Dubai News Highlights: New Iranian attacks target hotel and residential buildings in Bahrain’s capital
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Highlights: The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Thursday that the country’s air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them while one missile landed inside the United Arab Emirates on 5 March 2026.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack Highlights: Bahrain’s Interior Ministry said that the “Iranian aggression” targeted a hotel and two residential buildings in the capital Manama. The ministry confirmed that there were no fatalities, and Civil Defense teams quickly brought a fire in one of the buildings under control.
Explosions heard near Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi: Repeated explosions were heard near Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. The airport has advised passengers not to travel to the airport unless they have a confirmed booking and have received a direct notification from their airline to proceed. In a post on X, the airport said access would be restricted strictly to passengers holding confirmed bookings.
UAE downs 6 missiles, 125 drones: The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Thursday that the country’s air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them while one missile landed inside the United Arab Emirates on 5 March 2026. The ministry also reported that 131 drones were detected with 125 successfully intercepted and six falling within the country’s territory. According to the ministry, since the start of what it described as Iran’s aggression, a total of 196 ballistic missiles have been launched toward the UAE, of which 181 were destroyed, 13 fell into the sea and two landed within the country. Authorities added that 1,072 Iranian drones have been detected so far, with 1,001 intercepted and 71 falling within UAE territory. The air defence systems also detected and destroyed eight cruise missiles.
Aviation crisis: Etihad to resume limited number of commercial flights from March 6, operating between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations.
Diplomatic emergency: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a “Depart Now” order for Americans in 13 nations, including the UAE, Egypt, and Bahrain.
Stranded passengers: Over 17,000 passengers have been repatriated since March 1. The UAE government is currently covering accommodation and subsistence costs for those displaced.
Trade impact: Global supply chains are feeling the heat as over 5,000 export containers, including 1,000 refrigerated units of perishable goods, remain stranded at India’s JNPT port.
In a rapidly evolving conflict where misinformation can spread across social media, The Indian Express Global Desk relies on direct official sourcing, including the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), the Dubai Media Office, and ground reports from news agencies. Every update in this feed undergoes technical verification to ensure you receive only confirmed safety protocols and diplomatic developments.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Trump administration is confronting mounting discontent from allies in the Persian Gulf who have complained they were not given adequate time to prepare for the torrent of Iranian drones and missiles bombarding their countries in retaliation for strikes launched by the US and Israel. Officials from two Gulf countries said their governments were disappointed in the way the US has handled the war, particularly the initial attack on Iran last Saturday. They said their countries were not given advance notice of the US-Israeli attack and complained the US had ignored their warnings that the war would have devastating consequences for the entire region. One of the officials said that Gulf countries were frustrated and even angry that the US military has not defended them enough. He said there is a belief in the region that the operation has focused on defending Israel and American troops, while leaving Gulf countries to protect themselves and said that his country's stock of interceptors was "rapidly depleting." Like others in this story, the Gulf officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were discussing a confidential diplomatic matter.
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Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: US Central Command (CENTCOM), in a post on X said, " U.S. forces aren't holding back on the mission to sink the entire Iranian Navy. Today, an Iranian drone carrier, roughly the size of a WWII aircraft carrier, was struck and is now on fire."
U.S. forces aren't holding back on the mission to sink the entire Iranian Navy. Today, an Iranian drone carrier, roughly the size of a WWII aircraft carrier, was struck and is now on fire. pic.twitter.com/WyA4fniZck
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Kuwait army in a post on X said, "Kuwaiti Air Defenses are currently dealing with hostile missile and drone attacks that have breached the airspace of the State of Kuwait."
بيان رقم 15
الدفاعات الجوية الكويتية، تتعامل حالياً مع هجمات صاروخية وطائرات مسيرة معادية، اخترقت أجواء دولة الكويت.
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Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The United States has suspended operations at its embassy in Kuwait, said the State Department. "While there have been no reported injuries to US personnel, the safety of Americans abroad remains the highest priority of the US Department of State," it said in a statement.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Etihad in a post on X said, "Etihad will resume a limited commercial flight schedule from 6 March 2026, operating between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations. Guests with previous bookings will be accommodated as soon as possible on these flights. Tickets are also available for sale on http://etihad.com. Guests and members of the public should not travel to the airport unless they have been contacted directly by Etihad or hold a confirmed booking on one of these new flights."
Etihad to resume limited flight schedule from 6 March
Etihad will resume a limited commercial flight schedule from 6 March 2026, operating between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations.
Guests with previous bookings will be accommodated as soon as possible on these… pic.twitter.com/A5WFv6nAqx
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he should be involved in choosing Iran’s next supreme leader as the U.S. and Israel hammered the country for a sixth day. Iran kept up retaliatory attacks on Israel, American bases and countries around the region.U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that American firepower over Tehran was “about to surge dramatically.” The Israeli military said strikes have already destroyed most of Iran's air defenses and missile launchers.Trump ruled out Mojtaba Khamenei, a front-runner to replace his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the opening strikes of the war.
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Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The UAE Ministry of Defence said that the country’s air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them, while one ballistic missile fell inside the country. The ministry added that air defences also detected 131 drones, intercepting 125 of them, while six fell within the UAE territory. It stated that since the beginning of "the blatant Iranian aggression", 196 ballistic missiles were launched towards the UAE, with 181 destroyed, 13 falling into the sea and two landing within the country. A total of 1,072 Iranian drones have also been detected, of which 1,001 were intercepted, while 71 fell within the country. Eight cruise missiles were also detected and destroyed.
UAE air defences intercept 6 ballistic missiles, 125 drones
The Ministry of Defence announced today, March 5, 2026, that the UAE air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them, while one ballistic missile fell inside the country.… pic.twitter.com/UNbzkT3S1n
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Interior ministry, in a post on X said, " The Iranian aggression targeted a hotel and two residential buildings in the capital Manama, with no loss of life, while the Civil Defense managed to control a fire that broke out in an apartment in one of the buildings."
تصحيح .. وزارة الداخلية : العدوان الإيراني يستهدف فندق ومبنيين سكنيين في العاصمة المنامة ، دون وقوع خسائر في الأرواح ، فيما تمكن الدفاع المدني من السيطرة على حريق اندلع بشقة في أحد المبنيين. pic.twitter.com/7CQftpaR7P
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman condemned Iranian attacks on Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other countries in the region during a phone call on Thursday with UAE Defense Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum.
أجريت اتصالا هاتفيًا بأخي سمو الشيخ حمدان بن محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم ولي عهد دبي نائب رئيس مجلس الوزراء وزير الدفاع الإماراتي @HamdanMohammed .
أدنا العدوان الإيراني على المملكة ودولة الإمارات والدول الشقيقة، وأكدنا تضامننا الكامل ووضع كافة إمكاناتنا في كل ما يتخذ من إجراءات تجاهه.
The impact of the conflict on UK energy prices is starting to trickle through. We have seen a 3p rise in average petrol prices and 5p on diesel prices. This has come through unusually quickly and in anticipation of an impact from crude oil prices. If this continues it will add to inflationary pressures. Crude oil prices have continued to creep up, and are now about 15% higher than pre-conflict.
Gas prices have settled about 80% higher and will, if sustained, lead to chunky rises in bills - but not until July. Labour's promised cut to the energy prices cap next month will go ahead first. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has also emphasised the need for energy security, which he defines as carrying on investment in domestic renewables.
Saudi Arabian budget airline Flynas will operate limited exceptional flights between Saudi Arabia and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates starting on Friday, Saudi state television reported on Thursday.
Air France is extending the suspension of its flights to and from Dubai, Riyadh until March 6.
The General Staff of the Army in Kuwait has announced that the Kuwaiti air defenses are currently dealing with missile attacks and drones in the airspace of the State of Kuwait.
The armed forces highlighted that the sounds heard in scattered areas of the country are the result of the air defenses intercepting the missile attacks and drones.
(Khaleej Times)
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Following the recent attack, Zayed International Airport has advised passengers not to travel to the airport unless they have a confirmed booking and have received a direct notification from their airline to proceed. In a post on X, the airport said access would be restricted strictly to passengers holding confirmed bookings.
ننوّه جميع المسافرين بعدم التوجه إلى المطار إلا في حال وجود حجز مؤكد وتلقي إشعار مباشر من شركة الطيران بالحضور. سيتم تقييد الدخول إلى المطار ليقتصر على المسافرين الذين يحملون حجوزات مؤكدة فقط.
تبقى سلامة وراحة جميع المسافرين والعاملين على رأس أولوياتنا.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Hundreds of thousands of travellers are stranded across the Middle East as the escalating US-Israel conflict with Iran has triggered widespread flight cancellations and airspace closures. Major Gulf airports, key global transit hubs linking Europe, Africa and Asia, have been severely affected. Despite ongoing evacuation efforts, many tourists, business travellers, and migrant workers remain stuck, struggling to find alternative travel options. (AP)
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Bahrain’s Ministry of the Interior said that a facility located in the oil infrastructure area of Maameer was targeted in an attack. In a statement posted on X, the ministry said authorities are currently responding to the incident. Maameer houses the refinery operated by Bahrain Petroleum
Urgent Bahrain TV: one facility in Maameer was targeted, and the relevant authorities are handling the incident.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Embassy of India, Doha has announced that it will remain open on March 6 and 7 to provide consular services to Indian nationals. In a notice, the embassy said priority will be given to urgent services, particularly the renewal of passports on a tatkal basis.
Repeated explosions were heard near Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled all upcoming Class 10 board examinations for students in the Middle East region, while Class 12 examinations scheduled for March 7 have been postponed, according to a fresh circular issued by the board on March 5, 2026.
The decision, as per the latest notice, applies to CBSE-affiliated schools located in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
The circular, issued by Controller of Examinations Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, states that the decision was taken after a critical review of the prevailing situation in parts of the Middle East. The board has also indicated that further updates regarding Class 12 examinations scheduled later in March will be communicated after another review. Click Here
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Thursday that the country’s air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them while one missile landed inside the United Arab Emirates on 5 March 2026. The ministry also reported that 131 drones were detected with 125 successfully intercepted and six falling within the country’s territory.
UAE air defences intercept 6 ballistic missiles, 125 drones
The Ministry of Defence announced today, March 5, 2026, that the UAE air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them, while one ballistic missile fell inside the country.… pic.twitter.com/UNbzkT3S1n
Emirates on Thursday announced the opening of flight bookings to 75 destinations, including eight Indian cities, for travel on March 5 and 6, 2026. The airline is operating a limited number of flight services, following the closure of airspace in the Middle East, amid the ongoing war between Iran and Israel.
In a statement, the airline stated that the customers transiting in Dubai will only be accepted for travel if their connecting flight is operating. It also advised the passengers not to travel to the airport without holding a confirm ticket.
“These flights are open for booking and we are accommodating customers with earlier bookings as a priority. Customers transiting in Dubai will only be accepted for travel if their connecting flight is operating. Please do not go to the airport unless you hold a confirmed booking for these flights.
Emirates continues to monitor the situation, and we will develop our operational schedule accordingly. The latest flight updates will be published on our website,” it said. Read Here
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Singapore Airlines has cancelled its flights to and from Dubai until March 15. In an advisory issued on March 5, the airline said the decision was taken due to the fluid geopolitical situation in the Middle East, adding that other flights across its network could also face disruptions depending on how the situation evolves.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The UAE’s Ministry of Defence said that one missile and six drones fell within the country’s territory amid ongoing regional tensions. Earlier, Abu Dhabi’s media office reported that six people were injured after debris from drones, intercepted by air defence systems, fell in parts of Abu Dhabi. Authorities responded quickly to the incidents, with emergency teams attending to the injured and assessing the affected areas, Al Jazeera reported
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Lufthansa said on Thursday that it has extended the suspension of flights to and from Dubai and Abu Dhabi through Tuesday due to the ongoing security situation in the Middle East, while services to and from Tehran will remain suspended until May 1. The airline group added that flights to and from Larnaca, Tel Aviv, Beirut, Amman and Erbil are also halted until later dates in March as it continues to monitor the regional security situation in coordination with authorities. (Reuters)
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Swiss International Airlines said on Thursday it would extend the suspension of its flights to Dubai through March 10 due to the conflict in the Middle East, while fights to Tel Aviv have been canceled until March 22.
Swiss, a unit of Lufthansa, said it is expecting the arrival of a flight from Oman in Zurich this afternoon with 211 passengers on board. The airline said it was working to see how it could help stranded people return from the Middle East.
"As soon as the security situation allows it responsibly, we will resume our flights. At the same time, we are continuously assessing whether additional or alternative flight options may be possible," the airline said in a statement, according to the Reuters' report.
Escalating conflict in the Middle East has pointed up the aviation sector’s heavy dependence on Gulf hubs, particularly Dubai Airports, which operates the world’s busiest international airport in Dubai. Following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Gulf airspace closures, including disruptions affecting Dubai triggered widespread network interruptions across global airlines. Dubai, built into a major transit hub over four decades by Emirates, connects 110 countries with roughly 454,000 flights annually. The shutdown of major hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha has left authorities managing displaced passengers while attempting to restore connectivity and protect destination traffic, which accounts for about half of Dubai’s airport volumes. (Reuters)
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Six people were injured after debris from intercepted drones fell in parts of Abu Dhabi on Thursday. In a post on X, authorities confirmed that air defence systems had successfully intercepted the drones, but fragments landed in two locations in the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD II) district, Al Jazeera reported.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Etihad Rail has commenced passenger train services in Abu Dhabi to bring back UAE citizens from Saudi Arabia. The passenger train services are officially scheduled to launch later this year. However, the service has been introduced early as part of national readiness efforts amid the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
Etihad Rail exceptional passenger services
Etihad Rail is operating the special train services from Ghuweifat Station in Al Dhafrah Region to Al Faya Station in Abu Dhabi City. So far, three passenger train services have been operated on an exceptional basis to facilitate the return of UAE citizens.... Read Here
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Flights operated by Gulf Air remain temporarily suspended as the closure of airspace over Bahrain continues, the airline said in an X post update. The carrier added that services will resume only after the Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs (BCAA) confirms that the airspace has been safely reopened. Gulf Air stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and will provide its next operational update at 11:00 BHT on March 6.
Update: Gulf Air flights remain temporarily suspended as closure of Bahrain airspace continues. Services will resume once BCAA confirms safe reopening.
Next update: 11:00 BHT (08:00 UTC) on March 6.
For the latest flight info, visit https://t.co/Vjb5AqIn5i or the Gulf Air app.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Blasts were heard in Doha and Manama on Thursday. According to Al Jazeera reports, te explosions appeared to be occurring increasingly closer to central areas of the cities. Residents reported seeing activity in the sky near locations close to where the United States Embassy had been evacuated earlier.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The U.S. struck Iranian frigate Dena, a guest of India's navy carrying almost 130 sailors, in international waters without warning, Iran's foreign minister said on X on Thursday.
"The U.S. will bitterly regret the precedent it has set," Abbas Araqchi said.
A U.S. submarine strike hit the Iranian vessel off Sri Lanka's southern coast, thousands of miles from the Gulf.
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The U.S. has perpetrated an atrocity at sea, 2,000 miles away from Iran's shores.
Frigate Dena, a guest of India's Navy carrying almost 130 sailors, was struck in international waters without warning.
Mark my words: The U.S. will come to bitterly regret precedent it has set. pic.twitter.com/cxYiI9BLUk
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Louds bangs were heard in Qatari capital Doha and Bahrain's Manama on Thursday, according to news agency AFP.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The US Department of State in a post on X said, "The Trump Administration has no higher priority than the safety and security of Americans worldwide. Here is a summary of our Middle East security updates as of March 4, 9pm EST. Americans trying to get home from Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, or Qatar: complete this form to request that we contact you with info on U.S. government-facilitated departure options as they become available: http://mytravel.state.gov/s/crisis-intake. For the latest security and departure updates visit http://travel.state.gov/destination, and enroll to receive alerts directly at http://step.state.gov. Americans who need consular help can call the 24/7 State Department task force: +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) and +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada)."
The Trump Administration has no higher priority than the safety and security of Americans worldwide. Here is a summary of our Middle East security updates as of March 4, 9pm EST. Americans trying to get home from Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, or… pic.twitter.com/ZXTbH3NfB5
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Italy is planning to send air defence aid to Gulf countries in the face of Iranian air strikes, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday. "Like the United Kingdom, France and Germany, Italy intends to send assistance to Gulf countries, specifically in the field of defence and in particular air defence," Meloni told radio station RTL 102.5. "This is not only because they are friendly nations, but above all because tens of thousands of Italians live in the region and around 2,000 Italian troops are deployed there – people we want, and must, protect," she added.
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Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Dubai's famous Ain Dubai to remain closed on March 5, 6.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The US government released a statement saying, "The U.S. government is ready to help Americans leave the Middle East if you choose to take advantage of the options available. Please complete this crisis intake form so the Department of State can better assist you and provide you with timely updates: https://mytravel.state.gov/s/crisis-intake. If you have already completed the crisis intake form, please do not fill it out again. Commercial flights are currently not operating out of Kuwait. There are overland routes to Saudi Arabia where commercial options to depart the region are operating."
Kuwait: The U.S. government is ready to help Americans leave the Middle East if you choose to take advantage of the options available. Please complete this crisis intake form so the Department of State can better assist you and provide you with timely updates:… pic.twitter.com/DxLkNhhrXz
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Dubai's Global Village will be closed until March 6 as a precautionary safety measure. "Global Village will remain closed until Friday 6 March as a precautionary safety measure in line with official guidance," it said in a statement on X.
ستبقى القرية العالمية مغلقة حتى نهاية يوم الجمعة 6 مارس كإجراء احترازي وفقًا للتوجيهات الرسمية.
Global Village will remain closed until Friday 6 March as a precautionary safety measure in line with official guidance. pic.twitter.com/WYv1o0CzZh
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The US State Department released a statement saying that over 17,500 American citizens have safely returned to the United States from the Middle East since Feb 28. It said that on Tuesday (March 3), over 8,500 citizens returned to the US alone. "Since February 28, over 17,500 American citizens have safely returned to the United States from the Middle East – with over 8,500 U.S. American citizens returning to the U.S. yesterday alone. Many more Americans have left the Middle East to other countries in Europe and Asia, and others have safely departed the Middle East but are still in transit back to the United States. Through the State Department’s 24/7 Task Force, we have assisted nearly 6,500 Americans abroad, including offering security guidance and travel assistance," said Assistant Secretary Dylan Johnson.
Statement from Assistant Secretary Dylan Johnson on Ensuring the Safety of American Citizens in the Middle Easthttps://t.co/LnVRapLSqk
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Qatar Airways, in a post on X said, "Qatar Airways will start operating a limited number relief flights from 05 March to support passengers who are stranded due to the current situation across the region. The following services are planned:
• Flights from Muscat to: London Heathrow, Berlin, Copenhagen, Madrid, Rome, and Amsterdam
• Flight from Riyadh to Frankfurt."
Update: Qatar Airways flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Qatar Airways will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe reopening of Qatari airspace by the relevant authorities. A further update…
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs shared hotlines for assisting Filipinos in the Middle East.
In light of ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) encourages Filipinos to keep the following contact information for assistance.
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Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: US CENTCOM in a post on X said, "The effort to eliminate the Iranian regime's mobile missile launch capabilities continues. We are finding and destroying these threats with lethal precision."
The effort to eliminate the Iranian regime's mobile missile launch capabilities continues. We are finding and destroying these threats with lethal precision. pic.twitter.com/AkGRYOjnOz
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Kuwait Police arrested two people for sharing videos on social media mocking Kuwait Armed Forces and making attempts to "belittle the efforts of the air defense system." The ministry, in a post on X, said, "As part of the ongoing monitoring of content circulating on social media platforms, the competent authorities at the Ministry of Interior have apprehended two individuals after detecting their posting of video clips containing phrases and scenes that involve mockery and disparagement of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces, as well as attempts to belittle the efforts of the air defense system in fulfilling its national duty."
The police arrested another individual who posted "statements containing insults" and "unlawfully" used social media.
بيان (7) من وزارة الداخلية
في إطار المتابعة المستمرة لما يتم تداوله عبر منصات التواصل الاجتماعي، تمكنت الجهات المختصة بوزارة الداخلية من ضبط شخصين بعد رصد قيامهما بنشر مقاطع مصوّرة تتضمن عبارات ومشاهد تنطوي على استهزاء واستخفاف بالقوات المسلحة الكويتية، ومحاولة التقليل من جهود… pic.twitter.com/iq0X7QcyBK
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Canadian and Australian prime ministers on Thursday called for a de-escalation of the Iran war but added the Iranians must never gain a nuclear weapon. Canada's Mark Carney and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese discussed the war during their meeting in Australia's capital, Canberra. The meeting came after news that a US submarine sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean and Turkiye said NATO defences intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran before it entered Turkiye's airspace. "We want to see a broader de-escalation of these hostilities with a broader group of countries than just the direct belligerents involved," Carney said at a press conference with Albanese. "We stress that that cannot be achieved unless we're in a position that Iran's ability to acquire a nuclear weapon, develop a nuclear weapon, and to export terrorism, is ended. So that process must lead to those outcomes," Carney added. He said the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council, which were "showing tremendous restraint," should become involved in the de-escalation process.
Albanese said, "The world wants to see a de-escalation and wants to see Iran cease to spread the destinations of its attacks." "We're seeing Gulf states, that have not been involved, attacked across the board, including the attacks on civilian and tourist areas as well. But we also want to see the objectives achieved. I want to see the possibility of Iran getting a nuclear weapon removed once and for all," Albanese said. Questioned by a reporter, Carney could not rule out the Canadian military ever becoming involved in the conflict. "You've asked a fundamental hypothetical in a conflict that can spread very broadly," Carney said. "So one can never categorically rule out participation. We will stand by our allies when it makes sense," he added.
- AP
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: One flight aboard Americans left the Middle East, CNN reported citing State Department. The State Department said that “additional flights will be surged throughout the region.” “For operational security purposes, additional information about ongoing transportation operations will not be released at this time,” the department said in a media note Wednesday evening.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Kuwait Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah visited the families of people who lost their loved ones in the military operation and expressed solace to them. The Kuwait Army, in a post on X, said, "His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah visited the families of the martyrs of military operations to offer his condolences, expressing his deepest sympathies and sincere solace to them in their profound loss.During the visit, His Excellency affirmed that the sacrifices made by the martyrs in defense of the homeland embody the noblest meanings of redemption and loyalty, and that the sons of the armed forces perform their national duty with utmost honor and responsibility, placing the security and safety of the homeland above all else."
قام معالي #_ الشيخ عبدالله علي عبدالله السالم الصباح بزيارة إلى أهالي شهداء العمليات الحربية لتقديم واجب العزاء، معربًا عن خالص تعازيه وصادق مواساته لهم في مصابهم الجلل.
وأكد معاليه خلال الزيارة أن ما قدّمه الشهداء من تضحيات في سبيل الدفاع عن الوطن يجسّد أسمى معاني… pic.twitter.com/YmjScdu3ku
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Indian Embassy in Doha issued an advisory for Indian nationals in Qatar on Thursday (March 5), urging people to strictly follow the safety guidance issued by the Qatari authorities. The embassy urged people to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary movement. It further said that the flight operations from Hamad International Airport remain temporarily suspended due to closure of Qatari airspace. "In view of the current situation we have added another 24x7 helpline from today. Our helpline numbers are: 📞 +974 55647502; 📞 +974 55362508. The queries can also be raised with the Embassy on email address: [email protected]. Flight operations from Hamad International Airport remain temporarily suspended due to closure of Qatari airspace. Flights of Qatar Airways and others also remain suspended. Qatar Airways announced on March 4 that they will provide next update at 0900 hrs (Doha Time) on March 6, 2026. Passengers are advised to remain in close contact with their respective airlines for rescheduling of their travel," the embassy said in a post on X.
Important Advisory pic.twitter.com/yCu4oJFMSa
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Kuwait's interior ministry released a statement denying reports of an incident off Mubarak Al Kabeer Port, stating that it occurred outside the country's territorial waters, at least 60 km (37 miles) from the port. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said that a tanker at anchor off Kuwait reported witnessing an explosion on its port side. "There is oil in the water coming from a cargo tank which could have some environmental impact, the vessel has taken on water, there are no fires reported and the crew are safe," it said in an advisory note.
UKMTO WARNING INCIDENT 014-026
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وتؤكد الوزارة أن ما يتم تداوله غير صحيح، وأن الواقعة المشار إليها حدثت خارج المياه الإقليمية لدولة الكويت، وتبعد بما لا يقل عن (60) كيلومتراً عن ميناء مبارك… pic.twitter.com/CuKKqTT7WH
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Qatar is evacuating residents living in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy as a temporary precautionary measure, announced the Ministry of Interior. The ministry said that suitable accommodation is being provided to the people as a part of the necessary preventive measures.
In the framework of maintaining public safety, the Ministry of Interior announces that the relevant authorities are evacuating residents living in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy as a temporary precautionary measure.
Suitable accommodation has been provided for them as part of…
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Ministry of Defence announced that the United Arab Emirates intercepted three ballistic missiles and detected 129 drones, out of which 121 were intercepted while eight fell within the territory of the country.
UAE air defences intercept 3 ballistic missiles, 129 drones
The Ministry of Defence announced that UAE air defence systems successfully intercepted three ballistic missiles today, 4th March 2026, and detected 129 drones, of which 121 were intercepted while eight fell within the… pic.twitter.com/oPvFZqZagn
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Canadian government is working to repatriate citizens who are stranded in the Middle East by organizing seats on commercial flights, contracting charter flights and offering ground transportation options to neighboring countries, Canada's foreign affairs minister said on Wednesday.More than 2,000 Canadians have requested assistance from the Canadian government to leave the region since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, Foreign Minister Anita Anand said, with around half of those inquiries coming from Canadians in the United Arab Emirates, 237 from Qatar, 164 from Lebanon, 93 from Israel and 74 from Iran.
- Reuters
“We expect to have complete and total dominance over Iranian airspace in the coming hours, clearing the skies for our brave warriors to continue achieving these noble and long sought after objectives,” said White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt during a press briefing.
As a precaution, the UK has temporarily withdrawn some staff and their dependants from their Bahrain embassy. However, the British embassy in Bahrain remains operational.
(Reuters)
All terminals at Jebel Ali Port in the UAE are back in operation as per DP World. Operations resumed on March 2, 2026.
While most of Air India's Middle East operations remain suspended until 11.59 PM IST on March 5, 2026, after close monitoring, the airline has begun limited flights to Dubai and Jeddah, prioritising the stranded passengers.
Oman Air issued a travel advisory for all passengers taking a Muscat connection flight via the land border. All passengers are requested to arrive at the border crossing 12 hours prior to their departure, as the processing times may be extended due to the high volume of passengers.
Air France says it has extended suspension of flights to and from Dubai, Riyadh until March 6.
Saudia Airlines issued a statement saying, "Due to the evolving situation in the region and airspace closures, flights to and from Amman, Kuwait, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain, Moscow, and Peshawar have been cancelled. These cancellations are effective until 05 March at 23:59 GMT."
Etihad Airways, in an official statement, said all their scheduled commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi remain suspended until 06:00 UAE time on Friday 6 March.
In coordination with UAE authorities and subject to strict operational and safety approvals, a limited number of repositioning, cargo and repatriation flights are operating, the statement read.
"Guests should not travel to the airport unless they have a purchased or been issued a confirmed booking within the last 24 hours. Access to the airport will be restricted for those without confirmed travel documentation."
Five incoming and outgoing flights to and from West Asia were cancelled at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport here on Wednesday due to the conflict in the Gulf, officials said.
The affected routes included key cities like Doha, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi, with flights cancelled from midnight to 1:30 pm.
Among the cancelled arrivals were Qatar Airways flight QR050 from Doha, scheduled to land at 1.55 am, and Emirates flight EK570, scheduled to arrive at 7.40 am.
Three outbound flights were also cancelled. These were Air Arabia flight 3L0167 to Abu Dhabi, scheduled to depart at 12.20 am; Qatar Airways flight QR0541 to Doha, set to leave at 3.25 am; and Emirates flight EK571 to Dubai, scheduled for departure at 9.15 am.
According to Tehran's semi-official Tasnim news agency, 1,045 people have died as a result of the US-Israeli attacks on Iran.
All Emirates flights to and from Dubai are suspended until 23:59 UAE time on March 7 due to the airspace restrictions in the region, although a small number of flights are still operating for passengers with earlier bookings.
Transit passengers will only be allowed if their onward flight is confirmed, and travellers are advised to go to the airport only if Emirates has contacted them or they hold a confirmed ticket on an operating flight.
(Gulf News)
Airline company Air Arabia said only a limited number of flights are operating with approval from relevant authorities and subject to safety checks. Passengers on these flights will be informed directly, while others should not go to the airport unless contacted by the airline.
(Reuters)
A Sri Lankan navy spokesperson has said they have recovered bodies believed to be crew members during a rescue operation for an Iranian military vessel that issued a distress call near the island’s waters.
32 people were rescued and are receiving hospital treatment, while officials have not confirmed the number of fatalities.
(Al Jazeera)
According to the UAE's Defence Ministry, its defences have shot down 121 drones and three ballistic missiles, while 8 drones have landed inside the country.
(Al Jazeera)
Fujairah International Airport has partnered with SalamAir, an airline based in Oman, to run special charter flights to assist travelers in returning home. With a stop in Muscat, the flights will operate on March 4 and 5, 2026. Passengers can then go to five destinations: Istanbul, Karachi, Hyderabad, Lucknow, and Calicut.
Tickets can be purchased via authorized travel agencies or SalamAir's official website.
Fujairah International Airport stated that it is still keeping a careful eye on the situation and would adapt as needed to shifting travel demands.
(Gulf News)
Sources in Sri Lanka's navy and defense ministry told news agency Reuters on Wednesday that at least 101 people were missing and 78 were injured following a submarine attack on an Iranian ship off the country's coast.
(Reuters)
Akasa Air has announced the partial resumption of select flights to and from the Middle East after a safety review. On March 4, 2026, the airline will operate QP 585 from Abu Dhabi to Mumbai (ETD 16:00) to facilitate the safe return of affected passengers and crew.
"Following a comprehensive safety review and based on the current assessment of the situation, we are reinstating select flights to/from select destinations in the Middle East", the airline company posted on its official X handle.
The airline will also run limited flights between India and Jeddah on March 4–5, connecting Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Bengaluru. However, flights to Doha, Kuwait, and Riyadh remain suspended until March 5, 2026, and schedules may change depending on the evolving situation.
#travelupdate: March 04, 2026 I 14:00 IST
Following a comprehensive safety review and based on the current assessment of the situation, we are reinstating select flights to/from select destinations in the Middle East.
Akasa Air will operate a flight from Abu Dhabi on March 4,…
The US Mission in the UAE announced on Wednesday that the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai are closed and that services will not be available there until further notice.
"For Americans who do not have a valid U.S. passport, arrangements will be made to provide passport services once security conditions permit. All other in-person consular services are also unavailable, including visa services for foreign citizens. For foreign passports we are currently holding, we will arrange to make them available once security permits", it said on its official X account.
The U.S. government’s highest priority is the safety and welfare of U.S. citizens abroad, and we will continue to share information you need to make informed decisions about your safety.
At this time, we encourage Americans to consider departing the UAE if they believe they… pic.twitter.com/mtiqMi2RxH
French Foreign Minister JN Barrot verified that Iranian drones aimed at the United Arab Emirates had been 'taken out' by French Rafale fighter jets in Iran's attacks on Gulf nations in response to Israeli and American airstrikes.
"We have already responded to the request from our partners, particularly the United Arab Emirates, with military capabilities that we were able to provide them. All of this with a simple objective that is strictly defensive: to enable our partners to defend themselves against this aggression that they did not provoke," he said while speaking to France 2 TV.
(Reuters)
Several repatriation flights for French nationals in the Middle East are scheduled for Wednesday, according to France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot. He declined to specify the number of passengers on the flights.
Barrot told France 2 TV that "one will depart from the United Arab Emirates, another from Egypt... and one from Israel."
Currently, there are about 400,000 French citizens living in the area.
(Reuters)
A video released by Iraqi media shows the moment of an explosion close to Baghdad International Airport in the country's capital. Following the explosion, smoke was seen rising in the video.
US forces stationed there have reportedly been the target of attacks in recent days.
(Al Jazeera)
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The US and Israel's joint war in Iran has already upended travel across the Middle East, stranding tens of thousands of people. And the future is anything but certain.
Experts stress that flights scheduled in the coming days and weeks could continue to see disruptions - causing ripple effects globally, especially as the war widens with retaliatory strikes in the Gulf states. Beyond the Middle East, airports in the Gulf serve as critical hubs connecting travellers going to Europe, Africa and Asia.
Amid airspace closures across the region, many carriers have been forced to either cancel flights or shift to longer routes. That's straining operating costs and ticket prices, both of which could become more expensive if airlines have to pay more for fuel the longer the war drags on. In the near future, experts recommend postponing unnecessary travel if possible, checking refund or insurance policies and, most importantly, monitoring safety advisories.
- AP
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Etihad Rail, in a post on X, said, "As part of national readiness efforts, Etihad Rail, in cooperation with the Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre Abu Dhabi and the relevant authorities, operated three passenger train services on an exceptional basis to facilitate the return of UAE citizens and residents from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from Ghuweifat Station in Al Dhafrah Region to Al Faya Station in Abu Dhabi City. This initiative reflects the resilience and operational agility of the UAE’s national railway network and reinforces its strategic role in ensuring continuity of movement and serving the community under all circumstances by providing safe and reliable alternative transport solutions. Delivered with the unwavering support of our wise leadership, this effort demonstrates a flexible and responsive operating framework capable of swift action during emergencies. Such readiness is the result of long term strategic planning and sustained investment in integrated national infrastructure, translating a leadership vision that places people at the forefront of its priorities. We extend our sincere appreciation to all relevant authorities for their continued collaboration, and to the dedicated teams whose commitment ensured the successful execution of this mission."
As part of national readiness efforts, Etihad Rail, in cooperation with the Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre Abu Dhabi and the relevant authorities, operated three passenger train services on an exceptional basis to facilitate the return of UAE citizens and… pic.twitter.com/Ju883GqXZz
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: "We are ready to stop the war. We are ready for negotiations. But the negotiations should be with dignity, not dictating something against Iran. We are defending ourselves. We are looking for our right and nothing else..." says Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, representative of the late Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in an interview to ANI.
#watch | US-Israel vs Iran conflict | "We are ready to stop the war. We are ready for negotiations. But the negotiations should be with dignity, not dictating something against Iran. We are defending ourselves. We are looking for our right and nothing else..." says Dr Abdul Majid… pic.twitter.com/yhZiMuiGrh
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates:
Photos: The fire near the US Consulate in Dubai has been fully extinguished, with no injuries reported. Dubai authorities reaffirm their commitment to ensuring everyone's safety and security. pic.twitter.com/OPAOQRHEIG
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Abu Dhabi-based National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) on Tuesday warned residents against leaving their homes or stopping vehicles to film when a warning alert is issued. In a post on X, the authority said, “Alert for your safety — do not exit to film or record. Proceed immediately to a safe place and remain until the all-clear.”
Alert for your safety — do not exit to film or record. Proceed immediately to a safe place and remain until the all-clear. pic.twitter.com/5xlthfDKPX
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Mike Johnson, Speaker, US House of Representatives said, "Iran was rapidly expanding its ballistic missiles, posing an imminent threat to allies in the region."
VIDEO | Washington DC, USA: "Iran was rapidly expanding its ballistic missiles, posing an imminent threat to allies in the region," says Mike Johnson, Speaker, US House of Representatives.
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Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Once PV Sindhu’s flight landed in the United Arab Emirates, it was announced that the Dubai airspace would be shut indefinitely. The Dubai airport, being a major hub for airlines, suffered heavy attacks. “A few of my colleagues (doubles and some of the singles players) had taken off from Dubai just a few hours before I landed. So, they did transit in Dubai and reached Birmingham. So, it was a matter of a few hours. If I had gone earlier, I would have reached…” Sindhu told reporters on Tuesday.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: Flight Operations by Indian airlines to and from West Asian airports are slowly being resumed, primarily through special flights for stranded passengers. A staggered resumption of some scheduled flights is also underway, mainly to Oman and Saudi Arabia as their airspaces are largely open for civilian air traffic, unlike some other countries in the region.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: If one went to the United Arab Emirates in the early 2000s, the Indian community in the Gulf country struck one as a silent, invisible force. They were everywhere, but you had to look for them. At Indian eateries and grocery stores, working as boatmen or porters, as sales force at dozens of Carrefour stores, around the small Shiva temple complex in Bur Dubai’s old souk, or at community events. Twenty years hence, things have changed drastically.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: By 5.30 pm on Tuesday, residents of Tel Aviv in Israel had already received 12 bomb alerts on their phones since midnight. For a 34-year-old who moved to Israel from the coastal Dakshina Kannada district six years ago, the situation was reminiscent of the pandemic years, when movement was heavily restricted. “This is almost like the Covid years, except that we have to run to bunkers whenever we get a bomb alert,” the man who works as a caretaker at an old age home said, requesting anonymity.
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: SpiceJet in a post on X said, “Continuing our support efforts, 8 more special flights will operate from Fujairah to India.”
Continuing our support efforts, 8 more special flights will operate from Fujairah to India.🇮🇳 #flyspicejet #spicejet pic.twitter.com/xgZLov4vKS
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain Today News Live Updates: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that it had set up Special Control Room amid West Asia crisis. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared the update on his X handle stating, “A Special Control Room has been set up in the Ministry of External Affairs in view of the current situation in West Asia and the Gulf region.”
A Special Control Room has been set up in the Ministry of External Affairs in view of the current situation in West Asia and the Gulf region. Details are as below ⬇️
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