National News

UNSC fails to adopt resolution calling on Iran to refrain from obstructing navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Apr 08, 2026

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 8: The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has failed to adopt a draft resolution demanding that the Islamic Republic of Iran immediately cease all attacks against commercial vessels and refrain from any attempts to obstruct freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, while at the same time authorising states to coordinate their defencive efforts to ensure the safety and security of ships, including escorting them when necessary.

UAE deeply regrets UNSC's failure to endorse clear international cooperation framework in ending Iran's illegal attacks, threats to global economy

Apr 08, 2026

ADB launches new trust fund to accelerate progress on ASEAN power grid

Apr 08, 2026

Kuwait strongly condemns storming, sabotage against its consulate in Basra

Apr 08, 2026

More News

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire with Iran, subject to Strait of Hormuz opening

Apr 08, 2026

Washington [US], April 8: U.S. President Donald Trump, just hours ahead of his deadline, said on Tuesday he has agreed to suspend the bombing of Iran for two weeks while...

Israeli army kills WHO staff in Gaza

Apr 07, 2026

Gaza border [Israel], April 7: A member of staff from the World Health Organization (WHO) has been killed in Gaza and several others injured when the Israeli army fired on...

Leading Iranian military figures killed as US deadline looms

Apr 07, 2026

Tehran [Iran], April 7: Iran's powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that the head of its intelligence department, Major General Majid Khademi, was killed on Monday as Iran attacked...