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Fresh Iran-US strikes raise fears of wider Mideast conflict

Sun, 28 Jun 2026

Iran and US continued their attacks in the Gulf as each accused the ​other of violating an increasingly precarious 14-point interim deal signed recently to end their four-month-old war. Iran early today ‌launched missiles and drones on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, said media reports.

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US-Iran tensions flare over Hormuz as tanker attacked

Sat, 27 Jun 2026

A tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait ​of Hormuz on Saturday, as US-Iran tensions flared over the vital global energy shipping route, said media reports. Bahrain was also targeted in a drone attack in Tehran’s likely response to overnight airstrikes by the US.

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Mideast tensions flare as US launches strikes on Iran after drone attack

Sat, 27 Jun 2026

The US military launched a new series of airstrikes on Friday after Tehran struck a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz with a drone, thus presenting a fresh test for the fragile ceasefire, said media reports, even as Israel and Lebanon reached a framework deal for peace.

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UAE visa on arrival programme covers six more countries

Fri, 26 Jun 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme to include nationals of six countries and their accompanying family members.

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Dubai introduces four-day summer work week for government employees

Fri, 26 Jun 2026

Government employees in Dubai will once again have the option of a four-day work week during the summer under the 2026 edition of the 'Our Flexible Summer' initiative, as the emirate expands flexible working arrangements to improve work-life balance while maintaining public services.

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Dubai unveils 60 action-packed days of shopping, dining and fun

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), the emirate's annual summer retail and entertainment festival, kicks off on July 2 offering 60 action-packed days of shopping promotions, dining events, concerts and family-focused attractions, thus providing unforgettable experiences for both residents and visitors alike.

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Rubio in Bahrain for crunch talks, eyes GCC backing for Iran deal

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

US Secretary of State Marco ​Rubio will meet with Bahrain officials on Thursday on the final leg of a trip to the ‌Middle East where he has sought to sell the Trump administration's preliminary Iran accord to skeptical Gulf Arab allies.

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Rubio moves to reassure Gulf allies over US-Iran deal during regional tour

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to reassure Gulf allies on Wednesday that Washington's landmark agreement with Iran would not come at the expense of their security, as he met leaders in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait during a regional tour aimed at easing concerns over the deal.

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Gaming legends, industry leaders to take the stage at Global Games Show in Riyadh

Wed, 24 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia is hosting the Global Games Show in Riyadh which runs until June 30, bringing together leading esports executives, game developers, investors, policymakers and industry experts as the kingdom seeks to strengthen its position as a global hub for gaming and digital entertainment.

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US-Iran deal faces early strains as Rubio seeks to reassure Gulf allies

Wed, 24 Jun 2026

The fragile US-Iran peace agreement reached last week is already facing challenges as Washington and Tehran offer conflicting interpretations of key provisions, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio begins a Middle East tour aimed at reassuring skeptical regional allies, said media reports.