Oil prices drop below $88 a barrel as US pauses military strikes on Iran
Brent crude prices fell below $88 per barrel after the US announced a temporary pause in military strikes against Iran to allow for diplomatic negotiations.
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UAE investors account for over 50 percent of Sharjah’s real estate trading value in H1 2026
UAE investors accounted for more than half of Sharjah’s real estate trade value in the first half of 2026, recording investments worth AED 14.9 billion.
Read moreSaudi Arabia’s KSrelief expands medical and humanitarian aid in Jordan and Afghanistan
Saudi Arabia’s KSrelief sponsored cancer treatment for a Palestinian child in Jordan and delivered emergency flood aid to Afghanistan.
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Iran’s Revolutionary Guards turn back six vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards intercepted and turned back six vessels in the Strait of Hormuz for allegedly using unapproved transit routes.
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US-Iran military conflict pauses for second straight day
A fragile pause in the military conflict between the US and Iran holds for a second day as regional mediators push for renewed ceasefire negotiations.
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UAE strongly condemns Israeli settler attacks on West Bank mosque
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned Israeli settler attacks and the arson of a mosque in the occupied West Bank.
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Dubai Police reveal successful five-year operation to take down alleged ‘drug emperor’
Dubai Police have concluded a massive five-year covert operation, successfully dismantling a major international drug trafficking network.
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Houthis claim missile attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Jizan region amid escalating conflict
Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a series of missile attacks targeting the southern Saudi city of Jizan on Saturday.
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Saudi-led coalition strikes Houthi military targets following Red Sea ship attacks
The Saudi-led coalition has launched targeted military strikes against Houthi sites in Yemen in response to recent attacks on commercial vessels.
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UAE and Canada conclude Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement negotiations
The UAE and Canada have successfully concluded negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
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Sharjah Police highlight early intervention success after mother saves teenager from substance abuse
Sharjah Police have praised a mother’s quick action in seeking early intervention for her 16-year-old son, demonstrating the success of community rehabilitation programs.
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Arab League and GCC issue unified warning over Red Sea maritime strikes
The Arab League and GCC have issued a joint warning condemning Houthi maritime blockades and attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
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EASA extends flight safety advisory for Gulf airspace through late August
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has extended its flight safety advisory for airlines operating in Gulf airspace through August 31.
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GCC member states and Jordan demand UN Security Council intervention over regional attacks
GCC member states and Jordan have issued a joint declaration demanding an urgent UN Security Council resolution following ongoing strikes on regional civilian infrastructure.
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Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel amid escalating US-Iran conflict in the Gulf
Global oil markets experienced a significant shock today as Brent crude prices surged past $100 a barrel for the first time since late May. The price spike is directly linked…
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GCC Secretary-General strongly condemns Houthi attack on Saudi vessel Encelia
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi has strongly condemned the Houthi militia’s recent attack on the Saudi-owned commercial vessel ENCELIA in the Red Sea. He described the assault…
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UAE and regional partners condemn Israeli escalations at Al Aqsa Mosque
The UAE has joined seven regional countries in a joint statement condemning recent Israeli escalations at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem. The foreign ministers of the…
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UAE deepens climate and infrastructure cooperation with Vanuatu
The UAE envoy has visited Vanuatu to strengthen bilateral ties focusing on renewable energy and climate resilience ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference.
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US warns against Iranian demands to collect transit tolls in Strait of Hormuz
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that Iranian demands to collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz threaten the global economy and maritime freedom.
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UAE and GCC strongly condemn Houthi threats of maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia
The UAE and the GCC have condemned recent threats by the Houthi militia to impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, urging international intervention.
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US expected to announce landmark civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia
The US is reportedly preparing to announce a 30-year agreement to help establish a civilian nuclear program in Saudi Arabia.
Read moreKuwait and Jordan maintain low inflation rates in June despite regional pressures
Kuwait and Jordan reported stable June inflation rates of 2.2% and 2.8% respectively, showcasing economic resilience against regional pressures.
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UAE targets five to seven new CEPA trade agreements by end of 2026
Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi announced the UAE expects to complete negotiations for up to seven new Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements by year-end.
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Qatar stands with Saudi Arabia in condemning Houthi maritime blockade threats
Qatar has condemned the Houthi movement’s threat to impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia through the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
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ADNOC secures $6.2 billion investment for Umm Shaif offshore gas expansion
ADNOC and international partners have secured a $6.2 billion investment to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap, targeting 600 million cubic feet daily by 2030.
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