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Emirates resumes Dubai operations following conflict-induced suspension
Travel
March 7, 2026
Emirates resumes Dubai operations following conflict-induced suspension
Emirates Airlines and Dubai Airports began a phased restoration of flight schedules at Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central…
Iran apologizes to regional neighbors, announces new military doctrine
Middle East
March 7, 2026
Iran apologizes to regional neighbors, announces new military doctrine
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a televised address on Saturday, offering an unprecedented apology to regional nations for Iran’s recent…
White House stresses it will ‘completely destroy’ the Iranian navy
Middle East
March 7, 2026
White House stresses it will ‘completely destroy’ the Iranian navy
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stated that the US will “completely destroy” the Iranian navy. She added that “any alleged…
Turkey denies asking Britain to protect Syrian president
Middle East
March 7, 2026
Turkey denies asking Britain to protect Syrian president
Turkey issued a statement debunking reports that Turkish intelligence had asked its British counterpart to protect Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa,…
Bahrain intercepts and destroys 84 Iranian missiles and 147 drones
Middle East
March 7, 2026
Bahrain intercepts and destroys 84 Iranian missiles and 147 drones
The General Command of the Bahrain Defense Force announced on Friday that its air defense systems continue to counter successive…
White House anticipates operation against Iran to last 4-6 weeks
Middle East
March 7, 2026
White House anticipates operation against Iran to last 4-6 weeks
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt announced that the US anticipates its military operation against Iran to last four to six…
Trump praises Al Ahly SC as one of “the best teams in the world”
Life & Style
March 6, 2026
Trump praises Al Ahly SC as one of “the best teams in the world”
President Donald Trump highlighted the global reach of American soccer on Friday, specifically praising Inter Miami for their ability to…
140 Israeli hospitalized in 24 hours following Iranian missile barrages
Middle East
March 6, 2026
140 Israeli hospitalized in 24 hours following Iranian missile barrages
The Israeli Ministry of Health reported on Friday that 140 individuals were transported to hospitals over the last 24 hours…
“We are in a near-emergency state”: President Sisi
Egypt
March 6, 2026
“We are in a near-emergency state”: President Sisi
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi issued a stern warning to market speculators on Thursday, as the regional military escalation continues to…
US hails Egypt’s “vital support” in repatriating US citizens amid regional crisis
Egypt
March 6, 2026
US hails Egypt’s “vital support” in repatriating US citizens amid regional crisis
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a high-level diplomatic call with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Thursday to…
Aswan named 2026 ‘Tourist City of the Year’ for second consecutive year
Egypt
March 5, 2026
Aswan named 2026 ‘Tourist City of the Year’ for second consecutive year
The historic city of Aswan has been crowned the “Tourist City of the Year” by the Developing Eight Organization for…
Egypt braces for seasonal fluctuations as spring approaches
Egypt
March 5, 2026
Egypt braces for seasonal fluctuations as spring approaches
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) released a comprehensive weather forecast for the capital and regional governorates, coinciding with the final…
US submarine strikes Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka – 87 dead
Middle East
March 5, 2026
US submarine strikes Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka – 87 dead
At least 87 people have been confirmed dead following a maritime strike on an Iranian frigate off the coast of…
Israel Defense Forces spokesperson comments on Lebanese singer Elissa’s Hezbollah critique
Culture
March 4, 2026
Israel Defense Forces spokesperson comments on Lebanese singer Elissa’s Hezbollah critique
The Arabic-language spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Avichay Adraee, publicly addressed recent comments made by Lebanese pop icon…
Egypt retains safe travel status as US updates travel advisory on Tuesday
Egypt
March 4, 2026
Egypt retains safe travel status as US updates travel advisory on Tuesday
As the conflict in Iran radically reconfigures regional security, the US Department of State has designated Egypt as a notable…
Egypt secures strategic fuel reserves until 2028: Minister of Petroleum
Egypt
March 4, 2026
Egypt secures strategic fuel reserves until 2028: Minister of Petroleum
With geopolitical tensions reshaping regional energy flows, the Egyptian government has moved to reassure both markets and citizens of its…
US Embassy urges Americans to exit Israel via Egypt amid regional escalation
Egypt
March 4, 2026
US Embassy urges Americans to exit Israel via Egypt amid regional escalation
The US Embassy in Jerusalem has issued an urgent security directive advising American citizens in Israel to utilize land routes…
Egypt launches emergency Saudi transit visa for citizens stranded in the UAE
Travel
March 4, 2026
Egypt launches emergency Saudi transit visa for citizens stranded in the UAE
The Egyptian Consulate in Dubai has launched an emergency repatriation plan for citizens seeking to return home amidst the widespread…
Iran seizes full control of Strait of Hormuz and targets 10 oil tankers
Middle East
March 4, 2026
Iran seizes full control of Strait of Hormuz and targets 10 oil tankers
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced Wednesday morning that it has seized “full control” of the Strait of Hormuz, effectively…
Spanish government responds to Trump’s trade threats
World
March 4, 2026
Spanish government responds to Trump’s trade threats
The Spanish government responded to US President Donald Trump’s threat to reduce trade between Washington and Madrid, stating, “The United…