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Iranian Aggression Targets Fuel Tanks in Muharraq
The Ministry of Interior (MOI) announced that Iranian aggression targeted fuel storage tanks at a facility in Muharraq Governorate. Authorities confirmed that the competent agencies have immediately taken the necessary procedures to deal with the situation. In a related update, the General Directorate of Traffic announced the closure of Riya Road in both directions as a precautionary measure. Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes and strictly follow traffic instructions to ensure public safety and smooth traffic flow. The authorities continue to monitor the situation closely while urging the public to cooperate with official guidelines. MOI urges citizens & residents in Hidd, Arad, Qalali & Samaheej to remain in their homes, close windows & ventilation openings as a precaution against potential effects of smoke from the fire currently being fought. Relevant authorities will keep you updated. READ MORE: Bahrain Traffic Authorities Announce Closure of Riya Road in Both Directions
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Lloyd’s Of London Says Gulf Tanker Coverage Available As Strait Chaos Erupts Again
What caught the attention of one UBS analyst earlier this morning was a Financial Times report stating that Lloyd’s of London is pushing back against claims that insurers are choking off traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. As we have outlined, tanker flows are beginning to creep higher in the strait by midweek, with some tankers switching off their transponders while transiting the narrow waterway. Lloyd’s head of underwriting, Patrick Davison, told the FT that the insurance market is “still providing cover to basically anyone who asks,” but stressed that the slowdown in Strait traffic is “not an insurance issue – it’s a question of vessel and crew safety.” “All the insurers at Lloyd’s are still quoting business, and will still provide cover to basically anyone who asks,” Davison said. War-risk insurance premiums for any commercial ship transiting the world’s most important energy chokepoint surged well before the conflict and then skyrocketed, with rates now up twelvefold. Therefore, the real constraint is not so much the insurance as the extreme danger facing tankers, bulk carriers, and container ships, as Tehran threatens vessels with drones, missiles, and water-based mines. Related: The US is in the early stages of preparing a potential $20 billion […]
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Cadillac Bahrain and El Gouna Announce Ramadan Partnership
National Motor Company, the official representative of Cadillac in Bahrain, has signed a partnership agreement with El Gouna Red Sea to offer a new lifestyle package for car buyers. This initiative started during the Holy Month of Ramadan. It connects the luxury car industry in Bahrain with the upscale real estate and tourism market in Egypt. According to the agreement, people who buy a new Cadillac from the National Motor Company showroom in Bahrain will enjoy a travel experience to El Gouna. El Gouna is a fully developed coastal town on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, created by Orascom Development Egypt. The partnership aims to give customers a high-end travel benefit that matches the brand images of both companies. The travel package provides a detailed view of the lifestyle in the Egyptian resort town. It includes stays in waterfront hotels, private boat trips on the Red Sea, and access to various dining and leisure facilities in the town. The organisers stated that they manage the logistics of the trip, from the initial booking in Bahrain to the activities in Egypt, to ensure a smooth experience for the owners. Shared Vision for Luxury and Quality This collaboration is built on the shared […]
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Gulf Air: All Inbound, Outbound, And Overflight Operations Are Suspended Indefinitely
Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, has confirmed the continued temporary suspension of all inbound, outbound and transit flights due to the ongoing closure of airspace in the region. The airline said operations would resume once Bahrain’s Civil Aviation Affairs confirms that airspace has been safely reopened. Gulf Air also urged passengers to check the latest flight updates through its official website or mobile application. Meanwhile, Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs announced that a number of aircraft have been repositioned from Bahrain International Airport to other airports as a precautionary measure aimed at enhancing operational readiness and ensuring the smooth continuity of air traffic. The authority said the move involves the transfer of empty aircraft as part of contingency measures designed to maintain aviation safety and preparedness during the current situation.
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Two Drones Fall Near Dubai Airport, Four Injured
Dubai authorities have confirmed that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday morning, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national. Air traffic is operating as normal. Dubai Airports, which operates DXB and DWC, resumed operations partially from March 7 after a brief interruption. Travellers have been urged to not travel to the airports unless they have been contacted by their airline that their flight is confirmed, as schedules continue to change. On March 1, a concourse at DXB sustained minor damage in an incident, which was quickly contained. Emergency response teams were immediately deployed and managed the situation in coordination with the relevant authorities. “Four staff sustained injuries and received prompt medical attention. Due to contingency plans already in place, most of the terminals were previously cleared of passengers,” the airport said in an earlier statement. Last year, DXB welcomed 95.2 million guests, up 3.1 percent year on year, marking the busiest year in the airport’s history and the highest annual international passenger traffic ever recorded by any airport. December was the busiest month in DXB history, with 8.7 million guests, up […]
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Thai Cargo Ship Attacked In Strait Of Hormuz
A Thai bulk carrier was attacked on Wednesday while sailing through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, the Royal Thai Navy has confirmed. The vessel, identified as the Thai‑flagged bulk carrier Mayuree Naree, was en route through the narrow waterway after departing a port in the United Arab Emirates when the assault occurred, according to an official statement. So far, 20 of the ship’s crew members have been rescued by the Omani Navy, the statement said. Efforts to locate and save the remaining three sailors are ongoing. The exact cause and circumstances of the attack are still under investigation, the navy added.
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G7 Open To Releasing Emergency Oil Reserves Amid Economic Impact Of War
Energy ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major industrial nations have expressed openness to releasing emergency oil reserves in response to the economic impact of the ongoing war involving Iran. In a joint statement distributed by France, which currently holds the G7 presidency, the ministers said on Wednesday that they support taking proactive measures to address the situation. “In principle, we support the implementation of pre-emptive actions to respond to the situation, including the use of strategic reserves,” the statement said. Oil prices have surged sharply since the outbreak of the war, raising concerns about global energy supply and economic stability. The G7 includes Germany, the United States, Japan, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Italy. G7 leaders are expected to discuss the broader economic consequences of the war and the global energy situation during a video conference scheduled for Wednesday afternoon. In recent days, several discussions have taken place regarding the possible release of national oil reserves. The International Energy Agency also held a special meeting on Tuesday to review the issue.
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Bahrain: Public Prosecution Demands Maximum Penalties In Terrorism-Related Cases
The Public Prosecution has submitted its arguments in several cases before the Criminal Court concerning individuals accused of promoting, justifying, and encouraging acts of terrorism within the Kingdom of Bahrain. These cases relate specifically to the heinous terrorist attack carried out by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), as well as the possession of materials that promote or justify such acts. The accused also took photographs of locations in violation of legal restrictions. During its proceedings, the Public Prosecution presented evidence confirming the accused’s involvement in these crimes and requested the imposition of the maximum penalties without leniency. The prosecution highlighted that these acts constitute a betrayal of the country that hosted the individuals, whose citizenship they held and whose resources they benefited from. Such actions, it stated, terrorize citizens and residents, disrupt public security, incite fear, and destabilize society. The Public Prosecution affirmed its commitment to addressing any acts that violate the law or threaten national security, particularly given the current challenges stemming from the Iranian aggression. It emphasized that the rule of law is essential to safeguarding society, protecting rights and freedoms, and maintaining public order, and it will continue to fulfill its duties in accordance with the […]
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Saudi Arabia: Last Quarter Moon Signals Final Stretch Of Ramadan Over Northern Borders
The last quarter moon of Ramadan was sighted at dawn on Wednesday over the Northern Borders Region, appearing half-illuminated by the sun, with the other half in shadow. This sighting marks one of the moon’s main phases during its monthly orbit around the Earth, indicating the approach of the new moon, the new crescent sighting, and nearing the end of the Holy month. The last quarter phase occurs when the moon has completed approximately three-quarters of its orbit, with its eastern half being lit up by sunlight. During this phase, the moon is generally visible during the day.
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Saudi Arabia Designates 2026 As The Year Of AI
Saudi Arabia has designated 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence, underscoring the Kingdom’s accelerating push to position itself as a global hub for advanced technologies. The decision was approved by the Saudi Council of Ministers under the patronage of Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, who also serves as chairman of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority. The designation reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing momentum in the AI sector, where companies operating in the Kingdom have secured about $9.1 billion in funding as part of the country’s broader Saudi Vision 2030 strategy. Established in 2019, SDAIA has led the Kingdom’s National Strategy for Data and Artificial Intelligence, built around six pillars: ambition, competencies, policies, investment, innovation and ecosystem development. These efforts have helped Saudi Arabia rank 14th globally in the 2025 Global AI Index while maintaining a leading position in the Arab world in AI model development. The Kingdom also became the first Arab nation to join the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence and hosts the International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics in Riyadh, a center supported by UNESCO. Government investment in emerging technologies has also accelerated, with spending rising by more than 56 percent […]
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Saudi Air Defenses Intercept 21 Drones, 7 Ballistic Missiles Across Kingdom
Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson for the Saudi Ministry of Defense, said Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a series of drones and ballistic missiles targeting several locations across the Kingdom. According to Al-Maliki, two drones were intercepted in the Empty Quarter while heading toward the Shaybah Oil Field. Two additional drones were intercepted in the Eastern Province, while five drones were intercepted east of Al‑Kharj. Saudi air defenses also intercepted two drones in Hafar Al‑Batin. Al-Maliki said six ballistic missiles launched toward Prince Sultan Air Base were intercepted and destroyed. Another ballistic missile targeting the Eastern Province was also intercepted. In separate incidents, air defenses destroyed four drones in the Eastern Province, two drones again in the Empty Quarter heading toward Shaybah oil field, and several additional drones in the Eastern Province. Earlier Monday, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Iran’s actions toward Saudi Arabia and Gulf states do not reflect wisdom or the interest of avoiding a wider escalation in which Tehran would be the biggest loser. The ministry said Iran’s continued attacks signal further escalation and could have significant repercussions for relations now and in the future.
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Trump Says Iran War To End ‘Soon’ As ‘Practically Nothing Left’ To Target
President Trump on Wednesday said that the war with Iran will end “soon” because there is “practically nothing left to target.” “Little this and that… Any time I want it to end, it will end,” Trump told Axios during a five-minute phone call, adding “The war is going great. We are way ahead of the timetable. We have done more damage than we thought possible, even in the original six-week period.” “They were after the rest of the Middle East. They are paying for 47 years of death and destruction they caused. This is payback. They will not get off that easy,” Trump said. So, Mission Almost Accomplished™ after the Trump administration has given estimates ranging from weeks to months for how long this might take. Yet while Trump is signaling that the operation has largely accomplished its objectives, US and Israeli officials say there’s been no indication of when fighting might stop. As Axios notes further, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday that fighting will continue “without any time limit, for as long as necessary, until we achieve all the objectives and decisively win the campaign.” Meanwhile, Israeli and US officials say they’re preparing for at least two more weeks of strikes in Iran. The […]
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Dozens Of Oil Tankers Divert To Red Sea As Saudis Reroute Crude Flows From Hormuz Chokepoint
Despite continued disruption at the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint, maritime traffic has not fully collapsed. More ships transiting the Strait with transponders turned off https://t.co/PpEsenCVCE — zerohedge (@zerohedge) March 10, 2026 On Tuesday afternoon, reports that a U.S. warship had escorted an oil tanker through the critical chokepoint helped push Brent crude futures down toward $81/bbl, reinforcing the view that paralysis on the waterway has, for now, begun to ease. But even with signs that the critical maritime chokepoint is seeing a modest pickup in activity, this does not imply that normalcy will return this week. In fact, Bloomberg cites ship-tracking data showing uncertainty remains high, with at least 25 tankers diverted toward Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea export hub at Yanbu. Saudi Aramco is maxing out its east-west pipeline to Yanbu, which can carry 7 million barrels per day. CEO Amin Nasser said flows should reach capacity within days as tankers divert to the energy export hub in the Red Sea. The UAE is implementing a similar workaround in Fujairah, where exports have jumped to about 1.6 million bpd this month from a recent average of about 1.1 million bpd. “We should reach capacity in a couple of days,” Nasser said. “It’s all building on the […]
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Civil Defense urges caution amid forecasts of thunderstorms from Wednesday through Sunday
The General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to exercise caution amid forecasts of thunderstorms hitting parts of Saudi Arabia from Wednesday through Sunday, March 15. The directorate called on the people to remain in safe locations, avoid areas prone to flash floods and valleys, and refrain from swimming in them. It underlined the need to adhere to the instructions issued through various media outlets and social media platforms. The directorate stated that the Makkah region will experience moderate to heavy rainfall leading to flash floods, hail, and dust storms. The Riyadh region is also expected to see moderate to heavy rainfall that may result in flash floods, hail, and dust storms. It further noted that the regions of Madinah, Al-Baha, Asir, Hail, Eastern Province, Qassim, Northern Borders, Al-Jouf, and Tabuk will be affected by moderate to heavy rainfall, potentially resulting in flash floods, hail, and dust storms, while Najran and Jazan regions are expected to experience light to moderate rainfall. READ MORE: Weather Alert: Rainfall Expected Across Parts Of The UAE Until March 12
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IEA proposes record oil reserve release over Iran war: WSJ
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed its largest ever release of oil reserves to counter soaring crude prices driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday, citing officials familiar with the matter. The release would exceed the 182 million barrels IEA member countries put on the market in 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the paper said. The proposal was circulated at an emergency meeting of energy officials from the IEA’s 32 member countries on Tuesday, with a decision expected Wednesday, according to the Journal. READ MORE: World Oil Market to See Huge Glut in 2026, IEA Says
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