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An Israeli self-propelled howitzer artillery gun fires rounds towards southern Lebanon from a position in the upper Galilee in northern Israel near the border on March 20, 2026.

Since March 1, at least 23 commercial vessels — including 11 oil tankers — have been attacked or reported incidents in the Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz or the Gulf of Oman.

95% drop in Hormuz traffic as war disrupts oil route

Indian vessel 'Nanda Devi' carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrives at Vadinar Port in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat state on March 17, 2026 after Iran allowed it to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy corridor that remains disrupted by the Middle East war.

Ready for Hormuz: UK, France, Germany, Japan, others

The Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar’s principal site for production of liquefied natural gas and gas-to-liquid, administrated by Qatar Petroleum, some 80km north of capital Doha. File photo.

Iran drones hit Gulf refineries, spark regional tension

TOPSHOT - This grab taken from a video released by Iran's Army office on April 28, 2023, shows Iranian naval soldiers boarding the Advantage Sweet oil tanker off the coast of Oman. - A US-bound oil tanker seized by Iran off the coast of Oman was carrying 24 Indian crew, the vessel's operator said, adding it was working to secure their release.

US to 'unsanction' Iran oil — then use it against Iran

Crackdown amid regional tensions: Abu Dhabi Police detain 109

109 held in Abu Dhabi for filming and sharing fake info

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Council condemns Iran's hostile acts in Gulf region

Iran's aggression threatens Gulf stability, say Arab Ministers

UAE intercepts 4 Iranian missiles, 26 drones today

UAE remain on high alert after engaging 30 Iranian aerial threats in one day

What US Marines could do to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Marines: Fastest way to reopen the world’s most critical oil chokepoint isn’t ships?

The Ground Combat Element (GCE) of a Marine Expeditionary Unit is a reinforced infantry battalion. It includes reconnaissance, engineers, armoured vehicles, artillery, and "other" combat capabilities.

UAE President’s Eid message wins hearts, inspires unity

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

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Eid Al Fitr: How UAE families are celebrating today

Nina Marie Juan with her husband and two children.

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EID IN UAE

Photos: Eid Al Fitr 2026 celebrations around the globe

Muslim devotees attend the morning prayers celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, at the Mary Mother of Jesus Mosque in Abu Dhabi early on March 20, 2026.

Avoid traffic this Eid: How Dubai is easing travel rush

RTA extends Metro and Tram hours for smooth travel