Author: Sabir Safarov

12:44

Maritime matters

Iran and Oman prepare Hormuz route as Gulf states seek unrestricted passage

The Strait of Hormuz is moving into a more complicated stage of the U.S.-Iran war. Tehran says it will establish a new restricted maritime zone around the waterway, while Iran and Oman are preparing to formalise a separate shipping route intended to restore at least part of commercial traffic.

14:50

View from Dubai

Why Iran is targeting Kuwait as Gulf conflict intensifies

Missiles and drones targeting Kuwait are turning the northern Gulf into a new frontline in the U.S.-Iran conflict, with Kuwaiti forces reporting repeated interceptions of Iranian attacks, including strikes aimed at sites linked to the U.S. military.

12:23

U.S.-Iran conflict

War over Gulf airspace: How missiles and drones are redrawing the region's aviation map

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran is being fought not only on the ground and at sea, but increasingly in the skies above the Gulf where a missile launch or intercepted drone can force an aircraft thousands of metres above the region to change course.

13:00

U.S.-Iran conflict

Gulf countries face new security scenarios amid U.S.-Iran conflict

The U.S.-Iran conflict continues to knock on the door of the Gulf region. Following overnight U.S. air strikes against Iranian military targets, Iran has retaliated by shooting missiles and armed drones toward areas hosting American forces across neighbouring nations.