The Latest Breaking News from Gulf

What will the UK’s role be in the strait of Hormuz when the Iran war ends?

Royal Navy has few mine-hunting ships to deploy as world leaders discuss how to safeguard shipping

The Guardian - UK · Apr 13

US starts naval blockade of Iranian ports after deadline passes

Iran warns Americans they face higher pump prices due to prohibition imposed on Monday evening

The Guardian - UK · Apr 13

Qantas nonstop London-Sydney flights move one step closer

Australian national airline says demand is currently strong for Heathrow-Perth direct departures that avoid the Gulf

The Independent UK · Apr 13

Kenyans are encouraged to work abroad, but protection rights remain weak – new research

Labour migration from Kenya was oriented towards Africa, North America and Europe until the 1990s. Kenyans then started moving to the Gulf countries, such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Oman. Most Kenyan labour migrants to the Gulf perform low-waged work, the women in domestic occupations and…

The Conversation · Apr 12

Saudi Arabia launches 5 rail routes to cut cargo time and costs, linking Gulf ports faster

Saudi Arabia has launched five new rail logistics routes to accelerate cargo movement and reduce transport costs, connecting Gulf ports with key economic hubs. This initiative aims to enhance supply chain efficiency, ease highway congestion, and position the Kingdom as a vital link in global trade under Vision 2030.

The Times of India · Apr 12

The art of no deal: Nuclear mistrust sinks Vance Mission

High-stakes diplomatic talks between U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Iran in Pakistan concluded without an agreement, deepening uncertainty over a Gulf ceasefire. Vance acknowledged the failure, stating Iran rejected Washington's "final and best offer," while Iran cited U.S. unwillingness to recognize its "legitimate rights and interests."

The Times of India · Apr 12

Macron presses for Middle East de-escalation as Iran–US talks begin

Emmanuel Macron is stepping up France's diplomatic push with Gulf and regional partners, as Iran–US talks got underway in Islamabad, amid hopes of a de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 11

Swinney demands greater engagement with UK Government over Gulf conflict

Scottish First Minister John Swinney wrote to the Prime Minister setting out his concerns.

Evening Standard · Apr 11

Trump Posts "GREAT!!!" on Truth Social as Oil Tankers Flow Freely – What It Means for Energy Markets

President Donald Trump took to Truth Social early Saturday with a single emphatic word — "GREAT!!!" — accompanied by an image of empty supertankers steaming toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, signaling apparent relief as maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz normalized following weeks of high-stakes tensions with Iran.

International Business Times · Apr 11

Kuwait International Airport Remains Closed Today Amid Regional Tensions

Kuwait International Airport stayed shuttered Saturday with no commercial passenger flights operating, as authorities continued to cite persistent security concerns and infrastructure repairs following months of regional instability that first forced the closure on Feb. 28.

International Business Times · Apr 11