Tracking politics for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Politics · Business & EconomySaudi Arabia and Egypt coordinate response to Iranian strikes on GCC states. How this regional security meeting impacts aviation, energy costs, and safety for UAE residents.
Politics · Business & EconomyUAE and Kuwait face mounting drone and missile attacks. Learn how air defense systems work, supply chain risks, and what this means for residents and businesses.
Energy · PoliticsMultiple Iranian missile strikes hit Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG facility in March 2026. Security implications, energy impacts, and what UAE residents should know.
PoliticsKuwait arrests 26 Hezbollah-linked suspects in major terror plot targeting infrastructure. New counterterrorism laws signal tougher Gulf security stance.
Energy · PoliticsHabshan gas complex and Bab oil field shut after successful missile interception creates debris. Authorities confirm no injuries and precautionary closure while operations are assessed.
Politics · Business & EconomyUAE intercepts Iranian missiles and drones targeting Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Defense system details, regional escalation, economic impact, and what residents are experiencing now.
Politics · Business & EconomyAbu Dhabi missile defense intercepts Iranian strike but shrapnel kills Pakistani national in Baniyas. What residents need to know about debris risk.
Politics · Business & EconomyOne million Lebanese displaced as Israel launches ground offensive in southern Lebanon. Critical analysis of humanitarian gaps, regional spillover risks, and implications for Gulf states.
Politics · Business & EconomyKuwait intercepts 600+ missiles and drones since late February. Airport delays, debris risks, insurance hikes affect Gulf expats. Latest safety updates and impact.