The Latest Breaking News from Gulf

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain announces official start date of Eid Al Fitr 2026

Eid Al Fitr 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, March 20 across the UAE and several Gulf countries, after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted, marking the completion of a 30-day Ramadan.

The Times of India · Mar 19

Israel bombs South Pars: Why does this gas field matter so much to Iran — and the world?

Israel struck Iran's major South Pars gas field, a major energy source, following a US-Israel operation that killed Iran's leader. The attack, which the US denies prior knowledge of, escalates regional tensions and raises global concerns about energy supply disruptions. Iran has warned of retaliation against other Gulf energy sites.

The Times of India · Mar 19

US mulls troop deployment to 'secure' Strait of Hormuz; how much funding will Pentagon need to fun the war?

The United States is weighing a significant expansion of military operations in the Gulf as the war with Iran intensifies, with plans under discussion to secure the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

The Times of India · Mar 19

​No exams? CBSE announces new evaluation rules for Gulf students​ amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel war, CBSE has cancelled Class 10 board exams in Gulf countries, impacting over 50,000 students. A new evaluation scheme uses performance in conducted exams and internal assessments, with averages for missed papers. This unprecedented move prioritises safety, offering a second chance for improvement while preserving…

The Times of India · Mar 18

'Siren has been sounded': Bahrain urges residents to take shelter as Iran vs US-Israel war escalates

Bahrain's siren system blares, urging residents to seek immediate shelter. This alert signals a serious escalation in the ongoing Iran vs US-Israel war. Emergency warnings and missile interceptions are becoming common across the Gulf. Civilians are now facing direct threats, transforming distant tensions into a lived reality. Preparedness is no…

The Times of India · Mar 18

Qatar gas hub hit by missile, fire erupts at key LNG facility: Ras Laffan attack shakes global energy markets amid Iran vs US-Israel war

A missile attack on Qatar's vital gas facility, a shared energy lifeline with Iran, has triggered a fire and damage, escalating the ongoing Iran vs US–Israel war. This strike targets critical global energy infrastructure, raising fears of widespread supply disruptions and economic instability. The incident marks a dangerous shift towards…

The Times of India · Mar 18

Middle East war: why tit-for-tat attacks on gasfields are a major escalation

Strikes on South Pars and Ras Laffan are first time fossil fuel energy production facilities have been hit. Why is it significant?

The Guardian - UK · Mar 18

'Not aware': Tulsi Gabbard says she does not know Trump said he was shocked by Iran's strike on Gulf countries

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said she was not aware of President Donald Trump's reaction that he was shocked when Iran decided to strike US allies in the Gulf region. As Gabbard testified before Congress, she was asked whether she provided any intelligence to the POTUS that a counterattack…

The Times of India · Mar 18

Iran threatens Gulf energy facilities after Israeli attack on its largest gasfield

Revolutionary Guards say they will strike infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar after South Pars field hit

The Guardian - UK · Mar 18

Oil surges to $110 a barrel after Israel strikes Iran's energy facilities

Brent crude oil prices surged to $110 a barrel after Israel attacked the largest gas plant and another oil facility in Iran. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran (IRGC) reacted by announcing that some Gulf energy sites are "legitimate targets".

Euronews · Mar 18