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EuronewsIran Publishes Map Claiming Control Over Parts of Strait of Hormuz
Iran has issued a map defining a regulatory zone in the Strait of Hormuz that extends into waters claimed by the United Arab Emirates and Oman. Five Gulf states have warned shipping companies through the International Maritime Organisation not to comply with the new requirements.
SemaforGulf States Shift Focus from Iran to Israel in Regional Security Talks
Washington's Middle East partners are viewing Israel's approach to Iran as a source of regional instability. Turkey and Gulf states are adjusting security partnerships and diplomatic priorities in response.
SemaforGulf States Advise Against Further Strikes on Iran
Gulf countries have urged the United States to pause additional military action against Iran and pursue negotiations instead. Regional partners cited concerns over escalation and damage to energy infrastructure.
asiaone.comUAE Sought Joint Military Action With Saudi Arabia and Qatar Against Iran
The United Arab Emirates attempted to persuade Saudi Arabia and Qatar to join a unified military response to Iran's airstrikes. Both countries declined to participate. Bloomberg reported the UAE expressed disappointment at the lack of support.
france24.comGulf Arab States Conducted Secret Attacks in Iran, U.S. Officials Say
U.S. officials reported that two Gulf Arab states carried out covert strikes inside Iran. The actions reflect efforts by the states to deter Iran after regional conflict highlighted limits of American security guarantees. The New York Times reported the development on Thursday.
thehindu.comIsraeli Military Built Covert Base in Iraq; Gulf States Conducted Strikes on Iran
Recent disclosures indicate the Israel-Iran conflict involved more participants than previously reported, including a secret Israeli base inside Iraq and airstrikes by the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Iranian targets. The U.S. approved major new arms sales to several…
ocregister.comGulf States Arrest Shiite Citizens on Terrorism Charges Amid Conflict With Iran
Officials in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have detained or stripped citizenship from dozens of Shiite citizens accused of links to Iran-backed terrorism cells. The actions follow Iranian attacks on Gulf states hosting U.S. military bases after the U.S.-Israeli war…
jpost.comGulf States Review Security Strategies After Iran Conflict
Gulf Arab states are reevaluating their security approaches following the U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran that began on February 28, 2026. Iran retaliated by targeting Gulf infrastructure and closing the Strait of Hormuz, affecting regional exports. The development…
jpost.comUkrainian Sky Map Anti-Drone System Deployed in Gulf Region
Gulf states and U.S. partners have adopted Ukrainian anti-drone technology to counter Iranian drone attacks. The Sky Map system uses acoustic sensors and interceptors to detect and neutralize threats. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed defense agreements with several…
eco-business.com2025 Marks Deadliest Year on Eastern Migration Route with Over 900 Deaths or Disappearances
More than 900 people died or disappeared along the Eastern Route in 2025, marking the deadliest year on record for the migration path from Africa to the Gulf. Dozens of men trekked home in Djibouti after failing to cross to Yemen. The journey highlights ongoing dangers including…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOman Declines Iran's Proposal for Joint Strait of Hormuz Management
Oman has rejected an Iranian proposal to split administrative duties over the Strait of Hormuz, according to multiple sources. The rejection comes amid Iran's efforts to end a U.S. blockade without conceding key positions. Gulf states remain wary of deals that could strain ties w…
realclearmarkets.comIran War Disrupts Gulf Energy Supplies and Accelerates Regional Economic Shifts
The ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran has caused major disruptions to global oil and LNG supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf states are adapting by diversifying their economies and energy roles. This conflict highlights evolving partnerships in the global energy secto…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS and Iran Set to Restart Talks This Weekend as Moutai Reports Revenue Decline
The United States and Iran are expected to resume negotiations this weekend, according to reports. Gulf and European nations estimate that reaching an agreement could take six months. Separately, Chinese liquor producer Guizhou Moutai reported its first annual revenue decline sin…