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The Latest: US forces carry out new defensive strikes on Iran

U.S. forces carried out new defensive strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump asserted Iran is “negotiating on fumes” and insisted November’s midterm elections in the United States won’t make him rush into a deal to end the nearly three-month-old conflict

The Independent UK

Shaky ceasefire in Iran war is challenged again as Kuwait faces a missile attack

The U_S_ military says Kuwait intercepted missiles launched by Iran, calling it an "egregious ceasefire violation."

AAP

US military says Iran fired missiles at Kuwait in the latest challenge to the fragile ceasefire

The U_S_ military says Kuwait intercepted missiles launched by Iran, calling it an "egregious ceasefire violation."

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Kuwait says it faced a missile and drone attack, another challenge to Iran war's shaky ceasefire

Kuwait says it was targeted with a missile and drone attack

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Kuwait under missile, drone attack after US strikes Iran; what happened at Bandar Abbas?

In a dramatic turn of events, Kuwait's air defense forces successfully neutralized incoming missile and drone threats, reflecting the heightened tensions between the US and Iran. This incident unfolds in the wake of Iran's announcement about attacking a US airbase, a reaction to previous American strikes near Bandar Abbas where…

The Times of India

Iran-US war latest: Deal to extend ceasefire and reopen Strait of Hormuz ‘just needs Trump signature’

Iranian media denied reports that a draft agreement of ceasefire extension is with Trump for approval

The Independent UK

US and Iran exchange strikes as Israel intensifies attacks on southern Lebanon

US forces down drones near strait of Hormuz, sparking attack on American airbase in Kuwait

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Iran-US war restarted? Tensions rise as Washington, Tehran resume attacks amid truce talks: Check key developments

Fresh US strikes targeted Iran's drone control center near Bandar Abbas after Iranian forces fired on a US tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington also imposed new sanctions on an Iranian agency controlling shipping. Kuwait intercepted missiles and drones, while Israel warned Lebanon's Tyre of impending action against Hezbollah,…

The Economic Times

Kuwait says it faces a missile and drone attack as shaky ceasefire in Iran war again challenged

Kuwait says it faced a missile and drone attack as the shaky ceasefire in the Iran war was again challenged

AAP

Methanol, pistachios and cement: the other Iranian exports being choked by the war

The war between Iran, the US and Israel has escalated into a major global crisis, with consequences that are reaching far beyond the Middle East. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which around 25% of the world’s oil ordinarily passes, has rattled global energy markets.

The Conversation

Pakistan eyes Gulf-backed oil reserve hub at Gwadar amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Pakistan is encouraging Persian Gulf oil producers to establish crude reserve buffers at its planned Energy City near Gwadar Port. This initiative aims to create strategic reserves for emergency use, as Pakistan currently lacks such buffers. Kuwait has already shown interest in this proposal, which also includes LNG and LPG…

The Economic Times

What really happened? Troops and intelligence reports suggest service member deaths in Iran were preventable

Service members and intel agencies reportedly warned about potential vulnerabilities and enemy fire before deadly incidents killed 13

The Independent UK

Leonardo to equip Kuwait patrol vessels, strengthening Italy's presence in the Gulf

The Italian group has signed a €320 million deal with Abu Dhabi Ship Building to supply FALAJ 3 OPV naval combat systems to Kuwait, bolstering Italy’s commercial and military role in the Persian Gulf.

Euronews

The Gaps in Legal Oversight: Walkers and the Failures at the Heart of the Port Fund Dispute

The Port Fund was an investment vehicle registered in the Cayman Islands. Walkers' Cayman firm was engaged by The Port Fund, which counted among its investors the state-owned Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA) and Public Institution for Social Security (PIFSS).

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The Conversation

How severe has the economic impact of the Iran war been for the Gulf states?

The US and Israel’s war on Iran has cast a long shadow over the Gulf. It has placed many of the economies that make up the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regional grouping – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia – under substantial strain.

The Economic Times

Kuwait introduces online entry visa service for domestic drivers

Kuwait has introduced a new online service via the "Sahel" app, allowing citizens to apply for domestic driver entry visas electronically. This initiative, launched by the Ministry of Interior, aims to streamline government procedures, reduce paperwork, and save time by eliminating the need to visit service centers.

The Economic Times

With ceasefire talks stalled, Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and Strait of Hormuz

Kuwait alleges Iran attempted an attack on Bubiyan Island. This incident occurs as U.S. President Trump visits China. Tensions are high in the Persian Gulf. Israel has deployed air defense to the UAE. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical point of contention. Norway reports stranded vessels due to shipping…

The Guardian - UK

UAE’s secret attack on Iran risks drawing Gulf states into the war

If current precarious ceasefire between US and Iran ends, Emirates are more likely to be targeted by Tehran

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The Times of India

Kuwait launches new Sahel Service for flight delays, refunds and lost baggage complaints

Kuwait's aviation regulator has launched a new feature on the Sahel app, allowing air travelers to directly report flight delays, cancellations, and refund disputes. This digital service aims to expedite complaint handling and enhance passenger protection, simplifying communication between passengers, airlines, and authorities.

MarketBeat

National Energy Services Reunited Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

National Energy Services Reunited (NASDAQ:NESR) reported record first-quarter 2026 revenue and outlined plans to begin returning capital to shareholders, while management said operations across its core Middle East and North Africa markets remained resilient despite regional geopolitical disruptions

The Conversation

Gulf state cooperation has long been shaped by the threat of Iran − but shows of unity belie division

Arab Gulf countries, battered economically and physically by the war with Iran, were keen to put on a united front at a key regional meeting on April 28, 2026.

Euronews

UK jury convicts Kuwaiti national over attempt to attack Israeli embassy in London

The conviction comes the day after Britain's security services raised the terrorism threat level to "severe", the second highest level in the five-tier system, meaning an attack is "highly likely in the next six months."

Evening Standard

Small boat migrant guilty of attempted knife attack on Israeli embassy

Kuwait-born Abdullah Albadri was tackled by armed police after he leapt up an embassy fence armed with two 4in knives last May.

International Business Times UK

Six US Service Members Killed in Kuwait After Hegseth Allegedly Overrode Warnings of Active Drone Threats

Six US Army Reserve soldiers died in a suspected Iranian drone attack in Kuwait, raising questions about force protection failures. Survivors and lawmakers demand accountability amid ongoing investigations.

Euronews

Kuwait reopens airspace for the first time since the outbreak of the Iran war

Flag carrier Kuwait Airways and low-cost airline Jazeera Airways will resume flights on Sunday 26 April.

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