Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the State of Kuwait, and the United States strongly condemn the Islamic Republic of Iran’s indiscriminate and reckless missile and drone attacks against sov»»»

Share: Why Lebanon Must Seek International Help to Disarm a Militia That Has Betrayed the Nation By: Ali Hussein, Lebanese Political Analyst, Opinion For years, Lebanon has paid a devastating price for a militia that claims to defend it—but acts on behalf of a foreign power. When loyalty shifts awa»»»

Dubai: Doha has announced that its air defences and armed forces successfully intercepted multiple aerial threats targeting the country, according to the Qatar News Agency. In a statement, the Ministry of Defence said the Qatari Emiri Air Force shot down two (SU24) aircraft coming from the Islamic »»»

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat met with Hesham Badawi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, ahead of his scheduled appearance before the Energy and Environment Committee, as part of ongoing coordination between the government and Parliament. The meeting was held at P»»»

Emirates, flydubai and Etihad Airways will resume a limited number of flights on Monday, mainly to help repatriate stranded passengers, as global carriers grapple with disruptions from the escalating Iranian conflict. Israeli and US attacks on Iran and Tehran's response forced the closure of airspa»»»

First Lady Melania Trump is slated to chair a UN Security Council meeting on Monday, an appearance that was announced last week before the United States launched its war against Iran. Her office said the former model would "make history at the United Nations, taking the gavel as the United States a»»»

Smoke billows after an Israeli airstrike in Bourj Al Barajneh, in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, on Monday. The Israeli military said it is conducting strikes across the country targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and personnel. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, March 2 (UPI) -- Le»»»

Dubai: flydubai said it will operate a limited number of flights on the evening of March 2, 2026, as part of a gradual and carefully managed return to operations. The airline said the safety of passengers and crew remains its top priority, adding that it is working closely with the relevant authori»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Monday that the country’s air defence systems had successfully intercepted and destroyed nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones during attacks launched by Iran. In a detailed update, the ministry said that since the beginning of th»»»

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Airports confirmed on Monday that operations have partially resumed at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) as of 2 March 2026, in coordination with relevant authorities and airline partners. The airport operator said passengers are advised to check directly with their airline»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense of Qatar announced that the Qatar Emiri Air Force successfully shot down two (SU24) aircraft coming from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Ministry also stated that the Qatar Emiri Air Force and Qatar Emiri Navy Forces successfully intercepted (7) ballistic miss»»»

“Air India Express will resume flight operations to and from Muscat starting tomorrow, March 3, with scheduled services to Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai and Tiruchirappally. The first Air India Express flight from Muscat will operate to Tiruchirappally, departing at 10:25 hours local t»»»

Dubai: Even as global headlines remain heavy, cinema schedules are rolling on without major disruption. A prominent distributor in Dubai say there has been a few changes to planned release dates, but films like Kadhal Reset Repeat will release as planned on March 5. Nivin Pauly's blockbuster Premam»»»

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has received a phone call from Prime Minister of Hungary HE Viktor Orban, during which the Hungarian leader expressed solidarity with Doha. At the start of the call, Orban conveyed Hungary's support for Qatar and cond»»»

Riyadh: Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan has received a phone call from the UN's top human rights official, Volker Turk, to discuss regional developments and their humanitarian impact. According to Saudi officials, the call took place on Monday and focused on the latest regional dev»»»

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Saudia has confirmed that flights to and from Amman, Kuwait, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain, Moscow and Peshawar will remain cancelled amid ongoing regional developments. The airline said the suspension has been extended until 4 March at 23:59 GMT. In a statement, Saudia said affected passengers a»»»

The UK will deploy “experts from Ukraine” to the Middle East to help defend against Iranian drones, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday. Shortly after his statement, Iran launched an attack on the British RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus, which London had allowed the US to use for operations»»»

Dubai: While the GCC airspace remains largely closed with partial resumption of some flights in UAE, road transport has emerged as a promising means of travel for those who wish to fly home. Bus transfers from Sharjah to Muscat are currently being arranged by Oman-based airlines Salam Air and Oman »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received a phone call from the Prime Minister of Hungary, HE Viktor Orban, during which the Hungarian leader expressed solidarity with Doha. At the start of the call, HE Orban conveyed Hungary's support for Qatar and condemned the Irania»»»

In attacking Iran and killing the regime's supreme leader, US President Donald Trump has made an enormous bet: that he can succeed where past presidents have failed by using American military force to reshape the Middle East. Trump will claim a generational victory if the US succeeds in fully destr»»»

Doha, Qatar: Emirates airline has announced that it will resume operating a limited number of flights today evening, March 2, 2026 from the United Arab Emirates. The update was shared in a statement posted on the airline’s official social media channels. “We are accommodating customers with earlier»»»

Lebanese civilians fled from the country's south and Beirut’s southern suburbs on Monday, seeking refuge in schools in Lebanon's capital following a new and deadly escalation between Israel and the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported at least 31 people »»»

Dubai: Emirates has announced that it will begin operating a limited number of flights starting on the evening of March 2, as part of a gradual resumption of services following recent regional developments. The airline said priority will be given to customers with earlier bookings, noting that thos»»»

Dubai: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the commencement of exceptional flight operations at UAE airports, enabling stranded passengers affected by recent regional developments to depart, in line with the schedules to be announced by airlines to affected passengers and the »»»

Dubai: Dubai Airports has confirmed that a limited resumption of operations will begin on the evening of March 2. According to a statement carried by the Government of Dubai Media Office, a small number of flights will be permitted to operate from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central -»»»

Israel's military has said it has struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, after the Iranian-backed Shia group said it launched rockets and drones at the Israeli city of Haifa to avenge the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Lebanon's health ministry said 31 people were killed by »»»

Dubai: As tensions continue across parts of the Middle East, residents and expatriates in Dubai has highlighted that daily life in the emirate remains calm and uninterrupted, a reflection of strong leadership, preparedness, and a united community. In a recent video shared by Dubai Civility, various»»»

Ali Khamenei, Ali Shamkhani, Mohammad Pakpour, and several other senior figures in Iran’s leadership have been killed in the US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic. Their deaths mark a seismic moment in the region: never before has Washington been accused of directly killing a sitting, internat»»»

During Ramadan, mosques across the UAE witness a noticeable surge in activity, particularly during prayer times, as worshippers gather in large numbers. With this increase, however, comes a recurring challenge — improper parking around prayer areas that disrupts traffic flow and creates unnecessary»»»

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued an official notice to importers and manufacturers that, starting January 1, 2025, an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system has come into effect in the country. The regulations were establi»»»

It was 4 am and there was no reason for me to wake up and check my phone, but I did. I was visiting the US for the first time in my life. I had never done so before, partly because financial reasons aside, the thought of always being halfway across the world made me slightly anxious. A 14-hour flig»»»

Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, said that crises reveal the true intentions of different groups towards the Gulf states and their societies, in a post on X. He wrote that solidarity should not be expected from groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood and their allies, or from i»»»

The Ministry of Tourism said in a press release on Monday that it maintains constant contact with tour operators operating in the Middle East, as well as with Bulgarian diplomatic and consular representations on the ground, and monitors the development of the Middle East conflict in real time. Acco»»»

Dubai Police, represented by Hatta Police Station, has launched a series of field awareness initiatives targeting delivery motorcycle riders as part of the traffic safety campaign, “Your lives matter, your safety is our goal.” The initiative aims to enhance traffic awareness among riders and encour»»»

As prayer times approach, mosques across Sharjah welcome worshippers seeking moments of spiritual reflection, while many homes are temporarily left unoccupied. Authorities warn that these short periods of absence may be exploited by individuals who do not respect the sanctity of private property, e»»»

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Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Saudi Arabia Ulukbek Maripov reported that the diplomatic mission is working in an enhanced mode due to the deteriorating situation in the Middle East. He stated that, at the direction of the President and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the safety of citizens of Kyrgyz»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Mecca Chamber of Commerce has allocated 2,500 fully serviced hotel rooms to accommodate citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries stranded at airports across the Kingdom following widespread travel disruptions. The measure follows a directive from King Salman bin Ab»»»

Lebanese civilians fled from the country's south and from Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday, seeking refuge in schools in Lebanon's capital following a new and deadly escalation between Israel and the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon's Health Ministry reported at least 31 pe»»»

Free Patriotic Movement leader Jebran Bassil on Monday warned against another “support war” in Lebanon, after Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel drawing massive Israeli retaliation. “We warned against a war to support Gaza because it would only bring ruin to Lebanon and to those who waged it, and it»»»

Al Jazeerah Pest Control Service Dubai has launched its smart pest detection technology across Dubai which uses AI-driven IoT-connected monitoring systems and thermal imaging inspections to serve residential and commercial clients. The company now joins the initial group of residential pest control»»»

The UAE National Media Authority has emphasised the importance of full compliance with laws and official instructions regarding media content and information circulation amid current regional developments. Authorities say media awareness helps safeguard the community. Key instructions include: • Do»»»

Dubai: The war between Iran and US-Israeli forces expanded dramatically on Monday, drawing in Iranian-backed militias and Hezbollah and regional energy infrastructure as casualties mounted and oil markets surged. Missiles and drones struck Israel and Arab states, US fighter jets were mistakenly sho»»»

Abu Dhabi: Etihad has resumed some limited flight operations from Abu Dhabi, even as all scheduled commercial services remain cancelled. In a new statement, the airline confirmed that all regular commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi are still cancelled. However, it said: “Some repositioning, ca»»»

Dubai: Flights across the UAE remain suspended as of Monday evening, with major airlines halting operations due to regional airspace closures. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.UAE’s main carriers, Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, and Air Arabia, have extended the cancellatio»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyzstan has issued an official clarification regarding a publication by the Financial Times that mentioned the possibility of Kyrgyzstan taking legal action against the European Union if sanctions are imposed. The Cabinet emphasized that this interpretation does n»»»

DOHA, March 2 (KUNA) -- Qatar's Shura Council strongly condemned Monday the Iranian attack targeting Qatari territory since Saturday with ballistic missiles and drones.In a statement following its regular weekly session chaired by Speaker Hassan Al-Ghanem, the Council described the attack as a flag»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said on Monday that five hostile drones had been intercepted and destroyed near Prince Sultan Air Base, with no casualties reported. In a statement, Major General Turki Al Malki, the official spokesperson for the ministry, said the drones were detected and »»»

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the territory of the UAE and several Arab countries, as well as the se»»»