Middle East Sports: PV Sindhu withdraws, ATP cancelled, Formula One and football friendlies under threat: US-Israel war on Iran hits Middle East sports travel

Sports world on edge: Iran-US-Israel crisis disrupts ATP, Olympics travel and more The escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are now spilling far beyond politics and aviation, sending shockwaves through the global sporting calendar amid Iran-US-Israel war. From cancelled tennis tournaments and stranded athletes to high-profile withdrawals from major competitions, the crisis is increasingly […]

‘Such a scary time’: How stranded passengers in Dubai used cabs, cash and detours to flee Iran crisis

Commercial airlines have suspended most regional services across the Middle East after joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Tehran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering a sharp escalation in tensions and widespread airspace closures that have crippled travel through key Gulf hubs.Iran retaliated with waves of missiles, sending projectiles and interceptors over major Gulf […]

Nearly 10m Indians in danger: How a wider Gulf conflict will hit close to home | India News

Nearly 10 million Indians living across West Asia could face heightened risk as tensions escalate following the US-Israel military operation against Iran and Tehran’s retaliation.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday described the situation in West Asia as a “matter of grave concern” and reiterated that India supports dialogue and diplomacy to resolve disputes. The ministry […]

Middle East tensions surge: Saudi Arabia summons Iran envoy in escalating Gulf crisis amid US-Israel attacks

Saudi Arabia Summons Iran Ambassador Over Regional Attacks, Escalating Iran-US-Israel Tensions Saudi Arabia has formally summoned Iran’s ambassador, Alireza Enayati, in Riyadh over a series of Iranian attacks on its territory and neighbouring Gulf states, marking a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions tied to the ongoing US–Israel war on Iran and its spill-over effects across […]

Saudi Arabia arrests 19,077 residency, border and labour law violators in one week | World News

Saudi Arabia arrested 19,077 residency, border and labour law violators between February 19–25/Representative Image A week-long nationwide enforcement drive has led to the arrest of 19,077 illegal residents across Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday. The coordinated inspections were conducted between February 19 and 25 by security forces working alongside relevant government […]

Shakira returns after 19 years to perform live at Pyramids of Giza and fans are losing it

Ancient Wonders, Modern Queen: Shakira’s Live Concert Comeback to the Pyramids of Giza Is Pure Icon Energy The global music scene is abuzz as Colombian superstar Shakira prepares to return to Egypt’s iconic Pyramids of Giza for a one-night spectacular concert on April 7, 2026, nearly two decades after her last performance at the UNESCO-listed […]

Watch viral video: Clever pigeon hacks water sensor to drink Zamzam in Mecca

SubhanAllah Moment? Smart Pigeon Triggers Zamzam Cooler on Its Own (Representative Image) A delightful and unexpected video from Mecca has captured global attention after showing a smart pigeon placing its body on a water cooler sensor to dispense Zamzam water, the sacred water sourced from the historic well within the Grand Mosque and then calmly […]

Saudi Arabia: King Salman orders disbursement of SAR3 billion in Ramadan aid for households | World News

King Salman ordered over SAR3 billion in Ramadan aid for social security households/Image: SPA As Ramadan gathers pace, Saudi Arabia has announced the disbursement of more than SAR3 billion to social security beneficiaries, following a royal directive aimed at easing financial pressures during the holy month. Royal directive backed by Crown Prince The Custodian of […]

Saudi Arabia Founding Day 2026: KSA Cabinet reviews celebration, rejects Israeli land laws

Saudi Cabinet Rejects Israeli Land Policies Amidst Founding Day 2026 Preparations In a high-profile session chaired by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Saudi Cabinet gathered in Riyadh recently to review preparations for the Kingdom’s upcoming Founding Day and to address pressing regional developments, including a renewed rejection of controversial Israeli land policies in […]

Kuwait road rage crackdown: 45 reckless drivers arrested, 19 teens referred in nationwide safety campaign

Kuwait Traffic Crackdown: 45 Reckless Drivers Arrested, 19 Juveniles Referred In an assertive bid to curb reckless driving and youth-related offenses, Kuwaiti authorities have wrapped up a major nationwide security and traffic safety campaign that resulted in 45 reckless drivers arrested and 19 juveniles referred to legal authorities over recent days. The Ministry of Interior […]