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Who blinks first: What Iran’s Strait of Hormuz strategy reveals about its war goals

Attacks on ships in Hormuz and strikes across the region expose Tehran's strategy of gradual escalation and long war, testing US, Israeli and Gulf resolve.

Euronews

Dire straits: The handful of marine choke points holding Europe's economy hostage

From the Persian Gulf to the English Channel, a small number of narrow waterways carry the vast bulk of what Europeans eat, buy, and heat their homes with. When one of them is threatened the consequences ripple everywhere.

Euronews

Locals divided on dam’s future decades after Florida canal project abandoned

Environmentalists want to permanently open a dam built for a canal that was supposed to cut through the middle of Florida from the Atlantic to the Gulf

The Independent UK

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'The Ultra-Rich Are Worried': Wealthy Expats Flee Dubai for Switzerland as War Fears Grow and Fortunes at Risk

Amid rising US-Israeli tensions with Iran, wealthy expats shift fortunes from Dubai to Switzerland for security, impacting Dubai's economy and boosting Swiss banks as safe havens.

International Business Times UK

Tesla makes supercharging free across UAE and gulf stations during ‘tough times’

Tesla has activated free Supercharging across its UAE network and select Gulf locations, a move reserved for challenging times. This temporary relief for electric vehicle owners applies to numerous charging points in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Saudi Arabia and Qatar. The company has not…

The Times of India

British expats fleeing Dubai for London scrambling to avoid tax bills of up to £5 million

Accountants are advising British citizens leaving the Gulf how to avoid ‘massive’ tax bills

Evening Standard

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s aide says no part of Russia is safe after Kyiv hits base 800km from border

Moscow says Ukrainian attacks on infrastructure within Russia rose sharply in 2025

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Iran lashes out with attacks on Israel and Gulf neighbors as Israel hits Beirut

Iran has lashed out with multiple attacks on its Gulf neighbors and Israel following the killing of one of its top leaders in an airstrike, using some of its latest missiles to evade air defenses and killing two near Tel Aviv

The Independent UK

The Latest: Iran attacks Israel and Gulf countries after an Israeli strike kills its security chief

Iran launched strikes toward Israel and Gulf countries, hours after an Israeli strike killed its security chief

The Independent UK

Eid ul Fitr 2026 alert in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar: No open grounds, prayers only inside mosques as Gulf countries announce new guidelines amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Eid ul Fitr 2026 prayers in the UAE will be held exclusively inside mosques nationwide, suspending traditional outdoor prayer grounds. This significant shift aims to enhance public safety and streamline organisation amidst heightened regional sensitivities due to the ongoing Iran vs US-Israel war. While the venue changes, the timing and…

The Times of India

UAE sends emergency missile alert: Dubai confirms sounds heard across emirate were successful air defence interception amid Iran vs US-Israel war

UAE residents received rare emergency alerts for a potential missile threat, followed by loud sounds across Dubai. Authorities clarified these were successful air defence interceptions, not impacts. This incident, a direct consequence of escalating Iran vs US-Israel war, saw hundreds of aerial threats neutralised, highlighting the proximity of war to…

The Times of India

UK nationals fleeing Middle East reach 100,000 as evacuation efforts continue

Foreign secretary says one third of those who were in region have left as MPs press for support for those still stranded

The Guardian - UK

Iranian regime likely to remain in power despite two weeks of attacks, US intelligence suggests

At least 2,000 people have killed as the war enters a third week

The Independent UK

Spotlight on Africa: Africa faces security worries as Iran conflict spreads

US and Israeli attacks on Iran are raising concerns across Africa, from security risks in the Horn of Africa to economic pressures and fears for migrant workers in the Gulf. They also come as West African countries step up cooperation against spreading jihadist violence. In this week’s Spotlight on Africa…

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'We were shocked': Trump reacts to Iran hitting US Gulf allies — was there prior warning?

US President Trump expressed shock at Iran's expanded strikes across the Middle East, despite US intelligence anticipating such retaliation. The conflict, now in its third week, has seen Iranian attacks on US positions and allied infrastructure, disrupting vital shipping lanes like the Strait of Hormuz. Concerns are mounting over the…

International Business Times UK

UAE Arrests 80 People for Sharing Iran War Videos on Social Media — Expats and Tourists at Risk

The UAE's strict cybercrime laws have led to over 80 arrests, including expatriates, for social media posts about Iranian missile strikes. Know the legal risks of sharing content in the Gulf.

The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: How the conflict in Iran shattered the Gulf state image of peace and luxury

In today’s newsletter: As drones and missiles hit Dubai, Doha and other sites across the Gulf, Hannah Ellis Peterson explains what happens next for the region

The Guardian - UK

‘Very damaging’: how the Iran war is hitting energy-intensive industries

Conflict pushes companies struggling with rising costs in sectors such as steel and chemicals to the edge

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The Independent UK

Israel launches new strikes on Tehran and Lebanon as Iran hits back and fires on Gulf neighbors

Residents of Dubai and Doha, Qatar, awoke to the sound of explosions as air defenses worked to intercept new waves of incoming Iranian fire

The Times of India

‘Iran has crossed every red line’: Gulf nations’ message to US amid escalating Middle East tensions

Gulf Arab nations, while not seeking a US-led war with Iran, warn that inaction risks Iran threatening vital oil routes. US officials are pressing for regional support for a military campaign, as Iran's attacks have heightened fears of it holding the region's energy supply hostage. Gulf leaders believe decisive action…

Axios

Most NATO members reject U.S.-led Hormuz Strait coalition, Trump says

The response from many allies: "Hell no."

The Times of India

Air India suspends Dubai flights, diverts UAE services overnight to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel war, Air India has rerouted flights from Dubai to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, temporarily suspending services to the major hub. This disruption, driven by security concerns and airspace restrictions, impacts global aviation. Other Indian carriers also face potential schedule changes as the region's vital air…

The Times of India

UAE on alert after missile hits civilian car in Abu Dhabi, 1 killed as Iran vs US-Israel war escalates

A missile strike in Abu Dhabi's Al Bahyah district killed one Palestinian national, marking a serious security incident linked to the ongoing Iran vs US-Israel war. While the UAE has strong air defences, this rare event highlights the unpredictable reach of regional hostilities into civilian areas. Authorities are investigating and…

The Conversation

Seabirds struggled to raise chicks in the Hauraki Gulf this summer. What happened?

Some seabirds breeding in New Zealand’s largest marine park struggled to raise chicks this summer, most likely because climate change is forcing them to travel too far in search of food.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Trump’s war with Iran: if the US is winning, why ask Nato for help?

Editorial: The US has overwhelming military power. Yet the battle has moved to oil routes, alliances and domestic politics – where Tehran is testing western unity

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