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US AND ISRAEL STRIKE IRAN

Major escalation: South Pars strike and why it matters

An Iranian walks along the phase 15-16 of the South Pars gas field facilities in the southern Iranian port of Assaluyeh on the shore of the Gulf.

Oil prices surged after Israeli strikes hit Iranian facilities at a major Gulf gas field on March 18, 2026, prompting Tehran to call for retaliatory strikes on energy infrastructure.

Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike

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UAE intercepts 7 ballistic missiles, 15 UAVs

UAE intercepts 7 ballistic missiles, 15 UAVs

Gargash dismisses capital control rumours

Gargash dismisses capital control rumours

Khalifa bin Shaheen Al Marar, UAE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, attends the consultative ministrial meeting in Riyadh, on March 19, 2026.

Arab-Islamic bloc condemns Iran strikes on Gulf states

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Dubai announces Eid prayers across over 900 mosques

Eid prayers to be held in mosques only, no outdoor gatherings this year

Eid 2026: Working on the holiday? Know your rights

UAE Labour Law: Two ways companies must compensate you for working on a public holidays

Eid Al Fitr prayer timings announced across the UAE

Eid prayers to be held in mosques only, not open-air spaces

Archive image of Eid prayer at Al Noor mosque in Sharjah

Is parking free in UAE today for Eid celebrations?

Free parking in UAE today? Eid Al Fitr 2026 guide for drivers

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EID IN UAE

Eid as an expat in the UAE: A celebration beyond faith

Werther Vuelmans (left) and Ankita Srivastava (right)

Best Eid gifts in UAE 2026: 8 picks

Best Eid gifts in UAE 2026: 8 picks