Oman Reports Rise in Global Oil Prices Amid Stronger Demand Outlook
Bahrain Welcomes UAE-Mediated Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Exchange
Kuwaiti Athletes Continue Medal Run at Gulf Games
Qatar Maintains Dominance at Gulf Games Doha 2026
Saudi Arabia Secures Second Place Globally at ISEF 2026
UAE Rejects Iranian Allegations at BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
Saudi Roads General Authority issues interactive 2026 Hajj land-route guide
Dubai Taxi Company integrates over 2,000 vehicles following National Taxi acquisition
American Express Middle East signs partnership with Al Dana Amphitheatre
Oman-India CEPA enters final administrative phase before June launch
Saudi Arabia deploys AI guidance robots for Hajj 1447 AH pilgrims
GFH Bank reports US$35.11 million net profit for Q1 2026
Qatar maintains lead in swimming events at GCC Games
Saudi Arabia welcomes Yemen detainee exchange agreement reached in Amman
UAE medal tally rises to 20 at Doha GCC Games 2026
Oman-Canada trade exchange reaches RO 62.4 million milestone
Kuwaiti officials monitor impact of regional tensions on oil reserves
Bahrain emphasizes regional cooperation for humanitarian aid corridors
Venus reaches perihelion as visible astronomical event over Qatar
Saudi Media Minister highlights Hajj system readiness for 1447 AH
Dubai Taxi Company acquires National Taxi LLC for AED 1.45 billion
Oman confirms final preparations for India CEPA launch on June 1
Kuwait diving team launches mission to protect coral ecosystems
Bahrain defense officials review successful aerial interception reports
Qatar Ministry of Environment sets strategy for COP31 negotiations
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…
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Oman 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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Tamkeen Bahrain approves liquidity bundle for 7,250 firms
Bahrain News Agency (BNA): Chaired by HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman, the board approved a three-track support package on Sunday to assist SMEs affected by recent regional maritime instability. Source:…
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Cargo vessel struck by drone northeast of Mesaieed Port
Qatar News Agency (QNA): The Ministry of Defense confirmed a commercial vessel was targeted by a drone in territorial waters on Sunday morning. A limited fire was extinguished with no…
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UAE condemns drone attacks on Kuwait sovereignty
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA): The UAE has issued a strong condemnation following Sunday’s drone strikes targeting Kuwaiti border posts, affirming full solidarity with Kuwaiti security measures. Source: MoFA UAE…
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GCC-Stat: Non-oil sector now drives 78% of nominal GDP
Emirates News Agency (WAM): A comprehensive report released Sunday by GCC-Stat confirms a 5.2% real GDP growth, marking a structural shift where service-led industries outpace traditional oil revenues across the…
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Doha takes spotlight as official GCC Tourism Capital 2026
Qatar News Agency (QNA): Following a record 5.1 million visitors in 2025, Doha has officially commenced its tenure as the 2026 GCC Tourism Capital with a focus on sustainable cultural…
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Bahrain Ministry of Health updates medical screening protocols for foreign workers
The Bahraini Ministry of Health implemented updated medical examination standards for expatriate workers on Saturday. The new protocols, focusing on infectious disease prevention in the hospitality sector, are designed to…
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Bahrain Public Prosecution begins legal proceedings against espionage suspects
Following the IRGC-linked arrests, the Bahraini Public Prosecution confirmed on Saturday that it has initiated formal legal proceedings against the detainees. The Prosecution stated that evidence includes encrypted communication devices…
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Bahrain Ministry of Interior arrests 41 suspects linked to IRGC-affiliated cell
The Bahraini Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday the arrest of 41 individuals allegedly linked to a group affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The suspects are accused…
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Oman Ministry of Labour issues guidance on midday work ban enforcement
Ahead of the summer season, the Omani Ministry of Labour issued a formal reminder on Saturday regarding the mandatory midday work ban starting next month. The Ministry clarified that inspection…
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Oman Ministry of Heritage and Tourism reviews progress on Rawasi complex
The Omani Ministry of Heritage and Tourism held a review session on Saturday for the $1.4 billion ‘Rawasi’ integrated tourism project. Officials confirmed that the project is on track to…
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Iranian cargo vessels reportedly targeted near Oman’s Khasab port city
Omani local authorities reported on Saturday that several Iranian cargo and fishing vessels were involved in a security incident near the port of Khasab. The Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs…
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Kuwait Ministry of Interior confirms safety of national waters following regional incidents
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior issued a briefing on Saturday affirming that all national maritime borders and territorial waters are secure. The Ministry noted that surveillance has been increased in…
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Kuwait Ministry of Finance reports increase in non-oil revenue for Q1 2026
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Finance released updated fiscal data on Saturday showing a notable rise in non-oil revenue streams. The report attributes this growth to the successful implementation of new…
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Kuwaiti Diving Team removes four tons of plastic waste from Kuwait Bay
The Kuwaiti Diving Team, affiliated with the Environmental Voluntary Foundation, successfully removed four tons of plastic and marine waste during a large-scale cleanup at Kuwait Bay on Saturday. The team…
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QNB report highlights resilience in US consumer demand despite economic headwinds
A new economic analysis released by Qatar National Bank (QNB) on Saturday indicates that US consumer demand remains resilient. The report suggests that while global inflation persists, robust spending patterns…
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Qatar Prime Minister and Egyptian Foreign Minister discuss de-escalation efforts
His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call from the Egyptian Foreign Minister on Saturday. The two…
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Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar celebrates graduation of Class of 2026
The Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) held its graduation ceremony in Doha on Saturday, celebrating 106 graduates across various disciplines. The event was attended by senior officials from the…
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