Vance leads behind-the-scenes push for a new Iran deal: ReportUS Vice President JD Vance has been actively working to establish a new ceasefire with Iran. He is engaging with Qatari and Pakistani media...
07 Nov, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
Trump discusses West Asia de-escalation with Qatar's emir; at least 30 killed in airstrikes in YemenUS President Trump spoke with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim about reducing tensions in West Asia. They focused on Qatar's mediation efforts to ...
07 Nov, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
US military carries out new targeted strike on Iran as Tehran's leaders weigh mediator's proposalsThe U.S. military carried out limited strikes on Iran, targeting its air defense systems in response to ongoing tensions. US President Trum...
07 Nov, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
Iran reviewing proposals on Tehran's nuclear programme, officials sayIran is reviewing proposals made by Qatar that aim to address its nuclear program and tensions with the US. As part of these discussions, I...
07 Nov, 2026, 06.56 AM IST
Trump holds call with mediator Qatar about Iran de-escalationQatar is acting as the chief mediator between Washington and Tehran amid intense diplomatic efforts to end the war, which is now in its nin...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
Iran war, doubling fuel prices knock 66% off Emirates' first-half profitEmirates Group's first-half net profit plunged 66% to $1 billion as the Iran war disrupted flights across the Gulf and doubled jet fuel pri...
05 Nov, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
FIFA council member Kohzo Tashima to run against Gianni Infantino in election, Japanese media reportFIFA council member Kohzo Tashima - a colleague of Infantino for nearly 11 years - intends to run for president against the incumbent, Japa...
05 Nov, 2026, 09.10 PM IST
Oman tightens expat worker recruitment rules from January 2027; agencies must provide insurance, refundsEffective January 1, 2027, Oman is set to enforce new, tougher rules for hiring expatriate workers, which will necessitate insurance covera...
05 Nov, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
US Iran war: UAE plans third crude oil pipeline to avoid Strait of HormuzThe United Arab Emirates is planning to construct a third oil-export pipeline to minimize reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. This new pipeli...
04 Nov, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
Tehran's negotiators leave Doha with no breakthrough in talksAmid fears the conflict could reignite after Tuesday's midterm elections in the United States, China and Russia both spoke out on Monday ag...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
Abu Dhabi's ADNOC, G42 sign deal with OpenAI as Sam Altman travels to UAEADNOC has officially partnered with OpenAI, marking a groundbreaking step for the energy sector as it becomes the first to leverage OpenAI'...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
UAE, Canada space firms in alliance as nations seek Starlink alternativesTerrestar Solutions Inc. has entered into a partnership with Space42 Plc and Viasat Inc. to enhance mobile satellite connectivity. This col...
29 Oct, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Smit Machchhar, flydubai crew honoured by UAE President for bravery during mid-air attackSheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II to Captain Smit Machchhar and his crew. This recognition was f...
28 Oct, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
Break the cycle: Mecca Pact nations hold talks in IranSaudi Arabia was represented by Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, younger brother of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman; Pakistan by...
27 Oct, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
Egypt approves military support for Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks escalateEgypt's parliament has approved military support for Saudi Arabia as conflicts with the Houthis escalate. This decision follows President A...
26 Oct, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
It's a matter of 'deep concern': Jaishankar on situation in West AsiaIndia's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with UAE's Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss regional stability. Jaishankar...
20 Oct, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Qatar plans local defence productionThe Iran war has dealt a blow to Qatar. The country was forced to shut down much of its main LNG complex at Ras Laffan shortly after the st...
20 Oct, 2026, 12.31 AM IST