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The war on Iran is already upending the Middle East. Look to the Gulf states to see how

Countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE are finding their carefully projected image of stability has been blown away, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik

The Guardian - UK

The Latest: Oil prices soar after Iran names new supreme leader and launches more attacks

Iran has launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf countries, hours after Iranian state TV said Mojtaba Khamenei had been named supreme leader

The Independent UK

Ayatollah dead, son Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran’s supreme leader: Where things stand on day 10 of war

A devastating 10-day conflict has erupted between the US, Israel, and Iran, claiming over 1,600 lives and displacing hundreds of thousands in Lebanon. Key events include the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, retaliatory strikes, Hezbollah opening a northern front, and escalating regional tensions threatening global energy markets. The war has…

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UAE to India flights resume? Air India to operate 32 special flights on March 9

Thousands of travellers have been stranded across the UAE since February 28, after widespread airspace closures were announced in the region. Triggered by the rising geopolitical tensions due to the Iran-US-Israel war, numerous Gulf countries and those connected to their airways, were forced to cancel and reschedule flights, forcing numerous…

The Times of India

SalamAir issues urgent travel advisory after suspending flights to multiple destinations amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Low-cost carrier SalamAir has temporarily suspended flights to several Middle Eastern destinations, including Iraq, Lebanon and Iran, until March 28, 2026 and Kuwait City, Sharjah, Doha and Dammam until March 20, 2026. This decision stems from widespread airspace closures and safety concerns due to escalating geopolitical tensions, impacting thousands of…

The Times of India

UAE to India flights back on track? IndiGo resumes operations, shares latest update amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Air travel between the UAE and India is stabilising as IndiGo resumes flights to key Gulf destinations and Europe. The airline is closely monitoring the geopolitical situation, which had caused widespread disruptions. Passengers are advised to confirm flight status before heading to the airport as schedules may continue to change.

The Times of India

Air travel shock: Oman Air cancels multiple flights across key destinations as Iran vs US-Israel war escalates

Oman Air has cancelled numerous flights due to escalating geopolitical tensions and regional airspace closures amid Iran vs US-Israel war. This mirrors a wider aviation crisis across the Gulf, forcing airlines to reroute and suspend services. Passengers face significant disruptions, with schedules remaining fluid as the region awaits stability. The…

The Times of India

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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.”

Fortune

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

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The Independent UK

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 Times of India

‘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…

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The Independent UK

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

Euronews

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.

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.

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.

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

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