Qatar ranks among world’s highest in ITU ICT Development Index 2026
Qatar scored 98.4 out of 100 in the ITU ICT Development Index 2026, ranking sixth globally thanks to advanced 5G and fiber networks.
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Kuwait issues Amiri Decree amending Nationality Law with new electronic certificates
Kuwait issues an Amiri Decree introducing electronic nationality certificates and restricting naturalized citizens from voting or running for office.
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Tanker off Saudi Arabia catches fire after strike by unknown projectile
A tanker caught fire off the Saudi Arabian coast near Yanbu after being hit by an unknown projectile; all crew are safe.
Read moreUAE residents face travel and trade disruptions amid US-Iran standoff
Tensions between the US and Iran lead to UAE travel disruptions and a suspension of commercial and financial transactions with Tehran.
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Qatar real estate trading surpasses $90 million in one week
The Qatari real estate market recorded strong momentum, with weekly trading volume exceeding $90.47 million amid positive regional economic trends.
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Regional markets react to geopolitical tensions as oil prices climb
Oil prices extend their rally above $91 a barrel as geopolitical tensions and risks around the Strait of Hormuz persist across regional markets.
Read moreOver 21,900 Pakistanis deported from Gulf countries up to March 2026
Pakistan’s National Assembly was informed that nearly 22,000 nationals were deported from GCC countries up to March 2026 for various legal violations.
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Saudi Arabia signs major battery storage agreements totaling 2,000 MW
Saudi Arabia signs four BESS project agreements totaling 2,000 MW, with investments exceeding $1.16 billion to support its renewable energy targets.
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Esha Oza to lead UAE squad in DP World Women’s Asia Cup 2026
Esha Oza will captain the UAE’s 15-member squad in the upcoming DP World Women’s Asia Cup 2026 held in Dubai.
Read moreBahrain youth minister visits Year of Isa Al Kabeer exhibition highlighting national heritage
Bahrain’s Minister of Youth Affairs visited the Year of Isa Al Kabeer exhibition, highlighting young artists’ contributions to the nation’s heritage.
Read moreOman and Japan emphasize importance of political solution to de-escalate regional tensions
The Foreign Ministers of Oman and Japan met in Muscat to discuss regional de-escalation and secure maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Read moreQatar Stock Exchange general index opens lower under pressure from multiple sectors
The Qatar Stock Exchange general index decreased by 21.83 points at the open of Thursday’s trading session.
Read moreKuwait Bourse all share index closes lower in Thursday trading
Kuwait Bourse closed Thursday trading with the All Share Index declining slightly to 8,818.26 points.
Read moreRoyal order transforms charity platform Ehsan into independent non-profit foundation
Saudi Arabia issued a Royal Order transforming the Ehsan charity platform into an independent non-profit foundation to boost the charitable sector.
Read moreUAE expresses solidarity with Central African Republic over mine collapse victims
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed solidarity and condolences following a fatal mine collapse in Zamboye, Central African Republic.
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Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs bids farewell to Libyan Ambassador
Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs met with the outgoing Libyan Ambassador to mark the end of his tenure in Doha.
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Saudi Exchange resumes normal trading operations following temporary suspension
The Saudi Exchange resumed regular trading operations on Wednesday morning following a temporary market suspension.
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Bahrain declares official public holiday for Prophet Mohammed’s birthday
Bahrain’s Crown Prince has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as an official public holiday to mark the Prophet Mohammed’s birthday.
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Oman suspends paragliding activities nationwide following fatal Dhofar accident
Oman’s Air Sports Committee suspended all paragliding activities nationwide after a tragic accident in Salalah.
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Kuwait approves citizenship law amendments stripping naturalised citizens of political rights
Kuwait’s cabinet approved amendments to its citizenship law, revoking the political rights of naturalised citizens.
Read moreUAE suspends trade and financial transactions with Iran following missile incident
The UAE has suspended trade and financial transactions with Iran after detecting two ballistic missiles launched toward the country.
Read moreDubai highlights biodiversity role of Al-Wohoosh Desert Reserve
Dubai Environment Authority highlighted the ecological impact of the 15.06 sq km Al-Wohoosh Desert Reserve in protecting native species.
Read moreBahrain launches ‘Thirst Quenchers 2026’ heat safety campaign for workers
Bahrain launched the ‘Thirst Quenchers 2026’ initiative in Riffa to distribute hydration supplies to outdoor construction workers.
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UAE and Kuwait Foreign Ministers review regional developments in phone call
The Foreign Ministers of the UAE and Kuwait held telephone talks on Tuesday to review regional security and fraternal cooperation.
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Qatar Airways launches Formula 1 stopover packages for 2026 Grand Prix
Qatar Airways unveiled stopover packages bundling hotel stays and 3-day grandstand tickets for the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix.
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