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Iran continues targeting energy sites: Key Kuwait oil refinery on fire again after drone strike

Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery faced another Iranian drone attack on Friday. Fires erupted at several units. This follows a similar incident a day earlier. Firefighters are working to control the blaze. The attacks are part of a wider escalation in the Gulf region. Energy supplies and global markets are…

The Times of India

US approves $16 billion funding in military sales to Gulf nations affected by Iran conflict

The United States on Thursday approved $16.46 billion in military sales to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, as Gulf states contend with the fallout from the ongoing conflict with Iran.

The Times of India

'Uncontrollable consequence': Iran hits Saudi's Aramco and Kuwait refinery following Israel attack on South Pars

Iran escalated attacks on Gulf energy sites, hitting Saudi Arabia's SAMREF refinery and facilities in Qatar and Kuwait. These strikes, following an Israeli attack on Iran's South Pars gas field, caused global fuel prices to surge. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE condemned the actions, while the US warned of…

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Eid ul Fitr 2026 alert in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar: No open grounds, prayers only inside mosques as Gulf countries announce new guidelines amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Eid ul Fitr 2026 prayers in the UAE will be held exclusively inside mosques nationwide, suspending traditional outdoor prayer grounds. This significant shift aims to enhance public safety and streamline organisation amidst heightened regional sensitivities due to the ongoing Iran vs US-Israel war. While the venue changes, the timing and…

The Times of India

Global oil hits $105 per barrel: Could UAE petrol prices jump to Dh3.80–Dh4 per litre in April?

Global oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel due to escalating Middle East tensions, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz. This volatility directly impacts fuel costs for UAE residents, with prices expected to rise if crude remains high. Other GCC nations also face potential price adjustments, though subsidies offer…

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Iran war fallout: CBSE cancels Class 12 board exams in seven Middle East countries

CBSE has cancelled Class 12 board exams for students in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This decision follows a review of the situation and inputs from local schools and authorities. Previously postponed exams are also nullified. The board will announce the method for declaring results…

The Times of India

Force majeure explained: Why Gulf countries are invoking it amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Middle East conflict triggers force majeure declarations from Gulf energy producers like Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait. Attacks and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have halted oil and gas exports, causing global price spikes and supply chain concerns amid Iran vs US-Israel war. This legal clause highlights the immediate…

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KC-135 Crash: Four US Crew Confirmed Dead, Two Missing Amid Ongoing Rescue Efforts

A US KC-135 refuelling tanker crashed in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury, killing four crew. Two remain missing as rescue efforts continue.

International Business Times UK

What Is A Stratotanker? KC-135 Crash Reported In Western Iraq - Casualties Crew Members, and Latest Updates

A US KC-135 Stratotanker crashed during a mission in western Iraq, prompting search and rescue operations as officials investigate the cause of the incident.

International Business Times UK

Which London-Dubai flights are operating and which are cancelled? Latest travel news amid Middle East conflict

Latest flight cancellations as passengers have faced over two weeks of travel disruption due to the regional conflict

Evening Standard

Indian Embassy teams up with Jazeera Airways, arranges travel relief for stranded nationals in Kuwait amid flight disruptions across the Gulf due to Iran vs US-Israel war

Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel tensions disrupting air travel, the Indian Embassy in Kuwait is coordinating with Jazeera Airways and Kuwaiti authorities to facilitate emergency travel for Indian nationals. This initiative addresses flight suspensions and airspace closures, ensuring that the stranded expatriates, a significant community in Kuwait, can return home…

The Times of India

Brain trauma, shrapnel and amputation: Injuries of US troops in Iran attacks more severe than disclosed, report says

Survivors describe ‘smoke and fire and crazy and chaos’ in aftermath of drone strike on Kuwait port facility

The Independent UK

Iranian Strike On U.S. Base In Kuwait Reportedly More Severe Than Previously Known, With Dozens Still Hospitalized

The Iranian strike on a U.S. military base in Kuwait was more severe than previously known, according to a new report, with dozens of military members still hospitalized more than a week later.

Latin Times

US launches 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran yet as Tehran attacks countries across Gulf

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the US ‘will not relent until the enemy is totally and decisively defeated’

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Euronews

Trump warns of military consequences 'at a level never seen before' if Iran mines Strait of Hormuz

The comments come after confusion earlier on Tuesday about whether or not the US Navy had escorted an oil tanker through the key waterway.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Iran launches drones at Saudi Arabia and Kuwait as US president sends mixed messages

Iran launches drones at Saudi Arabia and Kuwait as U.S. President Donald Trump sends mixed messages about the war, fueling market uncertainty

The Independent UK

Iran fires drones toward Saudi Arabia and Kuwait

Iranian fired drones toward Saudi Arabia and Kuwait early Tuesday as the war in the Middle East shows no sign of abating

The Independent UK

State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mounts

The State Department has drawn down personnel at more U.S. diplomatic missions in and around the Middle East as it comes under increasing but historically familiar criticism for not doing enough to prepare

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The Mary Sue

Fox News ‘Accidentally’ Airs Capless Donald Trump After He Wore One at a Dignified Transfer

The United States lost six military service personnel in Kuwait due to a drone strike. During the dignified transfer, President Donald Trump controversially wore a white baseball cap, which he didn’t take off. Fox News reported on the dignified transfer but uploaded a different video instead—one wherein Trump was not…

Reason

What Is Life Like Beneath the Bombs of the Iran War?

Reason speaks with civilians about wartime life in Iran, Israel, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

The Times of India

After oil, war of water? Why desalination plants are turning into targets in Middle East – explained

Desalination plants in the Middle East are becoming targets in the escalating conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel. Recent incidents in Bahrain and Iran, with conflicting claims of responsibility, highlight the strategic importance of these facilities. Attacks on water infrastructure pose a significant threat to civilian survival and regional…

Euronews

Bapco declares force majeure as Iran sets Bahrain's only refinery ablaze

Bapco Energies invoked force majeure on Monday after a strike set the Al-Ma'ameer facility ablaze, joining Qatar and Kuwait in suspending shipments as Iran escalates its attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure.

Evening Standard

Iran war LIVE: 'Get out of southeast Turkey,' Americans told as Middle East conflict spirals

Global markets gripped by panic on Monday as fears mount over the economic impact of Trump’s war on Iran

The Times of India

Kuwait: Civil Service Commission exempts stranded government employees from work duties amid travel disruptions

Kuwait has announced special relief for government employees who are currently stranded outside the country due to regional airspace closures and travel disruptions. The authorities confirmed that affected public sector workers will be exempt from work duties during their absence, and the time spent abroad will be counted as official…

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Fox News uses old clip of Trump after he wore hat while saluting slain US soldiers

Conservative outlet aired footage of president saluting at similar ceremony in December for at least three broadcasts

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