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Iran, Israel pause attacks; US disables tanker bound for Iran

Tue, 09 Jun 2026

Iran and Israel said on Monday they had halted attacks against each other following an appeal from US President Donald Trump, while US forces simultaneously escalated pressure on Tehran by disabling an oil tanker attempting to reach an Iranian port in defiance of Washington's naval blockade.

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Five more Saudi sports clubs offered for privatisation

Mon, 08 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Sport and the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP) has announced that five more sports clubs in the country are being offered for privatisation.

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FIFA names Mohammed Al Kamali as World Cup disciplinary committee chairman

Mon, 08 Jun 2026

FIFA has appointed Emirati legal advisor Mohammed Al Kamali as Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee for the FIFA World Cup 2026 finals, to be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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Dubai announces Islamic New Year holiday

Mon, 08 Jun 2026

Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has announced that Monday, June 15, will be an official holiday for Dubai Government entities, departments and institutions in observance of the Islamic New Year 1448 AH.

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Israel strikes Iran despite Trump's call for restraint after missile attack

Mon, 08 Jun 2026

Israel launched strikes against military targets in western and central Iran early Monday, defying reported calls from US President Donald Trump for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from retaliatory action following an Iranian missile attack on Israel.

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US eyes use of Iran assets for Gulf allies' reconstruction

Sun, 07 Jun 2026

The US government will attempt to redirect ​Iranian assets to Gulf states for rebuilding and repairs of damage caused by Iran, a source familiar with the matter said, as Tehran followed up a wave of strikes ‌against Kuwait and Bahrain with further drone launches.

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Bahrain intercepts Iranian missiles, slams attacks on Kuwait

Sat, 06 Jun 2026

Bahrain announced on Saturday that its air defences intercepted Iranian missiles, while strongly condemning Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait earlier in the day.

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UAE new racing season to feature 64 races in five racecourses

Fri, 05 Jun 2026

The UAE's racing calendar for 2026-2027 season features 64 race meetings across five racecourses throughout the country.

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Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement boosts hopes for US-Iran talks

Thu, 04 Jun 2026

A ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon has raised hopes of a broader diplomatic breakthrough that could help bring an end to the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran, even as conflicting signals emerged over the state of negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

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One Indian national killed, 63 injured in attack on Kuwait airport

Wed, 03 Jun 2026

One Indian national was killed and 63 people were injured following Iranian missile and drone attacks on the Kuwait International Airport in the early hours of Wednesday, according to reports.