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STRAIT OF HORMUZ CRISIS

Strait of Hormuz won't be used to threaten nation: Iran

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Iran’s Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Esmaeil Baghaei

Bahrain says Iranian strikes aimed at civilians, urges public to avoid debris

Bahrain says Iran targeted civilians, warns over debris

Travelers in Terminal 4 of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York.

US, UK and Canada update travel warnings across Gulf

Passengers at the departures area of Dubai International Airport as UAE travellers continue with summer holiday plans while increasingly opting for flexible tickets and delaying last-minute bookings amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East.

Flying today? Latest UAE flight cancellations, updates

The latest strikes targeted missile sites, Revolutionary Guard infrastructure and military facilities as Washington vowed to continue operations.

US-Iran War: What UAE residents need to know today

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Brent crosses $90 as supply fears return

This screen grab taken from video footage released on July 17, 2026 by Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC)'s Sepah News website shows a missile being launched from an undisclosed location towards US targets in Qatar, Kuwait and Oman.

Iran Guards attack 'enemy' command centre in Syria

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MEA gets three months for fresh tender; interim arrangements allowed

The government says passport is a travel document, not a conclusive proof of Indian citizenship.

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Andy Burnham will Monday become Britain's sixth prime minister to move into Downing Street since 2016, with an in-tray overflowing with challenges and little time to make his mark.

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2 Filipino seafarers killed, 12 hurt in drone attacks

Indian police baton charge protesters to parliament

Where Gulf NRIs are buying property now

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HUAWEI Pura 90s Series sets the pace for 5.5G

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Kuwait introduces rules to regulate places of worship

Kuwait issues strict rules to keep places of worship free of politics

Domestic workers get new 3-month iqama renewal option

Saudi Arabia links flexible iqama durations to digital Absher, Musaned platforms