
Tensions Rise as Houthis Target Riyadh and Trump Rejects Iran Deal
Houthi drone and missile strikes hit Riyadh and southern Saudi cities while President Trump dismisses Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Houthi drone and missile strikes hit Riyadh and southern Saudi cities while President Trump dismisses Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian expatriates are relocating to Oman due to visa renewal difficulties in the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

The remains of Sharjah Airport worker Alwin Kunder have been returned to India following a gruesome discovery, as police clarify family status.

Expats in Oman face uncertainty over minimum salary requirements for family joining visas due to conflicting official government information.

Two Indian expats, a textile owner and a storekeeper, have each won $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw.

Bahrain now allows eligible transit passengers to stay for up to four days, easing travel for long layovers at Bahrain International Airport.

Indian expats in Oman face banking disruptions from Sept 28-30 due to a nationwide strike in India affecting public sector banks.

Saudi air defences intercepted Houthi drones and missiles as Iran warns of expanding conflict to the Indian Ocean and cancels flights to the UAE.

Houthi forces launched a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Riyadh and Saudi Aramco facilities, causing oil prices to surge.

Houthi militias targeted Riyadh and Khamis Mushait with missiles and drones, while the US rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Houthi militants launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia as Riyadh hosts a major new defense meeting with Turkey and Pakistan.

Saudi-led Coalition intercepted drones and missiles aimed at Riyadh and Khamis Mushait during a surge in Houthi military activity.

Bahrain's LMRA introduces mandatory health insurance for all new family and dependent residency permits starting September 2026.

MEA Secretary Sripriya Ranganathan meets workers and agencies in Dubai to address migration, contract integrity, and worker grievances.

Oman's Ministry of Labour reports 17,577 employment violations, warning of heavy fines and deportation for illegal work and unauthorized employment.

Saudi air defenses intercept drones and missiles targeting Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. No casualties reported as regional tensions rise.

The ceasefire has expired, Hormuz shipping has halved overnight, and Iran and Oman are talking again. Here is where the conflict stands today — and how it's already reaching into your flight schedule and your remittance rate.