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Iran drone strike on US Embassy in Saudi Arabia hit CIA station: Report

A recent Iranian drone attack on the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, inflicted far more damage than initially reported, striking a CIA facility and causing extensive destruction. The incident, part of a wider regional escalation involving Iran and the US, saw multiple drones intercepted, highlighting Iran's growing capabilities and…

The Times of India

Balochistan, Afghanistan, Iran: Is Pakistan running out of strategic room

Pakistan faces a strategic crossroads, caught between alliances and regional conflicts. Past involvements in foreign wars, driven by external powers, have led to domestic instability and blowback. Now, a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and escalating conflict with Afghanistan highlight the nation's struggle to balance relevance with long-term stability,…

The Times of India

Virgin Atlantic scraps flight route only a year after its launch

Virgin’s service from London to Riyadh will no longer operate after 7 April

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What the Houthis’ entry into the Iran war means for the conflict and the wider region

Fresh attacks on Red Sea shipping would be devastating – but the Iranian proxy has reasons to be cautious

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia urging US to ramp up Iran attacks, intelligence source confirms

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said to view US-Israeli war as ‘historic opportunity’ to remake Middle East

The Guardian - UK

VALORANT enables Riyadh and Mumbai servers for Middle East region amid outages

More server options for Middle East region players.

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Saudi Arabia’s high-stakes Iran gamble is starting to unravel

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Inside Riyadh meeting: Who was present; what did Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Türkiye, other Arab and Muslim ministers agree on amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Arab and Muslim nations convened in Riyadh, issuing a unified call to condemn escalating attacks and defend sovereignty amid the Iran vs US-Israel conflict. Ministers stressed de-escalation and protecting energy infrastructure, signalling a collective desire to avert a wider war. The gathering highlighted a delicate regional balance, prioritising stability and…

The Times of India

‘Trust completely shattered’: Saudi Arabia warns Iran of military retaliation after wave of Gulf attacks

Saudi Arabia declared trust with Iran shattered following a wave of Gulf attacks. Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan stated patience is not unlimited, vowing to use all means to end aggression. He described the strikes on energy facilities as blackmail and deliberate escalation, with Riyadh reserving the right for…

The Times of India

Qatar news: Travel influencer drives across Doha desert to Riyadh, viral video shows escape route amid Iran vs US-Israel war

A travel influencer's viral video documents a lengthy desert journey from Doha to Riyadh by land due to flight disruptions caused by the Iran vs US-Israel war. The experience highlights how travellers are improvising escape routes, with many opting for overland travel to reach operational airports amidst widespread airspace closures…

The Times of India

Which London-Dubai flights are operating and which are cancelled? Latest travel news amid Middle East conflict

Latest flight cancellations as passengers have faced over two weeks of travel disruption due to the regional conflict

Evening Standard

Cooper flies to Gulf in show of solidarity amid Iranian bombardment

The Foreign Secretary’s visit is the first to the region by a UK minister since the outbreak of war at the end of February.

Evening Standard

Indian traveller flees Doha, drives across desert to Riyadh after Chennai to Barcelona flight stranded amid Iran vs US-Israel war

An Indian traveller, Varun Krishnan, abandoned waiting for flights in Doha and embarked on a desert road journey to Saudi Arabia due to escalating Iran vs US-Israel conflict. His dramatic escape highlights the widespread travel chaos, with thousands stranded as airspace closures disrupt global aviation. Krishnan's resourceful overland trip underscores…

The Times of India

India-Qatar-Ethiopia-US: Louisiana doctor travels 62 hours to get home amid Iran war, State Department calls when he's back

Louisiana pulmonary specialist Dr Jay Miller was on a once-in-a-lifetime family trip to India when US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28 and his plan to get back home went on a toss. Miller's Qatar Airways flight to Dallas made a U-turn about an hour after taking off from…

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UAE travel alert: Etihad Airways announces schedule for March 10-12, check destinations

The Iran-US-Israel war has left thousands of passengers stranded across the UAE due to airspace shutdown, flight cancellations and mid-air diversions. While the UAE authorities have been commended for their aid to the tourists, providing hotel and food vouchers along with transportation, many have been vying to go home on…

The Guardian - US

Trump ally Lindsey Graham issues threat to Saudi Arabia over Iran war

Republican senator warns of ‘consequences’ if kingdom does not join US strikes against Iranians

Euronews

Middle East flights: Lufthansa and Air France extend suspensions on key routes

Lufthansa Group's airlines will not fly to and from a number of Middle East and Gulf destinations until 24 October.

The Conversation

The Gulf’s delicate balancing act between the US and Iran is now in flames

As Israel and the US continued to bomb Iran after killing the country’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei, Iran lashed out at its neighbours. Among the targets of Iranian drone strikes were a hotel in Dubai, a port in Oman, gas facilities in Qatar, and multiple US bases and embassies in…

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Euronews

Qatar Airways to operate relief flights from Muscat and Riyadh

While Qatar’s airspace remains closed, the airline is set to begin operations in nearby cities to help those who are stranded due to the US-Israel and Iran conflict.

International Business Times

Is King Khalid International Airport Open? Airport Remains Open Amid Regional Airspace Disruptions

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — King Khalid International Airport (RUH), Saudi Arabia's busiest aviation gateway and a key hub for Saudia and other carriers, continues to operate normally as of March 4, 2026, despite widespread flight suspensions, delays and cancellations triggered by escalating Middle East tensions following U.S. and Israeli military…

The Times of India

Day 5: US assets hit across Mid-East; Israel launches fresh strikes on Iran, Lebanon

Intense fighting grips the Middle East as Iran and the US-Israeli alliance escalate conflict. Tehran faces sustained strikes on military and nuclear sites, retaliating with attacks on regional US assets and Israel. Casualties mount on both sides, with evacuations underway for foreign nationals. The future leadership of Iran remains uncertain…

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo remains in Saudi Arabia despite conflicting reports on jet departure

The Portuguese superstar’s team Al Nassr are due to host Neom on Saturday in Riyadh

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo still in Saudi Arabia amid reports his private jet has left

Ronaldo’s Al Nassr side host Neom on Saturday in Riyadh.

Euronews

Ronaldo's jet leaves Saudi Arabia for Spain after Iran war sparks AFC pause

Cristiano Ronaldo's private jet left Riyadh for Madrid as the AFC suspended West Region matches amid the Iran war, following drone and missile attacks in the Gulf.

The Guardian - UK

Iran continues to hit back at US-Israeli strikes as Trump says it is too late to talk

Iranian drones hit US embassy in Riyadh as Israel bombs Tehran and sends troops into southern Lebanon

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