File picture: US Navy keep watch on Iranian fast attack craft in the Strait of Hormuz.

Defying maritime law, Iran redraws Hormuz control zone

Iran Guards expand Hormuz operational zone as Gulf states warn against coercion

Three sentenced to life in Bahrain for links with Iran

Two men, one woman found guilty of spying with IRGC

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Masar Nusuk platform launched to streamline Umrah

Umrah permit issuance begins on June 1

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a new digital service for qualifying external agents and finalising contracts for the upcoming Umrah season through the Masar Nusuk platform.

Oman urges initiative to free trapped ships in Hormuz

Maritime bodies warn prolonged closure risks humanitarian and economic fallout

A boat approaches the container ship Marsa Victory while cruising in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Khasab in Oman’s northern Musandam peninsula. File photo taken on June 25, 2025.

EU ministers push stronger ties with Gulf allies

Ministers eye deeper Gulf partnership as Iran tensions hit key trade routes

EU foreign ministers stress importance of strengthening relations with GCC states

Arab League denounces Iranian aggressions in Gulf

League chief vows support for Gulf states’ measures to defend security, sovereignty

A worker prepares the International Congress Centre a day before the first EU-Arab League Summit in Sharm Al Shaikh, Egypt. File photo taken on February 23, 2019.

Kuwait shuts 3 illegal slaughterhouses, arrests 10

The facilities were operating without permits or supervision from the relevant agencies

Authorities said the facilities were operating without permits or supervision from the relevant agencies, including the Public Authority for Agricultural Affairs and Fish Resources.

Saudi Arabia sets six-hour Hajj payment windows

New payment phase applies to Saudis and residents who have already completed registration

The ministry said pilgrims will now be given up to 72 hours to settle reservation invoices until Thursday, 27 Dhul Qada, before the payment window is shortened to six hours on Friday, 28 Dhul Qada.

50% of GCC railway project now complete

The 1,700km network is scheduled to become fully operational by December 2030

According to approved studies, the project is expected to raise passenger numbers from six million in 2030 to more than eight million by 2045.

Visa-free travel: Saudi Arabia, Russia ease entry rules

Mutual visa waiver opens 90-day stays as Riyadh and Moscow mark 100 years of ties

All passport holders gain visa-free access, boosting tourism and business links

Oman heat rises above 44°C ahead of summer peak

Saham records Oman’s highest temperature at 44.5°C

Temperatures across Oman climbed sharply above 40 °C as the Sultanate moved closer to the peak summer season, with Saham recording the country’s highest temperature at 44.5°C over the past 24 hours.

What happens after Trump rejects Iran proposal?

Markets rattle, Gulf tensions rise after Trump calls Iran's response totally unacceptable

Trump gave few details, but his swift rejection suggested the gap between the two sides remains wide.

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