Gulf Stories — Trusted GCC News https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html UAE New Civil Code redefines construction risk with tailored contractor hardship protections Kuwait Bourse closes lower as benchmark index drops amid regional market caution e& UAE Launches 5G-Advanced Connectivity at World’s Tallest Hotel Qatar shuts down 17 travel and air cargo agencies in major licensing compliance crackdown Marriott International and Blacksand announce landmark deal to develop 10 hotels in Saudi Arabia Indian embassy confirms 12 Indian nationals among the 13 killed in Ras Laffan explosion US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Bahrain, Kuwait, and UAE for regional talks Oman and Iran establish joint working group on future management of the Strait of Hormuz Kuwait court issues sweeping verdicts in state security and money laundering cases GCC Secretary-General expresses solidarity with Qatar following tragic Ras Laffan industrial explosion PeopleStrong launches the GCC’s first AI-powered talent infrastructure platform DeepFest returns to Riyadh as Saudi Arabia marks 2026 as the ‘Year of Artificial Intelligence’ Saudi Arabia introduces mandatory health screenings and occupational fitness assessments for all workers Iran warns international shipping against using Oman’s new Strait of Hormuz southern corridor UAE expresses deep solidarity with Venezuela following devastating 7.2 magnitude earthquakes Etihad Rail to launch first passenger service on June 30 connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Saudi Arabia and Iran foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties and regional stability US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends joint GCC-US ministerial meeting in Bahrain Iran closes Strait of Hormuz citing ‘enemy’s breach of promise’ UAE expresses deep solidarity with Qatar over tragic Ras Laffan industrial explosion and offers support Qatar investigates deadly technical blast at Ras Laffan industrial zone as officials assure global markets on LNG supply Saudi Arabia reaffirms strong GCC solidarity following tragic Ras Laffan industrial explosion Kuwait authorizes expatriate workers to amend job titles and educational qualifications Oman introduces sponsor-free residency visas for foreign property owners and investors Massive explosion at Ras Laffan Industrial City LNG site leaves dozens injured and missing UAE launches AI-powered spokesperson ‘Zayed’ to lead Presidential Court digital communications UAE and Qatar sign landmark data protection agreement to secure joint electronic security projects Four Bahraini corporate dynasties secure Forbes top 100 status as regional family businesses expand Kuwait redefines global charity operations by integrating artificial intelligence and smart digital platforms Kuwait and Indonesia forge strategic energy alliance to secure global supply chains amid uncertainties Saudi Crown Prince and Pakistan PM welcome historic US-Iran military accord during strategic phone call Oman leads United Nations dialogue on combating hate speech and promoting global tolerance Saudi Arabia maps over 1,200 underwater cultural heritage sites along its Red Sea and Arabian Gulf coastlines Dubai residents move morning workouts indoors as the Mallathon returns to beat the summer heat Indian passport and visa services in the UAE will pause for five days during transition to new provider US President unveils $400 million Qatari-gifted Boeing 747 to serve as interim presidential aircraft UAE becomes first Arab nation to enter global top 10 best countries index as future growth prospects soar Dubai Police dismantle major encrypted TV piracy ring in latest push to protect intellectual property Qatar Airways resumes daily flights to Kuwait City from Terminal 4 Kuwait Traffic Department issues strict warning over boat towing violations stc and Humain partner to build 1GW AI data centers across Saudi Arabia Sheikh Mohammed launches ‘Dubai-It’ to accelerate government and corporate execution Saudi Arabia keeps major offshore oil fields idle amid regional security precautions Kuwait expands Sahel App to allow GCC citizens to renew Civil IDs digitally Central Bank of Oman waives local digital transfer fees to boost financial inclusion Kuwait International Airport resumes limited flights at Terminal 4 following disruptions Salalah Airport boosts flight capacity as Oman prepares integrated plan for Khareef season Kuwait finalizes 275 million dollar contract for Shagaya solar grid infrastructure Saudi Arabia tourism sector hits $80 billion in spending with 123 million visitors UAE Presidential Court launches AI spokesperson ‘Zayed’ to lead digital communications