Mideast tensions: PM Sharif embarks on brief visit to Saudi Arabia
- 12-Mar-2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has embarked on a brief official visit to Saudi Arabia at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. During the visit, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will hold a meeting with Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz […]
FBI bulletin warned of possible Iran retaliation on California targets
- 12-Mar-2026
The FBI warned law enforcement agencies last month of the possibility that Tehran might try to retaliate for any US strikes on Iran by launching surprise drone attacks in California, according to a security bulletin seen by Reuters. The confidential alert, issued by the FBI through the multi-agency Los Angeles Joint Regional Intelligence Center, surfaced […]
Qatar Airways announces to operate 29 flights on Thursday
- 11-Mar-2026
DOHA: Qatar Airways will operate 29 flights to and from Doha on Thursday (tomorrow) after “temporary authorization from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority,” the company has announced. As per details, Qatar Airways will operate 29 flights, including 15 departures from Doha and 14 arrivals into the city. The services will connect Doha with key international […]
US CENTCOM claims over 5,000 targets hit in Iran during first 10 days of strikes
- 10-Mar-2026
United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has released details of its military operations against Iran over the past 10 days, claiming that more than 5,000 targets were struck during the campaign. According to CENTCOM, more than 50 vessels belonging to the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy were either destroyed or severely damaged during the strikes. Officials […]
Oil falls over 6% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation
- 10-Mar-2026
Oil prices fell on Tuesday after hitting their highest level in more than three years in the prior session as U.S. President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to global oil supplies. Brent futures fell $6.51, or 6.6%, to $92.45 a barrel at 0018 […]
Saudi Arabia warns Iran of ‘huge loss’ if escalation widens
- 09-Mar-2026
Saudi Arabia said on Monday that Iran’s actions towards the Kingdom and other Gulf states do not reflect wisdom or a genuine desire to avoid a broader regional escalation. According to Saudi Gazette report, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in its statement said Iran’s continued attacks indicate a dangerous escalation that could have serious consequences […]
Drone attack injures several in Bahrain’s Sitra area, interior ministry says
- 09-Mar-2026
The Ministry of Interior Bahrain said a recent drone attack injured several citizens, including one person who was seriously hurt. Authorities confirmed that the strike also caused damage to a number of homes in the Sitra area. Officials described the incident as part of what they called “blatant Iranian aggression” and said security agencies have […]
Kuwait arranges land evacuation for citizens in Qatar amid Iran-Israel conflict
- 08-Mar-2026
The Embassy of Kuwait in Qatar announced on Saturday that it has organised land border transport for Kuwaiti citizens wishing to return home, coordinating with local authorities to ensure safe passage during ongoing regional challenges. The operation marks the second group of citizens evacuated via land routes this week, following a similar effort carried out […]
Kuwait international airport attacked with drone, confirms defense ministry
- 08-Mar-2026
Kuwait said Sunday that “hostile” drones targeted fuel tanks at the Kuwait International Airport in an attack on critical infrastructure. Defense Ministry’s spokesman Col. Saud Abdulaziz Al-Atwan said the armed forces dealt with a wave of hostile drones that breached the country’s airspace at dawn. Kuwait’s national oil company announced a “precautionary” cut to its […]
Trump rejects settling war with Iran, raises notion of eliminating all its potential leaders
- 08-Mar-2026
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he is not interested in negotiating with Iran and raised the possibility that the Iran war would only end once that country no longer has a functioning military or any remaining leadership in power. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said the air campaign could make […]