The Latest Breaking News from Gulf

As the 2026 Hurricane Season Approaches, National Floors Direct Explores the Rise of Storm-Resilient Flooring Options

With NOAA set to release its 2026 outlook on May 21 and preseason forecasts pointing to between 12 and 20 named storms, U.S. households in hurricane-prone markets are increasingly factoring waterproof and resilient flooring into their pre-season preparedness plans.

International Business Times · May 18

The Strait of Hormuz Now Has Its Own Social Media Account as Iran Turns Tensions Into a Digital War

An X account using the handle @PGSA_IRAN and the display name tied to the Hormuz Gulf appeared Monday as tensions over the waterway remained at the center of the standoff between Iran and the United States

Latin Times · May 18

'Dangerous escalation': India expresses deep concern after drone strikes target Barakah nuclear facility in UAE

India on Monday expressed deep concern after a drone attack targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE, calling it a “dangerous escalation” amid rising Gulf tensions. The Ministry of External Affairs said such attacks were unacceptable and urged restraint, dialogue and diplomacy.

The Economic Times · May 18

Iran plans new Hormuz transit mechanism, says only cooperating nations will benefit

Iran is introducing a new system for the Strait of Hormuz. Commercial ships and nations cooperating with Tehran will receive priority passage. Specialized services will incur fees. This move comes amid rising Gulf tensions and concerns over global energy supplies. Several oil and gas carriers are already transiting the vital…

The Economic Times · May 16

As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet

The Israel-UAE alliance, typically discreet, was exposed by revelations of Iron Dome deployment and a secret Netanyahu visit, prompting a UAE denial. This highlights regional sensitivities to public ties with Israel, especially amid the Iran war and Gaza conflict, as Gulf states prefer to downplay such partnerships.

The Economic Times · May 16

UAE Plans to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz to Export Oil Via the Gulf of Oman with an Ingenious Unexpected Plan

The UAE is expediting its oil pipeline expansion to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, enhancing export capacity and energy security amid regional tensions threatening global energy corridors.

International Business Times UK · May 16

W&T Offshore Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

W&T Offshore (NYSE:WTI) reported first-quarter 2026 results that management said met or exceeded guidance across several operational and financial measures, helped by steady production, higher realized pricing and lower operating costs. Chairman and CEO Tracy Krohn told investors the Gulf of Me

MarketBeat · May 15

How the Mideast war brought UAE, Israel closer together

After facing barrages of Iranian missiles that threatened its economic future, the UAE has moved closer to Israel, widening a split with ally-turned-rival Saudi Arabia and placing it in defiant opposition to Tehran. But its closer cooperation with Israel risks further antagonising Iran, which the UAE views as its biggest…

The Economic Times · May 15

Not Our War: Behind closed doors, UAE urged Gulf action against Iran, Saudis refused - report

The UAE sought a joint military response from Gulf nations against Iran after Tehran's attacks, but Saudi Arabia and Qatar refused, citing it as "not their war." This disagreement strained UAE ties with its neighbors and contributed to Abu Dhabi's growing frustration with regional partners.

The Times of India · May 15

Hormuz not blocked by Iran, 'unprovoked aggression' by US, Israel led to it: Russian FM Lavrov

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov pointed to US and Israeli actions as the cause of the Gulf crisis. He stated Iran did not block the Strait of Hormuz. Lavrov proposed regional security talks involving Iran and Arab nations. He suggested India could mediate between Iran and the US for long-term…

The Economic Times · May 15