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US-ISRAEL WAR ON IRAN

US naval blockade of Iran from 6pm: What it means

Oil tankers and cargo ships line up in the Strait of Hormuz. File photo taken on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

President Donald Trump speaks with reporters at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sunday, April 12, 2026, after he returned from Miami. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Trump says Iran 'desperate' as blockade looms

Crude oil prices jump up to 4 pc on Hormuz tensions, ceasefire doubts

Oil prices jump: WTI soars to $104 as Iran talks fail

The IRGC has reportedly deployed Maham-3 and Maham-7 naval mines to "control" passage through the narrow Strait of Hormuz. The regime's approach reflects a broader strategy: use global trade going through the waterway as a negotiating gambit. Even a small number of mines can disrupt global shipping, making rapid detection and clearance essential.

US starts Hormuz mine-clearing for safe ship passage

File photo of Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Chairman of Masdar and Executive Chairman of XRG.

22 attacks, 800 ships stranded in Hormuz: Al Jaber

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Iran says 'inches away' from deal with US

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Why gold fell even with war fears in March

ETF outflows, leverage unwind and liquidity stress triggered sharp gold drop

Expats barred from Makkah without permit from today

New Hajj regulations tighten entry rules ahead of pilgrimage season

How is food reaching you despite regional tensions?

From feeder ships to cold chain hubs, DP World maps new routes for supplies

How is food reaching you despite regional tensions?

How schoolteachers paid musical tribute to UAE amid war

Teachers who took part in 'The UAE Resilience Project' at Dubai's Folklore Theatre: some teaching music, others different subjects.

Watch: 64 nationalities lift 200kg UAE flag, set record

Watch: 64 nationalities lift 200kg UAE flag, set record

UAE weather to shift from rain to dusty winds this week

UAE President meets Indian Minister of External Affairs

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince begins state visit to China

Wave of pride: UAE landmarks glow in flag colours

Iconic UAE landmarks light up in powerful show of unity and pride

Rilee Rossouw’s IPL vs PSL comparison grabs attention

Rilee Rossouw’s IPL vs PSL comparison grabs attention

Kuwait overhauls citizenship rules—who is affected?

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Man to be deported after secretly filming woman

How to watch Euphoria Season 3 in the UAE

BOLLYWOOD

Asha Bhosle dies at 92: Look back on her iconic career

As the legendary singer Asha Bhosle turned 88 on September 8, several actors from Bollywood took to their social media handles to share heartfelt birthday greetings for their beloved 'Tai'

Priyanka Chopra mourns Asha Bhosle in emotional tribute

Priyanka Chopra penned emotional tribute for Asha Bhosle.