UAE bars citizens from traveling to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq
Authorities instructed UAE citizens in these countries to contact the ministry through its emergency line for assistance.
Middle East
US says Aoun-Netanyahu meeting could help restore Lebanese control in southern Lebanon
Who owns Novitex: Iran's largest crypto exchange used by IRGC to move millions - explainer
US blockade costs Iran $4.8 billion, US Navy acting 'sort of like pirates,' Trump says - report
IDF shifts focus to Iran's nuclear threat as Trump 'not satisfied' with latest Iranian proposal
BoP denies rumors of Kiryat Gat base closure • Two injured, car destroyed by Hezbollah drone attack
Iran's enriched uranium likely at Isfahan, IAEA discusses extraction with Russia, US - report
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said that Iran's enriched uranium is likely still being held at Iran's Isfahan nuclear complex.
Iran using ceasefire as opportunity to dig out buried missiles, launchers - report
According to multiple sources, the US believes that Iran intends to rebuild its missile capabilities in preparation for the resumption of war if negotiations fall through.
Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West
Oil shipments from Russia have jumped 75% to about 60,000 barrels per day this year, making Moscow the country's dominant crude supplier following the fall of Assad in December 2024.
Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress
Both men were called to the stand by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who put his hand on the Palestinian FA chief's arm and, with a gesture, invited him to come closer to the Israeli FA VP.
Fractures rock Gulf alliance as UAE quits OPEC during Iran war - analysis
Abu Dhabi’s exit, a summit snub, and public criticism expose a widening Saudi-Emirati split reshaping energy and security coordination.
BoP denies rumors of Kiryat Gat base closure, says it will establish 'transitional Gaza gov't'
The US military-run center's closing would mark the latest blow to US President Donald Trump's Gaza plan, already undermined by Hamas's refusal to disarm.
Trump 'not satisfied' with latest Iranian proposal, says leadership is 'fully disjointed'
Trump said on Saturday that the US might be "better off" without an Iran deal, adding that the issue has "been going on too long.”
US imposes new Iran sanctions, warns shipping companies not to pay Hormuz tolls
The move comes after the US imposed new sanctions on Tuesday on 35 groups and individuals involved in operating Iran's covert "shadow banking" financial network.
US Navy turns to AI firm Domino for options to counter Iranian mines
President Trump has said the US Navy is clearing Iranian mines from the Strait, with Domino's software able to teach underwater drones to identify new types of mines in a matter of days.
