Oman Reports Rise in Global Oil Prices Amid Stronger Demand Outlook
Global oil prices rise amid stronger demand and easing inflation, supporting GCC fiscal stability.
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Bahrain Welcomes UAE-Mediated Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Exchange
Bahrain commends the UAE’s successful humanitarian mediation in the recent Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange.
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Kuwaiti Athletes Continue Medal Run at Gulf Games
Kuwaiti athletes strengthen the nation’s regional sporting presence with multiple medal wins at the Doha Gulf Games.
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Qatar Maintains Dominance at Gulf Games Doha 2026
Qatar extends its overall lead at the 4th Gulf Games with an impressive haul of 82 medals by day four.
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Saudi Arabia Secures Second Place Globally at ISEF 2026
Saudi students win multiple international awards, securing second place globally at ISEF 2026 in Phoenix.
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UAE Rejects Iranian Allegations at BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The UAE reaffirmed its commitment to regional stability at the BRICS meeting in New Delhi, rejecting recent regional allegations.
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Saudi Roads General Authority issues interactive 2026 Hajj land-route guide
The RGA launched a digital map on Friday for pilgrims arriving via land from neighboring GCC countries. The tool provides real-time data on road quality, service station locations, and border…
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Dubai Taxi Company integrates over 2,000 vehicles following National Taxi acquisition
Following the AED 1.45 billion acquisition, Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) began the operational integration of the National Taxi fleet on Friday. The expansion significantly increases DTC’s market share in both…
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American Express Middle East signs partnership with Al Dana Amphitheatre
A strategic partnership was finalized on Friday between American Express and Bahrain’s premier entertainment venue. The deal provides exclusive lounge access and ticketing benefits for cardmembers during the 2026-2027 event…
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Oman-India CEPA enters final administrative phase before June launch
The Ministry of Commerce confirmed on Friday that all technical frameworks for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with India are finalized. The agreement, set for a June 1 start,…
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Saudi Arabia deploys AI guidance robots for Hajj 1447 AH pilgrims
The General Presidency for the Two Holy Mosques has activated a new fleet of multilingual AI robots to assist Hajj pilgrims. The units provide 24/7 interactive guidance, fatwas, and logistics…
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GFH Bank reports US$35.11 million net profit for Q1 2026
Bahrain-based GFH Bank announced a 16.5% increase in net profit for the first quarter of 2026. Despite regional market uncertainty, total income reached $150.99 million, driven by strong performance in…
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Qatar maintains lead in swimming events at GCC Games
Qatari swimmers dominated the Hamad Aquatic Center on Friday, securing multiple gold medals and setting three new Gulf records. The hosts continue to lead the overall medal table as the…
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Saudi Arabia welcomes Yemen detainee exchange agreement reached in Amman
The Saudi Foreign Ministry issued a statement on Friday welcoming the prisoner swap agreement between the Yemeni government and the Houthis. The deal, covering over 1,700 detainees, was finalized in…
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UAE medal tally rises to 20 at Doha GCC Games 2026
The UAE delegation strengthened its position at the 4th GCC Games in Doha, securing nine new medals on Friday to reach a total of 20. Highlights included Fatima Alhosani winning…
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Oman-Canada trade exchange reaches RO 62.4 million milestone
Updated trade data released on Thursday shows that bilateral exchange between Oman and Canada reached RO 62.4 million in the most recent fiscal period. New agreements signed today aim to…
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Kuwaiti officials monitor impact of regional tensions on oil reserves
Government energy analysts are closely monitoring the impact of recent maritime disruptions on strategic oil reserves. While exports remain steady, authorities are coordinating with regional partners to ensure supply chain…
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Bahrain emphasizes regional cooperation for humanitarian aid corridors
During high-level meetings in Manama, Bahraini officials reiterated the Kingdom’s commitment to establishing unified GCC humanitarian corridors. The focus remains on ensuring the unimpeded flow of aid to conflict zones…
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Venus reaches perihelion as visible astronomical event over Qatar
The Qatar Calendar House announced that Venus reached its closest point to the sun today. Residents in Doha were able to observe the planet clearly above the western horizon shortly…
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Saudi Media Minister highlights Hajj system readiness for 1447 AH
During a government press conference in Riyadh, Media Minister Salman Al-Dossary confirmed that all service sectors are fully prepared for the upcoming Hajj season. He noted that this year marks…
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Dubai Taxi Company acquires National Taxi LLC for AED 1.45 billion
Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of National Taxi LLC. The acquisition adds approximately 2,000 vehicles to DTC’s fleet, strengthening its dominant market share…
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Oman confirms final preparations for India CEPA launch on June 1
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion announced that all legislative requirements for the Oman-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) are complete. The deal will eliminate tariffs on 80%…
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Kuwait diving team launches mission to protect coral ecosystems
A specialized diving team under the Environmental Voluntary Foundation began a mission on Thursday to remove discarded fishing nets from coral reefs surrounding Kuwaiti islands. The initiative aims to preserve…
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Bahrain defense officials review successful aerial interception reports
Senior defense officials held a briefing on Thursday to review security reports following recent regional escalations. The data confirmed the successful destruction of multiple hostile drones and missiles, showcasing the…
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Qatar Ministry of Environment sets strategy for COP31 negotiations
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change held a strategic session on Thursday to finalize Qatar’s position for upcoming COP31 negotiations. The plan focuses on carbon capture investment and regional…
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