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Britain on brink of joining Trump’s war with US bombers flying from RAF Fairford to target Iran

The Ministry of Defence said the US aircraft will carry out ‘defensive’ missions against Iranian missile sites putting British lives at risk

Evening Standard

‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for China

China's strategy of balancing interests in the Middle East is challenged by US actions against Iran. This conflict reveals Beijing's inability to protect its partners and reinforces President Xi Jinping's focus on military strength. The situation impacts China's energy security and global standing. Upcoming talks with President Trump will occur…

The Times of India

Ukraine’s low-cost killers draw both US and Gulf interest. A wartime ban blocks sales

Ukraine could emerge as a new player in modern warfare

The Independent UK

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Will war in the Middle East ruin Mohammed Bin Salman’s plan to make Saudi the new Dubai?

IN DEPTH: Saudi Arabia’s crown prince hoped the kingdom would soon rival the UAE as the business hub and safe haven in the region. But experts tell Tara Cobham that a protracted conflict threatens

The Independent UK

Iran rejects Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender as a ‘dream’

Masoud Pezeshkian issues rare apology to neighbouring Gulf states for Iranian strikes as war enters eighth day

The Guardian - UK

‘It means missile defence on datacentres’: drone strikes raise doubts over Gulf as AI superpower

Iran’s targeting of commercial datacentres in the UAE and Bahrain signals a new frontier in asymmetric warfare

The Guardian - UK

Watch: Israeli military shares ‘POV’ of air force pilot flying to bomb Tehran

An IDF pilot's cockpit video shows fighter jets flying towards Tehran, with the pilot stating they are en route to strike historic targets. This footage emerges amid reports of explosions in Iran and escalating conflict, including an Israeli F-35 downing an Iranian aircraft. The broader war has seen significant casualties…

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Fearful African migrants warily work on through Gulf missile strikes

When blasts rolled across Dubai as air defences intercepted Iranian missiles overhead, Marion Kuria froze as a tremor ran through her building. Then, like countless African migrants in the Gulf, she went back to work, driven by a need for income and with few alternatives to turn to.

Radio France Internationale

Iran's president apologises for air strikes on Gulf countries in state TV address

After a week of tit-for-tat strikes there is no foreseeable end to the fighting and the Trump administration approved a new $151 million arms sale to Israel.

Euronews

'No attack unless attacked first': Iran Prez apolgises for strikes on Gulf states; rejects Trump's 'unconditional surrender' call

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologized for recent strikes on neighboring nations. He stated Iran will not attack any country unless attacked first. This comes as an interim leadership council now governs the Islamic Republic. Pezeshkian also rejected calls for Iran's unconditional surrender. The foreign minister suggested the Revolutionary Guard…

The Times of India

Airline groundings expose depth of world travel’s reliance on Gulf corridor

Restart of operations will be a relief to those stranded but may not dispel doubts raised by past week about key transit hub

The Guardian - UK

Israel fires 'broad-scale' strikes on Tehran as war hits second week

Israel announced a new wave of "broad-scale" strikes on Tehran on Saturday as the escalating war in the Middle East entered its second week and oil prices surged on fears about global supply disruption.

Radio France Internationale

The Latest: Israel hammers Beirut and Tehran as Iran attacks more Israeli targets

Iran has launched another wave of missiles and drones, and Gulf states say they intercept more incoming attacks as the war intensifies

The Independent UK

Explainer: How air raid sirens and alerts shape daily lives across Middle East

Residents across the Gulf region now live in the harrowing reality of thunderous explosions overhead. As the Iran war shows no sign of slowing down, the authorities are helping educate people on what to do and how to handle this new reality.

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The Independent UK

Iranian attacks target Gulf States as US warns bombing will intensify

Intense Iranian fire is targeting the Gulf Arab states as Israel and the United States kept up their airstrikes targeting the Islamic Republic

The Times of India

Plumes of smoke, planes ablaze: Iran's Mehrabad airport on fire as Israel launches airstrike - watch

Israeli forces launched broad-scale strikes on targets in Tehran, including Mehrabad International Airport, with explosions reported across the city and surrounding areas. This escalation follows Iran's retaliatory missile and drone attacks against Israel and Gulf countries, intensifying the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

The Times of India

Emirates NBD bank waives fees for cash withdrawals from other ATMs across UAE, GCC as Iran and US–Israel war fears grow

Emirates NBD is waiving ATM withdrawal fees across the UAE and GCC until March 31, 2026, to ease financial access amid regional disruptions. This move also includes free debit card replacements and delivery, offering crucial support to stranded travelers and residents navigating travel uncertainties. The initiative aims to ensure uninterrupted…

The Times of India

Qatar partially reopens airspace amid Iran and US-Israel war: Allows limited flights as missile strikes continue across Gulf

Qatar has partially reopened its airspace after days of disruption due to regional military tensions. While some evacuation and cargo flights are resuming under strict monitoring, commercial services remain heavily restricted. This move offers a glimmer of hope for stranded travellers and airlines navigating ongoing security concerns across the Middle…

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The Independent UK

Oil prices rocket in biggest weekly gain for six years as Middle East conflict escalates

Warnings issued that oil and gas production in the Gulf could be halted entirely in the coming days, as commodity prices and stock markets are being hammered

The Times of India

PV Sindhu withdraws, ATP cancelled, Formula One and football friendlies under threat: US-Israel war on Iran hits Middle East sports travel

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are significantly disrupting the global sporting calendar, leading to cancelled tournaments, stranded athletes and postponed events amid Iran-US-Israel war. Major aviation hubs in the Gulf are crucial for international sports travel and their disruption forces organisers to rethink logistics and prioritise athlete safety amidst…

Euronews

Iran's strikes on Gulf energy sites rattle markets and raise recession fears

Iran’s apparent erratic strikes all over the Gulf and now Azerbaijan, together with its stranglehold of the vital Strait of Hormuz, have resulted in a growing strain on the world’s global energy supplies with incalculable consequences ahead.

The Times of India

Bahrain International Airport shuts down flights, airspace closed: What stranded travellers need to know amid US-Israel war against Iran

Bahrain's airspace closure has halted flights, impacting thousands of passengers amid escalating regional tensions. This disruption, linked to the 2026 Iran war, has forced multiple Gulf states to restrict airspace, causing widespread cancellations and rerouting. Recovery plans are underway but experts warn of prolonged global travel impacts due to the…

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Iran denies attacking Saudi Arabia and Oman – their explanation for who did it reveals a much bigger game being played

Geopolitical chess going on here.

International Business Times UK

'If They Rise, They Rise' — Trump Shrugs Off Surging Pump Prices as Qatar's Energy Minister Warns Oil Could Hit $150 a Barrel

As the US-Iran conflict intensifies, oil prices are skyrocketing, with potential global economic impacts. Discover how the Strait of Hormuz tensions are affecting energy markets.

International Business Times

Qatar Issues Dire Energy Warning For 'Economies of the World' As U.S. Iran War Intensifies

Qatar is warning that the Iran war could force the shutdown of Gulf oil and gas exporters, driving oil prices to $150 a barrel.

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