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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi introduces new entry fees starting September 1, 2026, with free access for specific groups.
The IRGC detained the Togo-flagged tanker Trend in the Strait of Hormuz following a reported projectile strike and fire.
Saudi Arabia issued emergency air-raid alerts in Riyadh and Al-Kharj on September 19, 2026, before declaring an all-clear.
SpiceJet flights between India and Dubai face major cancellations and 15-hour delays on September 19, 2026. Check your flight status now.
Saudi Jawazat issues over 22,000 penalties for residency and labor violations in one month.
Dubai Municipality enforces strict new labor camp rules requiring a 3.7 square meter sleeping space per worker and banning shared beds.
Dubai Municipality mandates at least 3.7 square meters of personal sleeping space for every laborer under new housing standards.
Two tankers with Indian crew members were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, according to maritime reports.
A Houthi drone debris kills a Yemeni resident in Taif and wounds two others as the Red Sea conflict and regional tensions escalate.
Bodies of two Tamil fishermen killed by pirates in Saudi waters have arrived home in Tamil Nadu after thirty-eight days.
Saudi forces intercepted a Houthi drone south of Mecca as border conflict escalates with rising casualties and regional tensions.
Iran strikes an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz while Houthi drone debris causes a fatality and injuries in Saudi Arabia.