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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Oman: Iranian Foreign Minister Meets Sultan in Muscat for Mediation Talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Muscat today for a high-level meeting with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq to discuss ongoing regional mediation efforts. The visit comes at…
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Kuwait: Commercial Flight Operations Resume to 17 Global Destinations
Following a two-month closure due to regional tensions, Kuwait International Airport has officially resumed commercial operations today, Sunday, April 26. Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways have restarted services to 17…
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Kuwait: Massive Overhaul of Nationality and Residency Laws
Kuwait has implemented Decree-Law No. 52/2026, which introduces a strict three-month deadline for naturalized citizens to renounce foreign passports. For the broader expat community, a new residency fee structure under…
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Qatar: Qatar ID (QID) Now Sufficient for Healthcare Access
In a move to simplify administrative procedures for residents, the Ministry of Public Health has announced that the Qatar ID (QID) can now be used as the primary document to…
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Oman: Royal Decree Grants Citizenship to 226 Individuals
Sultan Haitham bin Tariq has issued Royal Decree No. 46/2026, granting Omani citizenship to 226 foreign nationals who met the country’s stringent naturalization criteria. The decree highlights the rigorous path…
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Kuwaiti Northern Border Posts Targeted by Explosive-Laden Drones from Iraq
The Kuwaiti military confirmed that two explosive-laden drones originating from Iraqi territory struck northern land border posts early Friday morning. As reported by BSS/AFP, the “criminal act of aggression” resulted…
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Qatari Emir and US President Review Regional Ceasefire and Maritime Security
His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump to discuss the ongoing ceasefire between the US and Iran.…
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