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Persian Gulf

Gulf nation could join fight against Iran – WSJ
The UAE is preparing to assist the US in unblocking the Strait of Hormuz by force, Arab officials have told the outlet
Apr 1, 2026 13:10
Iran accuses UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia of enabling US attacks
Tehran has detailed dozens of cases of US fighter jets and drones allegedly conducting missions over the Gulf states during strikes
Mar 27, 2026 13:01
The Gulf after the storm: Why the UAE is poised to lead the region’s next economic era ANALYSIS
Thriving after the Iran war will take economic endurance, flexibility, and strategic action. Some countries are better prepared than others
Mar 25, 2026 19:56
Europe to face fuel shortage – Shell CEO
The Iran war is set to hit diesel and gasoline supplies starting next month, Wael Sawan has warned
Mar 25, 2026 18:49
US considering sending airborne troops to Iran – NYT
A brigade of some 3,000 paratroopers could join the conflict in the Middle East, the paper has reported
Mar 24, 2026 09:37
Iran has ‘previous’ in the Gulf: Mining Hormuz is a risk its ready to take EXPLAINER
Tehran has threatened to place explosives in the critical global trade route in response to a potential US ground operation
Mar 23, 2026 19:42

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