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  Missiles hit UAE, Kuwait, Iran claims Lavan Island attacked: Why did ceasefire fail to stop attacks?

  World | April 08, 2026 16:32 IST

  Hours after the announcement of ceasefire, the United Arab Emirates reported an incoming Iranian missile barrage, and Kuwait's military said its forces were responding to drones. Iran then said an oil refinery came under attack.

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  UAE asks Pakistan to pay back USD 2 billion loan immediately as conflict rages on in West Asia

  World | April 04, 2026 16:08 IST

  Pakistan will repay a USD 2 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates after it requested immediate return of the funds. The deposit, previously rolled over regularly, was held with the State Bank of Pakistan and carried about 6 per cent interest.

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  Oracle date centre in Dubai hit or not? UAE government rejects Iran's claims

  World | April 03, 2026 6:51 IST

  Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) also claimed it had expanded its targets to include digital infrastructure. Among the claims was a strike on a cloud computing facility run by Amazon in Bahrain.

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  UAE bars entry and transit for Iranians as airlines announce travel ban amid West Asia conflict

  World | April 01, 2026 7:45 IST

  The UAE has imposed a travel ban on Iranian passport holders amid escalating hostilities in West Asia, with major airlines confirming the restrictions. The announcement follows repeated missile and drone attacks intercepted by UAE air defence systems.

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  Gulf shifts stance as US allies Saudi Arabia, UAE weigh joining Iran war amid Hormuz crisis: Report

  World | March 24, 2026 10:44 IST

  Saudi Arabia and the UAE are nearing a critical decision to join the US-Israel confrontation with Iran as missile and drone attacks intensify across the Gulf. With Tehran restricting movement through the Strait of Hormuz and targeting key energy hubs, Gulf governments are shifting away from caution.

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  Eid ul-Fitr 2026 date: No moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid on Friday; India may observe on Saturday

  March 18, 2026 22:21 IST

  Eid ul-Fitr 2026 will be observed on Friday in Saudi Arabia after the Shawwal moon was not sighted earlier. In India, the festival is likely to fall on Saturday, depending on local moon sighting announcements.

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  Avoid these mistakes if you are in UAE: Why 19 Indians were arrested during West Asia tensions

  World | March 16, 2026 13:12 IST

  The UAE has ordered the arrest of 35 individuals, including 19 Indians, amid regional tensions due to the Israel-US-Iran war. Let's find out why these people have been arrested.

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  CBSE cancels remaining class 12 board exams in West Asia amid Iran-US-Israel conflict

  Education | March 15, 2026 11:09 IST

  The Class 12 board exams had begun on February 17, with several subjects such as physics, chemistry, geography, and accountancy conducted successfully before papers in West Asia were postponed on March 1.

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  Iran-US-Israel war: Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, no injuries reported

  World | March 15, 2026 23:36 IST

  The war between Iran and Israel has entered its 16th day, with explosions reported in Tehran and casualties continuing to rise. Iranian officials say more than 1,300 people have been killed, while rights groups estimate the toll could be higher.

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  WATCH: UAE's Fujairah Port in flames as Iran strikes in retaliation to US attack on Kharg Island

  World | March 14, 2026 20:04 IST

  Dark, thick clouds of smoke were seen rising from the direction of a major energy installation in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday after debris from an intercepted drone caused a fire near Fujairah, authorities said.

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  Air India, AI Express to operate 58 flights to and from West Asia from today amid ongoing war

  India | March 11, 2026 9:44 IST

  Air India and Air India Express will jointly operate 58 flights to West Asia from Wednesday, including scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat and 36 additional non-scheduled flights to the UAE. The move comes as the regional conflict disrupts airspaces across the Gulf.

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  Drone attack strikes UAE's massive Ruwais refinery, markets on alert

  World | March 10, 2026 19:03 IST

  Located about 245 kilometers west of Abu Dhabi along the Arabian Gulf coast, the Ruwais Refinery is central to the UAE’s oil exports, petrochemical production, and strategic reserves.

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  Iran hits US-linked missile defence radars in Jordan and UAE, see satellite images

  World | March 06, 2026 8:24 IST

  These radars play a crucial role in identifying incoming ballistic missiles and drones and are a core part of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defence, which is designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles during flight.

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  Pezeshkian tells Arab nations: Iran 'respects sovereignty' but was 'forced to act'

  World | March 04, 2026 22:58 IST

  The conflict sharply escalated after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli strikes on Saturday. Following Khamenei’s killing, President Pezeshkian addressed the nation and said Iran’s armed forces would “disappoint the enemies” and were already targeting enemy bases.

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  Fire erupts at UAE's Fujairah oil hub as Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies

  World | March 03, 2026 20:21 IST

  A fire at Fujairah’s oil hub, caused by debris from a drone interception, highlights the growing impact of the US-Iran conflict on Gulf energy infrastructure.

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  India issues security advisory, shares helpline numbers for its nationals in Qatar, Turkey and Syria

  World | March 02, 2026 12:28 IST

  India urges its citizens in Qatar, Turkey and Syria to remain vigilant amid regional security concerns and flight disruptions. Embassies share 24/7 helpline numbers and contact details for assistance.

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  Iranian drones strike Abu Dhabi naval base hosting French forces

  World | March 02, 2026 11:40 IST

  Two Iranian drones struck Al Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi, a facility that hosts French forces. France confirmed damage to a hangar but said the overall impact was limited. No injuries have been reported.

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  Gulf states issue stern warning to Iran, says 'will defend ourselves' after Dubai, Abu Dhabi attacks

  World | March 02, 2026 5:42 IST

  The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) held an emergency meeting after Iran launched missile and drone attacks across several Gulf countries. The six member states, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait strongly condemned the strikes.

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  Middle East conflict: UAE closes embassy in Tehran amid heightened tensions with Iran

  World | March 02, 2026 0:58 IST

  The UAE has closed its embassy in Tehran and withdrawn its ambassador after repeated Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the UAE. The decision underscores rising regional tensions as attacks hit civilian sites including airports and key infrastructure.

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  UAE hit by Iranian drones and missiles: 3 dead, 58 injured as situation escalates in Gulf

  World | March 01, 2026 19:56 IST

  Iranian drone and missile attacks in the UAE have left three people dead and 58 injured. Dubai International Airport, Burj Al Arab, and Jebel Ali Port were among the sites affected, authorities confirmed.