese-led development bank locked in competition with Western rival
G7 powers and China are battling for influence over the development assistance agenda for Central Asia. The rivalry is reflected in the growing attention paid to the region by proxy development institutions, the G7-led, Ma»»»
KSE: Fewer Ukrainian workers are supporting more of the population
Ukraine’s reconstruction debate often centres on infrastructure, security guarantees and the scale of international financing. Yet a new analytical report by the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) argues that the country is becoming more dependent on a shrinking number of workers. »»»
KSE: Fewer Ukrainian workers are supporting more of the population
Ukraine’s reconstruction debate often centres on infrastructure, security guarantees and the scale of international financing. Yet a new analytical report by the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) argues that the country is becoming more dependent on a shrinking number of workers. »»»
US-Israel war on Iran Day 13: What UAE residents need to know today
Regional tensions and operational updates have dominated the headlines today as UAE authorities respond to a series of security and consumer developments. From successful air defence interceptions to updated travel schedules and warnings against misinformation, here are the key stories currently af»»»
US‑Israel war with Iran Day 13: What you need to know
A drone fell on a building near Dubai Creek Harbour, causing a minor fire that authorities quickly contained, with no injuries reported. The incident comes amid wider regional tensions affecting travel and markets. Etihad has updated flight schedules until March 15, while officials also warned shop»»»
CBSE issues clarification on Class XII exam rescheduling in UAE
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has confirmed that a circular circulating online, claiming that Class XII English exams in the Middle East have been rescheduled, is fake. The false message, which listed Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, and attributed th»»»
UAE court orders man to repay Dh270,400 for false marriage promise, fines him Dh50,000
The Abu Dhabi Civil Family and Administrative Court has ordered a man to repay Dh270,400 to a woman after deceiving her through a social media application by impersonating another person and falsely promising marriage. The court also fined the defendant an additional Dh50,000 in compensation to the»»»
Qatar intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, several drones from Iran
Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Defence said the country’s air defence systems successfully intercepted multiple aerial threats after Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones on Wednesday. In an official statement, the ministry confirmed that the Qatari Armed Forces intercepted nine ballistic missile»»»
Two companies must pay Dh57.38m after failing to settle cargo clearance debts in Dubai
Dubai Commercial Court has ordered two companies to jointly pay up to Dh57.38 million to a shipping and customs clearance firm in a commercial dispute over unpaid international cargo clearance services, while rejecting additional claims for legal and supplementary interest. According to case detail»»»
UN Security Council resolution condemning Iran's missile, drone attacks on Gulf, Arab countries
Also Read: UAE urges global action against Iranian missiles and dronesAlso Read: GCC welcomes UN Security Council adoption of resolution condemning Iran’s missile, drone strikes on Gulf StatesThe UN Security Council has adopted an unprecedented resolution condeming the missile and drone attacks lau»»»
UAE responds to Iranian missiles and drones, residents receive emergency alerts
The Ministry of Defence confirmed that UAE air defence systems were actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats launched from Iran amid ongoing regional hostilities. Authorities also clarified that the alert sounds heard by residents were triggered by these interception operations. Of»»»
UAE weather forecast: When and where rain will fall as low-pressure system moves in
Dubai: A low-pressure system affecting the UAE is expected to bring partly cloudy to cloudy conditions and a continued chance of rainfall over some western, northern and coastal areas, according to the latest bulletin issued by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said the weather toda»»»
GCC welcomes UN Security Council adoption of resolution condemning Iran’s missile, drone strikes on Gulf States
RIYADH: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), welcomed the UN Security Council’s resolution condemning the egregious Iranian military operations against the GCC states and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Albudaiwi affirmed that this international condemn»»»
Oman firefighters continue battling blaze at Salalah Port after Iranian drone strike
Dubai: Emergency crews in Oman are continuing efforts to extinguish a fire that broke out at fuel storage tanks at the Port of Salalah following an Iranian drone attack, authorities said. The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority confirmed that specialised response teams were immediately dispatched»»»
Etihad releases flights until March 15 - what passengers need to know
Etihad Airways has announced its updated flight schedule, covering flights until March 15. The airline advised that guests with existing bookings will be accommodated on these flights as soon as possible, ensuring minimal disruption to their travel plans Tickets for all available flights are now on»»»