Gulf & World
Gulf Security Crisis: Saudi Strikes Houthis, Iran Hits Tanker
Tensions escalate as Saudi forces strike Houthi targets and Iran hits an LPG tanker, causing shipping to plummet and fuel prices to rise.
10 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
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Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power in Bachelor Housing Crackdown
Kuwait Municipality disconnects electricity to four properties in the Capital Governorate for violating bachelor housing regulations.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Flydubai Co-Pilot Confesses to 9/11-Style Terror Plot
A Flydubai co-pilot confessed to attempting a 9/11-style suicide attack on a flight to Tel Aviv, which was thwarted by the crew and passengers.
10 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Launches Online Work Permit Service for 9 Professions
Oman's Ministry of Labour has launched a new digital service for special work permits, covering nine professions to streamline hiring for expats.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Qatar to Auction Impounded Vehicles via Sooum App
Qatar's General Directorate of Traffic announces a 24-hour online auction for impounded vehicles via the Sooum app. Check inspection details here.
9 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strikes on Riyadh Airport Kill Three, Disrupt Gulf Flights
Houthi missile strikes on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport have killed three people and caused massive flight cancellations across the Gulf.
9 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Salalah: 14-Day Deadline to Clear Illegal Animal Sheds
Dhofar Municipality has ordered the removal of unauthorized animal sheds in Salalah's Awqad Industrial Area within 14 days.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Illegal Food Kitchens Shut Down in Kuwait's Al-Ahmadi
Kuwaiti authorities have shuttered three illegal food kitchens in Al-Ahmadi and uncovered dozens of commercial violations in recent inspections.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Court Acquits Expat in 23,000 Dinar Fraud Case
A Kuwaiti appeals court has overturned a prison sentence for an expatriate accused of a 23,000 Dinar restaurant and residency fraud scheme.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strikes Hit Saudi Airports, Killing Three
Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi airports kill three and wound dozens, causing major flight cancellations and rising fuel prices across the region.
8 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Gulf Regional Conflict Escalates Amid Airport and Tanker Attacks
Houthi strikes on Saudi airports and tanker attacks in the Gulf trigger oil price surges and flight cancellations across the region.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain: 547 Deported as LMRA Ramps Up Inspections
Bahrain's LMRA ramped up inspections in September 2026, leading to 547 deportations and 67 arrests for residency and labor law violations.
8 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power to Bachelor Residences in Doha and Sulaibikhat
Kuwait Municipality disconnected electricity at four bachelor residences in Doha and Sulaibikhat to enforce residential housing laws.
8 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Raid: 15 Workers Arrested, Illegal Shops Shut
Security agencies in Kuwait arrested 15 foreign workers and shut down several illegal businesses during a major raid in Farwaniya.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Rafha Municipality Closes 10 Businesses in September Crackdown
Rafha Municipality conducted 1,271 inspections in September, leading to 10 business closures and 22 citations to ensure local compliance.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Intercepted Near Riyadh Amid Airport Attacks
A Houthi ballistic missile targeting Riyadh was intercepted as attacks on Saudi and Yemeni airports escalate, impacting regional markets.
7 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Fast-Tracks Family Visas for Skilled Expats
Saudi Arabia now allows skilled workers to process family visas alongside employment visas, easing the transition for Indian professionals.
7 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Fast-Tracks Family Visas for Skilled Expats
Skilled workers in Saudi Arabia can now apply for family visas before their residency is finalized, easing relocation for Indian expats.
7 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Fire Force Shuts 90 Establishments Over Safety Violations
The Kuwait General Fire Force has closed 90 establishments in the Capital Governorate following a massive fire safety inspection campaign.
7 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Yemen Conflict Hits Saudi Arabia: Flight Disruptions and Red Sea Risks
Escalating fighting in Yemen impacts Saudi Arabia, causing flight disruptions in Riyadh and threatening critical Red Sea shipping routes.
7 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Sur Industrial Area: 20 Health Violations Found in Oman
South Sharqiya Municipality conducted 34 inspections in Sur's industrial area, resulting in 20 violations and 8 warnings to business owners.
7 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
15 Workers Arrested and Facing Deportation in Kuwait Raid
Kuwaiti authorities arrested 15 workers in Farwaniya for running illegal businesses in residential homes. Deportation procedures have begun.
7 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Eases Family Entry for Skilled Workers
Highly skilled workers in Saudi Arabia can now apply for family entry visas simultaneously with their own work visas, easing the relocation process.
6 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
27 Salalah Food Outlets Shut Down Over Health Violations
Dhofar Municipality closed 27 food outlets in Salalah after 736 inspections revealed health violations and unfit goods.
6 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh