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US launches new strikes on Iran, which fires back at Gulf states

The United States launched a second round of airstrikes on Iran and Iran has fired back at Gulf States after President Donald Trump warned that Tehran would "pay the price" for stalled negotiations

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Iran says it launched drone and missile attacks on US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan in retaliation for US strikes

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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, warns it will shoot vessels; strikes US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain again

Tensions between the United States and Iran have surged. Iran struck American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. The Strait of Hormuz was declared closed to all ships. The US Central Command denied the closure and Iranian claims of striking ships. President Trump accused Iran of delaying peace talks. Both…

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'Region will become hell': Iran launches retaliatory strikes on over 18 US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan

US Central Command forces completed additional self-defense strikes against multiple targets in Iran on Wednesday at President Donald Trump's direction, as Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to all vessels and claimed its forces hit 18 US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation.

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US military says it's striking 'multiple targets' in Iran in second day of renewed fire

Bahrain sounded its missile alert sirens early Thursday morning after Iran threatened to retaliate over a new round of U.S. airstrikes targeting the Islamic Republic

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Trump says Iran will ‘pay the price’, hints at fresh strikes on power plants and bridges

Iran faces consequences for refusing a deal with the US. President Trump stated Iran's military is weak and has been defeated. Recent US airstrikes targeted Iranian sites in response to attacks. Iran retaliated with claims of attacks in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The ongoing conflict impacts the global economy and…

The Times of India

Iran threatens ‘widespread’ attacks after tit-for-tat strikes

Iran has warned of "even more severe and widespread attacks" if the US military continues its strikes, following the alleged downing of an American helicopter. Tehran's forces subsequently launched at least four ballistic missiles and several drones targeting US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed its…

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Kuwait restricts domestic worker recruitment to 10 countries, bans 27 others

Kuwait has restricted domestic worker recruitment to 10 approved countries, prohibiting hiring from 27 others under new Interior Ministry regulations. These updated rules aim to enhance oversight of the domestic labor sector, with recruitment procedures to be managed through the country's governorates. The decision reflects Kuwait's ongoing efforts to regulate…

The Economic Times

Jordanian military intercepts 5 Iranian missiles amid sharp US-Tehran escalation in Gulf

Jordan's air defence systems intercepted multiple projectiles launched from Iran. Iran claimed to have destroyed hangars housing F-35 jets and targeted US bases in Jordan. Further explosions were reported in Kuwait and Bahrain. Iran stated its naval forces attacked the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.

The Economic Times

Iran-US war latest: Tehran attacks 18 US airbases across Middle East after Trump orders major new strikes

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that the military would be ‘busy tonight’ ahead of the fresh strikes

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US says second day of strikes ‘completed’ – as it happened

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Kuwait caps domestic worker hiring at 10 countries, restricts recruiting from 27 others

Kuwait has introduced new regulations governing the recruitment of domestic workers, narrowing the list of approved source countries and placing restrictions on recruitment from dozens of others.

The Times of India

US, Iran appear far from peace deal 100 days since war began

Tensions rise as US and Iran struggle for an interim deal. Fresh attacks test a fragile ceasefire. Frozen Iranian assets and the Lebanon conflict stall negotiations. The Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point. Global oil prices spike, impacting voters ahead of midterm elections. Pakistan plays a mediating role.

The Economic Times

Strait of Hormuz: Iran-U.S. war is far from over. Here's why

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it had targeted the Ali Al Salem air base, which hosts U.S. forces in Kuwait, and the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet in Bahrain, according to the state-run IRNA news agency. The U.S. military said there were no reports of harm to U.S. personnel.

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'Triple talaq' on WhatsApp: Rajasthan woman files case against Kuwait-based husband over divorce message

A woman in Rajasthan's Banswara district has filed a police complaint alleging that her husband, who is working in Kuwait, ended their marriage by sending a triple talaq message through WhatsApp.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Israel launches retaliatory strikes on Iran’s military targets after missile attack

Explosions were reported in several cities, including Tehran and Isfahan

The Economic Times

Kuwait launches online visa service for domestic workers, drivers; revises sponsorship rules

Kuwait has introduced a new digital service for managing domestic workers and drivers. Citizens and expatriates can now use the Sahel app for these services. This move simplifies procedures and reduces the need for in-person visits. New rules also define sponsorship eligibility for single women, married women with children, and…

The Economic Times

US weighs seizing Iranian assets to rebuild Gulf states hit by Tehran's attacks

The U.S. plans to redirect Iranian assets to Gulf states for rebuilding and repairs following recent Iranian attacks. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is assessing damage costs, with frozen assets potentially used for compensation. This comes amid stalled peace negotiations and renewed skirmishes between the U.S. and Iran.

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A new exchange of fire with Iran tests fragile ceasefire

Tensions flare as Iran launches missiles and drones towards Bahrain and Kuwait. These attacks were intercepted. The US responded by striking Iranian surveillance sites. This exchange escalates regional conflict. Pakistan's Interior Minister visits Tehran to push for peace. Fighting in Lebanon also impacts efforts to stabilize the region.

The Independent UK

A new exchange of fire with Iran in the Gulf tests the fragile ceasefire

Iran has fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, according to Bahrain’s government

The Economic Times

US strikes Iranian sites after Iran launches drones, in latest Gulf flare-up

U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites after shooting down four Iranian drones targeting maritime traffic near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to condemnations and further complicating indirect negotiations for a ceasefire.

The Times of India

'Hostile missiles, drones intercepted': Kuwait, Bahrain come under Iranian attack; watch

Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones toward Kuwait and Bahrain, prompting air defense responses in both nations. The US military intercepted Iranian missiles and drones targeting the Strait of Hormuz and allies, striking Iranian radar sites in response. These actions escalate tensions between Tehran and Washington amid ongoing regional confrontations.

The Economic Times

Iran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikes

Iran launched missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikes. This action has intensified regional conflict and threatened a fragile truce. Weeks of negotiations have failed to secure a peace deal. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical global trade route. Tensions rose significantly with these exchanges of…

International Business Times

US, Iran Exchange Fresh Strikes In Gulf As Fragile Ceasefire Faces New Strain

The latest military exchange comes as efforts to secure a broader agreement between Washington and Tehran remain stalled.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Two more drones downed over Strait of Hormuz as Trump claims he ‘destroyed’ Tehran’s military

It comes as the US military said it downed six Iranian missiles in the Gulf

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