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Trump Rejects Iran's Hormuz Deal as IRGC Claims US Drone Capture
Donald Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the IRGC claims to have captured a second US underwater drone.
28 September 2026 · Gulf & World
Airlines Extend Dubai Flight Suspensions to 2027
Major carriers like Air Canada and United extend Dubai flight suspensions to 2027 due to skyrocketing aviation war-risk insurance costs.
28 September 2026 · Travel & Airlines
768 Indian Seafarers Trapped in Gulf After Fatal Attack
Hundreds of Indian seafarers are stranded on 28 vessels in the Gulf following a deadly attack off Oman, facing critical shortages of food and water.
28 September 2026 · Gulf & World
Oman Updates Visa Conversion Rules for Work Permits
Oman introduces new rules allowing visitors, students, and families to convert their visas to work permits without leaving the country.
28 September 2026 · Visa & Residency
Dubai Tenants Swap Renewals for New Leases as Rents Drop
Dubai tenants are ditching renewals for new leases to save up to 15% on rent, according to recent Dubai Land Department data.
28 September 2026 · Gulf & World
768 Indian Seafarers Stranded in Gulf After Fatal Attack
Hundreds of Indian seafarers are trapped on 28 vessels following a deadly projectile strike off the Oman coast. Read about the escalating maritime crisis.
28 September 2026 · Gulf & World
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