Is it safe to travel to Turkey? Latest travel advice to the Middle East The UK Foreign Office is advising against travel to 20 countries in the Middle East region as conflict continues to escalate Evening Standard · Mar 2
Western coverage of Iran is like a masterclass in saying everything except who did it A day after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was confirmed killed in joint US-Israel strikes, Iran hit back hard. American jets crashed in Kuwait. Saudi Aramco's oil facilities were struck. Missiles and drones swept across Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Iraq, and Israel. Newslaundry · Mar 2
Gas prices rocket as Qatar halts production after Iranian attacks Qatar’s state-backed energy company stopped liquified natural gas production, driving a roughly 52% jump in European wholesale prices. Evening Standard · Mar 2
European gas prices jump by as much as 45% as Qatar stops LNG production European natural gas prices surged on Monday as the escalating conflict in the Middle East caused Qatar to stop LNG production at the world’s top plant. Euronews · Mar 2
How latest Iran-US war is impacting F1 and WEC The conflict, which broke out two days ago, may impact the WEC’s season opener as well as F1 grands prix Autosport · Mar 2
US, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE condemn Iran over missile and drone attacks in joint statement Seven countries in the Gulf and West Asia joined the United States on Monday in condemning Iran over a wave of missile and drone attacks across the region, even as fighting between Washington, Israel and Tehran continued to intensify. The Times of India · Mar 2
Middle East tensions surge: Saudi Arabia summons Iran envoy in escalating Gulf crisis amid US-Israel attacks Saudi Arabia has summoned Iran's ambassador. This action follows Iranian attacks on Saudi territory and neighbouring Gulf states. The move escalates tensions linked to the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran. Other Gulf nations like Kuwait and Qatar have also protested Iranian actions. Saudi Arabia vows to defend its sovereignty and… The Times of India · Mar 2
Wong warns ‘there are limits’ to helping Australians affected by flight cancellations amid Iran conflict Government has not yet committed to repatriation flights as Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways cancel flights The Guardian - AU · Mar 1
Britain Enters the Iran Conflict for the First Time as RAF Typhoon Intercepts Drone Heading for Qatar The UK has entered the Iran conflict, with an RAF Typhoon jet shooting down an Iranian drone near Qatar, marking a significant shift in Britain's military stance. International Business Times UK · Mar 1
UK fighter jet shoots down Iranian drone flying towards Qatar It is the first drone shot down by a UK fighter jet since conflict erupted on Saturday The Independent UK · Mar 1
UK mounts major operation to support thousands stranded in the Gulf Those in Bahrain, Israel, Palestine, Qatar and the UAE have been urged to register their presence with the Foreign Office online. Evening Standard · Mar 1
Almost half of Heathrow-Middle East flights cancelled Twenty-four of the 56 flights that were scheduled to depart from the London airport on Sunday for the region have been axed. Evening Standard · Mar 1
Qatar intercepts Iranian missile waves on day two of retaliation as Doha fire contained On day two after US strikes on Iran, Tehran continued to launch missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, including Qatar, raising regional tensions and prompting authorities to advise residents to stay vigilant. Euronews · Mar 1
How Europeans can register with their embassy after attack on Iran Residents and visitors to the Middle East are being urged to register their presence to receive updates. Euronews · Mar 1
The Times of India · Mar 1 Iran strikes Gulf again: More explosions in Dubai, Doha and Manama; airports targeted? Iran launched retaliatory strikes across key Gulf cities, including Dubai, Doha, and Manama, targeting areas hosting US military bases. These attacks followed US and Israeli strikes that reportedly killed Iran's Supreme Leader. Major airports experienced evacuations and flight suspensions due to the escalating regional conflict.
The Times of India · Mar 1 Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Kuwait: Gulf countries targeted by Iran after US-Israel strikes Iran launched retaliatory attacks on US assets across the Gulf, targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE, following a joint US-Israel strike. The Revolutionary Guard threatened further "intense offensive operations" against Israel and US bases. The UAE reported one fatality and injuries, while Bahrain and Kuwait intercepted missiles, with Kuwait…
Euronews · Feb 28 Qatar says 'situation secure' after Iranian attacks foiled, urges vigilance on rumours Iran launched retaliatory strikes on US military bases across the Gulf including in Qatar after US-Israeli attacks on Iranian targets on February 28, sharply escalating regional tensions and prompting civil defence measures.
Evening Standard · Feb 28 Trump claims Iranian Supreme Leader killed in US-Israeli strikes Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death is ‘the single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their country’, the US leader said.
International Business Times UK · Feb 28 Doha and Dubai in Lockdown Mode After US Strike Escalation Sparks Regional Airspace Crisis Across Middle East A US strike on Iran has led to significant airspace closures in the Middle East, affecting major aviation hubs like Doha and Dubai.
Evening Standard · Feb 28 Richard Keys pulled off air in Qatar as UK warns Brits to shelter amid US-Israel-Iran strikes ‘I don’t have space to express my feelings about that idiot Trump,’ said Keys
The Conversation · Feb 28 Iran will respond to US-Israeli strikes as existential threats to the regime – because they are After U.S. and Israeli missiles struck Iran’s nuclear sites in June 2025, Tehran responded with a limited attack on the American airbase in Qatar. Five years before that, a U.S. drone strike against Qasem Soleimani, head of the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, was followed by an attack…
The Times of India · Feb 28 Why was Oman spared as Iran targeted Gulf states after US–Israel strikes Missile strikes rocked the Gulf following US-Israeli actions against Iran, hitting Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Oman, however, remained untouched. This neutrality, coupled with its crucial role as a diplomatic intermediary between Tehran and Washington, likely protected it from retaliation, preserving a vital, albeit fragile, communication line…
Euronews · Feb 28 Virgin Atlantic resumes scheduled Dubai to London route Emirates, Etihad Airways and flydubai are continuing to operate a limited schedule, while Qatar Airways has extended its flight suspension until 6 March.
The Times of India · Feb 28 Iran targets Qatar: Falling missile debris creates panic in Doha – Watch Panic erupted on the outskirts of Qatar's capital, Doha, as rocket debris fell, causing a large explosion. This incident occurred amidst retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting Israel and US facilities, following earlier attacks on Iran. The event highlights the growing risk of regional conflict spillover, with Qatar hosting a key…
Euronews · Feb 28 Qatar reserves right to respond as third wave of Iranian missiles intercepted over Doha Qatar strongly condemned Iranian missile attacks on its territory calling them a blatant violation of sovereignty. Air defences intercepted multiple waves over Doha, as authorities urged calm.