Gulf Stories — Trusted GCC News https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Qatar’s Islamic finance sector grows as banking assets reach QAR718.5 billion Qatar cuts minimum plot size for subdividing private villa land to 400 square metres Dubai cybersecurity centre joins GISEC Global 2026 as government partner Dubai Holding awards AED5 billion contract for new headquarters and Jumeirah residences UAE President begins Germany visit as Abu Dhabi and Berlin seek deeper ties UAE reminds residents: call 999 only for emergencies Strait of Hormuz shipping falls sharply as US-Iran conflict escalates Brent crosses $100 as Gulf attacks deepen fears over energy supplies Saudi Arabia lifts security alert in Khamis Mushait after Houthi attacks Oil tanker carrying 2 million barrels of Iraqi fuel hit in Gulf waters Oman crude price rises by $2.74 as global oil markets remain volatile Qatar records more than 24,000 applications through falcon and CITES permit systems Gulf stock markets give mixed signals as investors weigh oil surge and regional risks Hormuz shipping slows as Gulf waits for next move in Iran-US confrontation Oman and Rwanda agree to deepen economic and investment ties NEOM end Al Hilal’s 47-match unbeaten Saudi Pro League run Saudi Arabia vows firm response after Houthi attacks on civilian sites UAE President receives credentials from 18 newly appointed ambassadors UAE non-oil trade hits record Dh1.94 trillion in first half of 2026 UAE activates new trade routes as Hormuz disruption tests Gulf supply chains 73 injured as Houthi attacks hit Saudi cities and energy facilities Qatar and UK discuss Hormuz tensions and maritime security Qatar’s foreign exchange reserves rise 0.75% in August Qatar condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi civilian and economic sites Flight disruptions hit Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports amid regional tensions Kuwait condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia Bahrain condemns renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia Oman and Rwanda discuss stronger economic partnership during presidential visit Gulf markets lose momentum as Iran-US tensions keep investors cautious Qatar to host UN World Investment Forum 2026 in October His Majesty issues 16 Royal Decrees restructuring state administrative bodies Saudi Arabia designates 2026 as the Year of AI Arab Media Summit 2026 to host Euronews Forum for first time Oman signs Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh Saudi Red Sea destination begins operations with giant off-grid renewable energy system Civilians abandon homes as Yemen fighting leaves more than 300 dead Iran plans maritime exclusion zone near Strait of Hormuz after US strikes on tankers UAE and US Presidents review Middle East developments in phone call Bahrain air defense systems intercept Iranian drone attacks Kuwait and Bahrain intercept Iranian drone and missile attacks Saudi Arabia issues 1,360 licenses for collective labor housing Qatar participates in 35th GCC Civil Defense Committee meeting in Riyadh Red alerts issued in Saudi Arabia as heavy rain and thunderstorms continue Fitch warns of GCC rating risks amid ongoing Strait of Hormuz blockade Qatari aircraft arrives in Nepal carrying humanitarian aid for flood victims UAE President issues pardon for Abdul Rahman Yusuf Al Qaradawi Kuwait eyes Gulf shield enhancements amid regional security discussions Oman faces tough draw in 2026 Asian Men’s Volleyball Continental Championship GCC Customs Union advances emergency logistics transit framework Kuwait and Pakistan discuss regional security as Gulf tensions rise