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Gulf states rethink security in light of US-Israel war on Iran
BySaeed Shah in Islamabad April 10, 2026

Whatever outcome of ceasefire talks, the region will have to live with a continuing threat from the regime in TehranMiddle East crisis – live updatesGulf nations will seek to add security partners as they rebuild battered economies after the US and Isr…

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Gulf Arab nations report a barrage of Iranian attacks since the cease-fire.
ByVivian Nereim April 8, 2026April 8, 2026

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Gulf Nations Face New Reality, Whether Cease-Fire Holds or Not
ByVivian Nereim April 8, 2026April 8, 2026

The countries will have to re-evaluate their relationships with Israel, Iran and the United States after a war that has exposed their vulnerability.

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Iran strikes Kuwait’s oil infrastructure before Opec+ supply talks
ByKalyeena Makortoff and agencies April 5, 2026April 5, 2026

Members reportedly agree a rise of 206,000 barrels a day in May, but move symbolic while strait of Hormuz is effectively closedMiddle East crisis – live updatesIranian drones have struck Kuwait’s oil infrastructure, causing “severe material damage” tha…

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‘I was beaten and tortured’: how a British father and son made a fortune in Dubai then became wanted men
ByWill Coldwell April 5, 2026

As the Middle East is drawn into war, expats and influencers are under pressure to only share the positive side of the UAE. In reality many are at risk of being put behind bars, and often find the UK government has little interest in helping them get o…

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More Infrastructure Sites in Gulf Countries Are Attacked
ByAurelien Breeden April 3, 2026

In Kuwait, an Iranian attack on Friday damaged a power and water desalination plant, officials said. Both sides in the Iran war have ramped up strikes on civilian targets.

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Macron Voices Europe’s Frustration With Trump’s Handling of Iran War
ByMark Landler, Erika Solomon and Thomas Fuller April 2, 2026April 2, 2026

President Emmanuel Macron of France expressed disapproval about President Trump’s handling of the war against Iran on Thursday, chastising him for speaking cavalierly in a speech.

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Families condemn UK ‘impotence’ over UAE ‘social media misuse’ detentions
ByMatthew Weaver April 1, 2026

Ministers accused of being too fearful of offending Emirates to help Britons detained for sharing images of warMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesThe families of UK citizens held in the United Arab Emirates over allegations that they shared images…

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‘There’s no safe place here’: Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port
ByGuardian staff and agencies March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Dozens of other vessels leave area after drone strike causes fire onboard tanker owned by Kuwait’s state oil companyMiddle East crisis – live updatesHow could US forcibly reopen strait of Hormuz and what are the risks?When Iran attacked a fully loaded …

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Kuwaiti Oil Tanker Set Ablaze After Attack Off the Coast of Dubai
ByEphrat Livni March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

The attack damaged the hull, the tanker’s owner said. No oil spill was detected, according to the authorities in the United Arab Emirates.

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