Massive explosion at Ras Laffan Industrial City LNG site leaves dozens injured and missing
A devastating explosion at a QatarEnergy LNG facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City has left 54 injured and 18 missing as emergency teams respond.
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Oman introduces sponsor-free residency visas for foreign property owners and investors
Oman has amended its residency laws, allowing foreign property owners and investors to secure sponsor-free visas and residence permits.
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Kuwait authorizes expatriate workers to amend job titles and educational qualifications
Kuwait’s Public Authority for Manpower now permits expatriate workers to officially amend their registered job titles and educational qualifications.
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Saudi Arabia reaffirms strong GCC solidarity following tragic Ras Laffan industrial explosion
Saudi Arabia officially expresses its solidarity with Qatar and praises emergency responders following the devastating industrial explosion in Ras Laffan.
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz citing ‘enemy’s breach of promise’
Iran has closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz to all vessel traffic following an official announcement by its central military command on Saturday. In a statement broadcast on state television,…
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Dubai Police dismantle major encrypted TV piracy ring in latest push to protect intellectual property
Dubai Police have dismantled an organized criminal syndicate involved in the illegal streaming and pirating of premium encrypted satellite television channels.
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UAE becomes first Arab nation to enter global top 10 best countries index as future growth prospects soar
The UAE has made history by ranking 10th globally in the 2026 Best Countries report, taking the top spot worldwide for future economic growth potential.
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US President unveils $400 million Qatari-gifted Boeing 747 to serve as interim presidential aircraft
US President Donald Trump has unveiled a $400 million modified Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, serving as an interim Air Force One aircraft.
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Indian passport and visa services in the UAE will pause for five days during transition to new provider
Indian consular services in the UAE will pause for five days as operations transition to a new outsourced provider, Al Hind Tours and Travel, starting July 1.
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Dubai residents move morning workouts indoors as the Mallathon returns to beat the summer heat
Dubai residents are moving their morning workouts indoors as the ‘Dubai Mallathon’ returns, offering climate-controlled fitness routes inside the Mall of the Emirates.
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Saudi Arabia maps over 1,200 underwater cultural heritage sites along its Red Sea and Arabian Gulf coastlines
Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission has unveiled the discovery of 1,293 underwater heritage sites and over 1,000 artifacts along the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf.
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Oman leads United Nations dialogue on combating hate speech and promoting global tolerance
Oman reaffirmed its commitment to global tolerance and peaceful coexistence at a high-level United Nations event dedicated to combating hate speech.
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Saudi Crown Prince and Pakistan PM welcome historic US-Iran military accord during strategic phone call
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif discussed and welcomed the recent US-Iran military agreement during a strategic phone call.
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Kuwait and Indonesia forge strategic energy alliance to secure global supply chains amid uncertainties
Kuwait and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral energy security, highlighted by KUFPEC’s participation in eight Indonesian oil and gas projects.
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Kuwait redefines global charity operations by integrating artificial intelligence and smart digital platforms
Kuwait is modernizing its humanitarian sector by utilizing artificial intelligence, geographic information systems, and digital platforms to optimize global charity efforts.
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Four Bahraini corporate dynasties secure Forbes top 100 status as regional family businesses expand
Four major Bahraini family-owned conglomerates have been recognized in the prestigious Forbes Middle East ‘Top 100 Arab Family Businesses for 2026’ ranking.
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UAE and Qatar sign landmark data protection agreement to secure joint electronic security projects
The UAE and Qatar have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding to protect data and enhance cooperation across six joint electronic security projects.
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UAE Presidential Court launches AI spokesperson ‘Zayed’ to lead digital communications
The UAE Presidential Court has introduced an AI-powered spokesperson named ‘Zayed’ to modernize digital communications.
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Saudi Arabia tourism sector hits $80 billion in spending with 123 million visitors
Saudi Arabia reports a record $80 billion in tourism spending driven by 123 million visitors, signaling massive sector growth.
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stc and Humain partner to build 1GW AI data centers across Saudi Arabia
stc and Humain have announced a major partnership to build up to 1GW of advanced AI data centers in Saudi Arabia.
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Kuwait Traffic Department issues strict warning over boat towing violations
Kuwait’s Traffic Department has warned motorists of strict penalties for violating boat and trailer towing regulations on public roads.
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Qatar Airways resumes daily flights to Kuwait City from Terminal 4
Qatar Airways has confirmed the resumption of daily commercial flights connecting Doha and Kuwait City via Terminal 4.
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Kuwait International Airport resumes limited flights at Terminal 4 following disruptions
Kuwait International Airport has officially restarted limited international flight operations through Terminal 4 as part of a phased aviation recovery plan.
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Central Bank of Oman waives local digital transfer fees to boost financial inclusion
The Central Bank of Oman has eliminated fees for local digital transfers, aligning with IMF praise for the nation’s resilient economy and structural reform momentum.
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Kuwait expands Sahel App to allow GCC citizens to renew Civil IDs digitally
Kuwait’s PACI has updated the Sahel application, enabling GCC citizens residing in the country to seamlessly renew their Civil IDs online.
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