Oman awards $104 million in infrastructure contracts for Sultan Haitham City
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning has awarded a new package of contracts for the ongoing development of Sultan Haitham City. The deals cover the construction of main road…
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Oman and India to launch Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on June 1
The Omani Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion confirmed that the landmark CEPA with India will come into force next month. The agreement is expected to eliminate tariffs on…
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Miraval The Red Sea set for official opening on May 15
The Red Sea Global (RSG) announced that the Miraval The Red Sea wellness resort on Shura Island will welcome its first guests this Friday. The resort marks a major milestone…
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Oman Ministry of Agriculture marks International Day of Plant Health
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources held a ceremony in Muscat to mark the International Day of Plant Health. The event focused on the Sultanate’s ‘Bio-Security 2026’ plan…
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IRGC-linked suspects confess to Bubiyan Island infiltration attempt
Kuwaiti security sources confirmed today that the detainees arrested near Bubiyan Island have confessed to attempting a maritime infiltration. The suspects admitted to being tasked with establishing a secret surveillance…
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Presight AI reports 22.2 percent revenue growth for Q1 2026
Presight AI Holding, the UAE’s leading big data analytics firm, reported a strong start to the year with revenues reaching AED 315.4 million. The growth is driven by the rapid…
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UAE announces official Eid Al Adha holiday dates for public sector
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has confirmed the Eid Al Adha holiday dates for federal employees. The holiday will begin on 9 Dhu al-Hijjah (Arafat Day) and…
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UAE Cabinet adds 16 individuals and 5 entities to official terrorist list
The UAE Cabinet has issued a resolution designating 16 individuals and 5 entities associated with Hezbollah as terrorists. The move is part of the UAE’s ongoing commitment to disrupting financial…
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Kuwaiti foreign currency reserves decline in April review
The Central Bank of Kuwait reported that foreign currency reserves fell by 2.88% in April to reach 10.338 billion dinars. The decrease reflects increased government spending on defense and essential…
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Kuwait reports 39.2 percent decline in non-oil exports for Q1 2026
The Central Statistical Bureau released data showing a significant contraction in non-oil exports during the first quarter. The decline is attributed to recent maritime disruptions and logistical challenges in the…
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Qatar condemns maritime infiltration attempt at Bubiyan Island
The State of Qatar issued a formal statement on Wednesday condemning the attempted infiltration of Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island by IRGC-linked cells. Doha described the act as a direct threat to…
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18th National Scientific Research and Innovation Exhibition launched in Doha
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, in partnership with the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council, inaugurated the annual exhibition today. The event showcases over 300 projects from…
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Qatar leadership sends cables of congratulations to UAE President
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The message marks the…
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SFDA confirms full laboratory readiness for Hajj food and drug safety
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) announced that its mobile and fixed laboratories in Mecca and Medina are fully operational. The labs are equipped to conduct rapid testing on…
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Saudi Roads General Authority issues comprehensive guide for land-based pilgrims
The Roads General Authority (RGA) has launched an updated digital guide for Hajj pilgrims entering the Kingdom via land routes. The guide provides real-time infrastructure updates and safety protocols for…
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Bahrain air defenses confirm interception of over 700 hostile targets
Following a week of heightened regional tensions, Bahraini air defense officials released a report confirming the successful interception of 194 missiles and 523 drones. The Ministry of Defense emphasized that…
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High Criminal Court in Manama hands life sentences to three for espionage
Bahrain’s High Criminal Court has sentenced three individuals to life imprisonment for spying on behalf of a foreign entity. The court found the defendants guilty of sharing sensitive military data…
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Bahrain Interior Ministry dismantles foreign-linked organization
The Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday morning the successful dismantling of an organization linked to the IRGC. Authorities confirmed the arrest of 41 individuals suspected of plotting acts of…
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Saudi Aramco announces region’s largest carbon capture facility
Saudi Press Agency (SPA): In a Monday briefing, Aramco unveiled plans for a major integrated carbon capture and storage plant in the Eastern Province as part of the 2060 net-zero…
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QatarEnergy and South Korea sign 20-year LNG supply extension
Qatar News Agency (QNA): A landmark agreement was finalized in Doha this afternoon, ensuring the stable supply of 4 million tonnes of LNG annually to South Korean industrial hubs. Source:…
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Kuwait Army heightened alert following northern border drone interception
Kuwait News Agency (KUNA): Military officials confirmed on Monday that defense systems successfully engaged two ‘hostile aerial targets’ entering northern airspace late Sunday night. Source: KUNA (May 11)
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UAE launches ‘Generative Gov’ AI framework for public services
Emirates News Agency (WAM): The Ministry of AI introduced a new federal framework on Monday to automate public service workflows using localized generative AI models to boost efficiency. Source: WAM…
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Oceania Vista docks in Muscat as cruise season winds down
Oman News Agency (ONA): The luxury liner Oceania Vista arrived at Port Sultan Qaboos on Sunday, carrying 1,200 passengers as Oman concludes a high-performing 2025-2026 winter tourism circuit. Source: ONA…
Read moreOman signs RO 495 million infrastructure deals for Sultan Haitham City
Oman News Agency (ONA): During the 21st Real Estate Expo, the Ministry of Housing finalized massive contracts for phase one of the smart city project, emphasizing sustainable urban growth. Source:…
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Iran approves passage for Qatari LNG tanker ‘Al Kharaitiyat’
Reuters/Regional Reports: In a move to ease tensions, Iran has permitted the Qatari LNG vessel Al Kharaitiyat to transit the Strait of Hormuz toward Pakistan, marking a critical breakthrough in…
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