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UAE issues high alert in Abu Dhabi as defence operations respond to missile threat amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Abu Dhabi residents were placed on high alert as the UAE's defence forces responded to incoming aerial threats amid escalating regional tensions. Emergency notifications urged citizens to seek shelter as air defence systems engaged potential missile and drone threats, with loud explosions reported. The incident underscores the spillover effects of…

The Times of India

Appointing a new leader is the least of Iran’s troubles

Regime hands Khamenei’s son the top job in a country reeling from the US-Israeli onslaught and virtually at war with its Gulf neighbours

The Guardian - UK

'Nightmare scenario' looms as global markets head for the biggest oil output disruption in history, top energy guru warns

“The fear? That this will result in skyrocketing energy prices that send the world economy plummeting into a deep recession.”

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Israeli strikes kill at least 20 people in southern Lebanon

Israel expanded its war against Iran and its allies into southern Lebanon on Sunday while Tehran continued missile and drone attacks across the Gulf.

Euronews

Dubai drone attack kills driver and sets luxury skyscrapers ablaze

Night-time strike leaves one man dead and sparks fires in two high-rise towers as Iran continues launching drones and missiles across the Gulf

Evening Standard

Tehran engulfed in thick black smoke after heavy wave of US-Israeli strikes on oil depots

Strikes on oil storage facilities lit up the night sky with plumes of orange flame

The Independent UK

Iran threatens retaliatory attacks on oil facilities across Gulf after Israeli strikes

IDF bombing of energy sites in Tehran sparks fears for global economy, as Iran says it has selected supreme leader

The Guardian - UK

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How long will Gulf flight chaos continue – and what are stranded passengers’ options?

The Man Who Pays His Way: How will the Middle East airlines ever rebuild confidence?

The Independent UK

Iran’s foreign minister says ‘no one knows’ who will be supreme leader – hours after official claimed one was chosen

A senior Iranian official had told state media that a new leader had been elected after a meeting of the regime’s Assembly of Experts

The Independent UK

Kuwait city tower erupts in flames as Iran launches new wave of strikes in the Gulf

Footage shows flames tearing through the upper floors of the public building

The Independent UK

‘Misinterpreted by enemy’: Iran president clarifies remarks on Gulf attacks after Trump’s ‘surrender’ claim

Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian clarified his remarks on regional attacks, stating they were misinterpreted by "the enemy" seeking division. He emphasized good neighborly relations but acknowledged retaliation is necessary. This clarification followed an apology to Gulf nations affected by strikes, which drew domestic criticism and prompted US president Trump to…

The Times of India

Israel renews assault on Lebanon and targets Tehran’s oil depot in next phase of war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged "many surprises" in next phase of war

The Independent UK

‘I lost my husband in the Ukraine war - I came to Dubai to be safe’

IN THE DEPTH: Olga Garbuz tells Anjana Sankar in Dubai how she fled Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine four years ago with her daughter, only to find war following her to the Gulf

The Independent UK

Inside the UAE's response to Iranian attacks: A senior official speaks

In a briefing to Euronews and select media, a senior UAE official outlined the country’s defensive strategy, international support and the warning that trust with Iran may take decades to rebuild.

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The Independent UK

Huge fire engulfs Kuwait City tower amid missile strikes across Middle East

A large tower in Kuwait City caught fire on Sunday morning following drone and missile attacks. Kuwait's military confirmed its air defence systems were intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks, with explosion sounds resulting from these interceptions. Several civilian facilities across the Gulf country sustained damage from falling debris after…

The Times of India

Over 52,000 Indians fly home from UAE, Gulf within a week as authorities issue update amid US-Iran conflict

Over 52,000 Indian citizens safely returned from the Gulf region between March 1-7, 2026, following recent disruptions. Commercial and rescue flights facilitated the repatriation, with Indian carriers transporting 32,107 passengers. The government remains vigilant, maintaining dedicated helplines for ongoing diaspora welfare.

The Independent UK

Families reunited after chartered flight arrives from Oman amid Middle East conflict

Almost 200 people arrived into Dublin airport on flight chartered from Oman

Evening Standard

Relieved family reunions at Dublin Airport as chartered flight lands

Almost 200 people were on board the flight chartered by the Irish Government from Oman.

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The Independent UK

Experts say water, not oil, is most at risk in the Persian Gulf during Iran war

As the Iran war widens, experts say the Middle East’s real strategic weak point may be desalinated water – not oil

The Times of India

Middle East war day 9: Israeli drone strike kills four at Beirut hotel; Iran continues Gulf attacks — top developments

The war between the United States, Israel and Iran entered its ninth day on Sunday with fresh strikes, drone attacks and widening regional fallout. Fighting that began with joint US and Israeli strikes on Iranian territory on February 28 has rapidly expanded into a broader confrontation stretching across the Gulf,…

The Times of India

'Forgive us': UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sends emotional message amid Iran vs US-Israel war

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reassured citizens and residents after visiting those injured by regional conflict debris. He pledged the nation's defence and protection for all, emphasising resilience and unity amidst escalating Middle East tensions. The leader urged forgiveness for any shortcomings, highlighting the UAE's strength and commitment…

The Times of India

Middle East conflict: Iran ‘struck’ high-value US radar systems in Gulf, show satellite images

Iran has reportedly targeted key US radar and early warning systems across the Gulf, including advanced THAAD missile defense components in Jordan and Qatar, and a satellite communications hub in the UAE. These strikes, if confirmed, could significantly degrade American military surveillance and missile defense capabilities in West Asia, with…

The Times of India

UAE: Dubai confirms driver killed after debris from intercepted missile strikes car in Al Barsha amid Iran vs US-Israel war

A Pakistani driver tragically died in Dubai when debris from an aerial interception fell on his vehicle. This incident, linked to escalating regional conflict, highlights the unpredictable dangers of modern warfare even with successful air defence. The UAE's advanced systems intercepted threats but falling fragments posed a risk to civilians…

The Times of India

Explosion scare in Dubai Marina: UAE emirate confirms tower hit by falling debris from aerial interception amid Iran and US-Israel clashes

Dubai authorities confirmed that debris from a successful aerial interception, not a direct attack, caused a minor incident in Dubai Marina. The event was linked to regional tensions and ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel and resulted in falling debris that struck a tower, with no injuries…

The Guardian - AU

Australia may offer military support to Gulf nations facing Iran strikes but won’t participate in a ground war, Wong says

Foreign minister says Australia ‘not participating in offensive action against Iran’ but may help protect other countries

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