US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Bahrain, Kuwait, and UAE for regional talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio begins a diplomatic tour of the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain to discuss regional stability and the Strait of Hormuz.
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Oman and Iran establish joint working group on future management of the Strait of Hormuz
Oman and Iran have agreed to form a joint working group to discuss the future management and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz following talks in Muscat.
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Kuwait court issues sweeping verdicts in state security and money laundering cases
A Kuwaiti court hands down dozens of severe sentences and fines in major money laundering and state security cases, including Hezbollah financing.
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GCC Secretary-General expresses solidarity with Qatar following tragic Ras Laffan industrial explosion
The GCC Secretary-General has expressed deep solidarity and condolences to Qatar following the fatal explosion at a Ras Laffan industrial facility.
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PeopleStrong launches the GCC’s first AI-powered talent infrastructure platform
PeopleStrong has introduced FutureOfTalent.ai, the GCC’s first AI-powered talent infrastructure platform to connect skilled workers with enterprises.
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DeepFest returns to Riyadh as Saudi Arabia marks 2026 as the ‘Year of Artificial Intelligence’
DeepFest will return to Riyadh this August, bringing together global tech leaders as Saudi Arabia celebrates 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence.
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e& UAE Launches 5G-Advanced Connectivity at World’s Tallest Hotel
e& UAE has successfully deployed 5G-Advanced (5.5G) connectivity at the world’s tallest hotel, reinforcing its commitment to world-class digital infrastructure.
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Saudi Arabia introduces mandatory health screenings and occupational fitness assessments for all workers
Saudi Arabia will implement a phased rollout of mandatory health screenings and occupational fitness assessments for workers across all sectors.
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Etihad Rail to launch first passenger service on June 30 connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah
Etihad Rail will launch its first passenger service between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah on June 30, with a journey time of one hour and 45 minutes.
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UAE expresses deep solidarity with Qatar over tragic Ras Laffan industrial explosion and offers support
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement expressing profound condolences and solidarity with Qatar following the deadly technical explosion at the Ras Laffan industrial zone.
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Qatar investigates deadly technical blast at Ras Laffan industrial zone as officials assure global markets on LNG supply
A technical explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial zone has claimed 13 lives and injured 66, though officials confirm LNG exports remain entirely unaffected.
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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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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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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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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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UAE launches AI-powered spokesperson ‘Zayed’ to lead Presidential Court digital communications
The UAE Presidential Court introduces ‘Zayed’, a new AI digital spokesperson designed to modernize government communications and public engagement.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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