Gulf News 6h

UAE air defences intercept 3 ballistic missiles, 8 drones from Iran today

Abu Dhabi: ‎ The UAE’s air defence systems intercepted three ballistic missiles and eight unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Iran on March 21, according to the Ministry of Defence. ‎Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 341 ballistic missiles, 15 cruis»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Air Arabia issues travel advisory as UAE faces adverse weather

Air Arabia has issued a travel advisory as adverse weather is forecast across the UAE starting today and over the coming days. The airline said operations at Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah airports may be affected, potentially leading to flight delays or schedule changes. Stay updated: Get »»»

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Gulf News 16h

Nepal’s reset moment: Can Balen deliver real reform?

In a political earthquake that has stunned South Asia, 35-year-old former Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah — popularly known as “Balen” — has led the insurgent Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) to an overwhelming parliamentary victory in Nepal. The election followed months of political turmoil and youth-»»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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BNE 20.03. 12:09

Iran’s permits-for-passage through Hormuz system is developing fast

Iran has begun extracting payments of up to $2mn per tanker for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as the informal permits-for-passage system allowing only tankers from “friendly countries” through develops quickly, according to The Financial Times citing shipping data. »»»

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Gulf News 20.03. 11:47

UAE air defences intercept 4 ballistic missiles and 26 drones

Abu Dhabi: The UAE air defence systems on 20th March 2026 engaged 4 ballistic missiles and 26 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 338 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,740 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in the marty»»»

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BBC 20.03. 01:13

The global winners and losers of the war in Iran

From soaring heating oil bills for homes in Yorkshire to bill-saving school closures in Pakistan, the financial fallout from the war in the Middle East is already being keenly felt. It is increasingly clear that the impact of Tehran's retaliation, designed to trigger economic disruption and damage,»»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 15:29

Airfares from UAE to South Asian countries see a spike ahead of Eid Al Fitr travel rush

Dubai: Planning a weekend away for the Eid al-Fitr weekend? Airfares from the UAE to South Asian countries have soared ahead of the Eid Al Fitr weekend, according to price listings on several travel aggregator websites. Travellers flying to key destinations such as India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Ba»»»

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BNE 19.03. 11:54

Asia turns to Russian fuel - in record volumes

Asia is set to import record volumes of Russian fuel oil by the end of March, as continued disruption to Middle Eastern supplies forces buyers across the continent to seek alternative sources and take advantage of a temporary easing of US sanctions against Moscow. »»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 11:36

Eid Al Fitr 2026: Which countries will sight the Shawwal crescent today?

While a number of countries are getting ready to sight the moon and declare the first day of Eid Al Fitr on Wednesday (Mar 18, 2026), some nations will hold their moon-sighting moments a day later, on Mar 19. In many countries, the 29th of Ramadan will fall tomorrow and so Eid will fall on Friday o»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 19:20

US signals tighter visa rules to curb overstays

Dubai: The US is expanding visa restrictions to cover 50 countries, adding 12 more to its existing list as part of efforts to curb overstays and tighten immigration controls, the State Department said. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In a post on social media platform »»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 17:29

Which countries will celebrate Eid Al Fitr 2026 on Friday?

Several countries have confirmed Friday, March 20, 2026, as the first day of Eid Al Fitr, following the completion of 30 days of Ramadan and the unsuccessful sighting of the Shawwal crescent. Countries confirming Eid on Friday include Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Turkey, and Australia»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 15:17

Eid Al Fitr 2026: Which countries will sight the Shawwal crescent tomorrow?

While a number of countries are getting ready to sight the moon and declare the first day of Eid Al Fitr on Wednesday (Mar 18, 2026), some nations will hold their moon-sighting moments a day later, on Mar 19. In many countries, the 29th of Ramadan will fall tomorrow and so Eid will fall on Friday o»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 14:12

UAE air defences intercepts 13 ballistic missiles, 27 drones

The UAE air defence systems on Mar 18, 2026 (today) 13 ballistic missiles and 27 drones launched from Iran. Since the onset of Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 327 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,699 drones. These attacks have resulted in the deaths of two members of t»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 12:31

UAE downs 13 ballistic missiles, 27 UAV's on March 18

The UAE air defence systems on 18th March 2026 engaged 13 ballistic missiles and 27 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 327 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,699 UAVs. Also Read: US‑Israel war on Iran, Day 19: Israel s»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 05:37

UAE flight status March 18: Etihad, Emirates, flydubai and Air Arabia update schedules

UAE carriers have resumed limited flight operations across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah following partial reopening of regional airspace. Passengers are urged to check flight status online and only travel to airports if their booking is confirmed, as schedules remain subject to cha»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 03:48

UAE reveals names of civilians killed in Iranian aggression so far

The UAE has revealed the names of civilians who lost their lives during recent Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the country, as authorities confirmed continued defensive operations against incoming threats. According to the Ministry of Defence, UAE air defence systems on March 17 interce»»»

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Gulf News 18.03. 00:23

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed strongly condemns continued Iranian terrorist attacks on the UAE , extends sincere condolences to victims’ families

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed his sincere condolences and deep sympathy to the families of the victims of Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attacks targeting the UAE. The victims, who lost their lives as a result of these »»»

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Novinite 17.03. 15:11

Migration Trends: Who Are the Third-Country Nationals Working in Bulgaria?

Discussion around the admission of third-country workers to the Bulgarian labor market has intensified, often with emotions running high. To make informed decisions, however, it is necessary to rely on data rather than rhetoric. Understanding the approximate size of this workforce provides a founda»»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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BNE 17.03. 05:22

Sri Lanka declares weekly fuel holiday

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages following the outbreak of hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported. »»»

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Gulf News 16.03. 13:27

7 dead, 145 injured in UAE since Iranian strikes began

Abu Dhabi: The UAE said its air defence systems intercepted six ballistic missiles and 21 drones launched from Iran on March 16, as tensions in the region continue to escalate. According to the UAE Ministry of Defence, the projectiles were successfully engaged by air defence units, which remain on »»»

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Gulf News 16.03. 12:38

UAE arrests 35 for posts related to Iran’s aggression: Who are they and what did they do?

Dubai: In sweeping actions announced over the weekend, the UAE's Attorney-General ordered the arrest of 35 people from nine countries for sharing videos and images related to the ongoing Iranian aggression on the UAE on social media. The arrests, announced on Saturday and Sunday, were made for publ»»»

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The Peninsula 15.03. 11:21

QRCS fundraising campaign transforms vulnerable lives

Doha, Qatar: Apart from the Ramadan Iftar projects being implemented in many countries as part of its #KeepYourBalanceOfGoodDeedsAlive Ramadan Campaign 1447 AH, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) pays attention to the other needs of vulnerable families affected by disasters and/or crises worldwide. »»»

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Qatar Tribune 14.03. 22:41

QC set to launch ‘27th Night Challenge’ today

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its Ramadan campaign ‘Good Starts With You’, Qatar Charity (QC) will launch the ‘27th Night Challenge’ on Sunday evening under the theme ‘Warding off Calamity’, in what is expected to be the largest fundraising event on YouTube dedicated to life-saving medical i»»»

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Qatar Tribune 14.03. 22:41

QRCS fundraising drive makes a difference in vulnerable people’s lives

Tribune News Network Doha Apart from the Ramadan iftar projects being implemented in many countries as part of its #KeepYourBalanceOfGoodDeedsAlive Ramadan Campaign 1447 AH, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) pays attention to the other needs of vulnerable families affected by disasters or crises wo»»»

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Gulf News 14.03. 10:24

Iran’s war strategy puts pressure on Trump

Paris: US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's leader but have not toppled the government, which now, from its perch on the Strait of Hormuz, has put the entire world economy on the war's frontlines. The initial US victory in killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei has given way to a conflict that Washington »»»

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BNE 14.03. 06:49

India negotiates with Iran for safe passage of fuel carriers

India is feeling the bite of the global energy crunch after the ongoing war in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider West Asia region has made it risky for cargo ships to transit through the region without getting hit by Iranian weapons. »»»

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BNE 14.03. 06:49

Iran agrees to provide safe passage to Bangladeshi oil and LNG vessels

Iran has officially agreed to grant safe passage to Bangladeshi oil and LNG ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East Monitor has reported. As per the new deal, Bangladeshi ships need to inform Iranian author»»»

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