Turkish and French Foreign Ministers discuss regional tensions in phone call

Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone conversation with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Monday to discuss ongoing regional developments, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. The officials explored ways to reduce tensions in the region and reviewed potential measures......

U.S. Embassy in Beirut urges citizens to leave Lebanon amid escalating security risks

The U.S. Embassy in Beirut issued an urgent security alert on March 2, 2026, urging American citizens to leave Lebanon immediately while commercial flight options remain available. The embassy warned that the security situation in the country is volatile and unpredictable, with airstrikes reported across......

US strikes on Iran spark severe flight chaos across Middle East

Coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran have thrown global air travel into disarray, with key Middle Eastern hubs shutting down or operating under tight restrictions as regional airspace remains partly closed. The closures have disrupted one of the world’s main corridors linking Europe, Asia,......

Kuwait mistakenly shoots down three US fighter jets during regional escalation

Three United States fighter jets that crashed in Kuwait were accidentally shot down by Kuwaiti air defense systems amid a wave of regional attacks, according to the US Central Command. The announcement was made by United States Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees American military operations across......

Lebanon sets up emergency unit to assist citizens abroad amid regional crisis

Lebanon’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the creation of an emergency coordination unit to assist Lebanese nationals residing or traveling abroad as tensions escalate across several countries in the region. In an official statement, the ministry said it is closely monitoring developments......

Three US soldiers killed in Iran conflict, several others seriously injured

Three American soldiers have been killed and five others seriously injured during ongoing military operations linked to the conflict with Iran, according to the US Central Command (Centcom). The announcement marks the first confirmed American fatalities since the latest escalation in hostilities. Centcom......

Middle East crisis: Q&A session announced on Iran strikes and regional fallout

As tensions surge across the Middle East following large-scale strikes on Iran and the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a senior editor is set to address readers’ questions in a special live session. The discussion aims to clarify the rapidly evolving situation and its potential......

Middle East Airlines adjusts flights amid Gulf conflict

Middle East Airlines (MEA) announced on Monday, March 2, modifications to its flight schedule following cancellations and rescheduling caused by the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. All MEA flights scheduled for Monday to Gulf countries have been canceled due to retaliatory......

Hundreds of ships stranded near Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions

Shipping data shows that at least 150 tankers, including crude oil and liquefied natural gas vessels, have been forced to anchor in open waters near the Strait of Hormuz. Dozens more remain stationary on the opposite side of the strategic chokepoint. The maritime congestion follows recent airstrikes......

Oil tanker hit off Oman coast as drone strikes escalate regional tensions

A commercial oil tanker sailing under the Palau flag was struck off the coast of Oman on Sunday, leaving four crew members injured, according to the country’s maritime security authorities. The incident occurred shortly after drone strikes targeted the commercial port of Duqm, marking a significant......

Hundreds of flights to the Middle East canceled worldwide amid rising tensions

Airlines across the globe have canceled hundreds of flights to and from the Middle East following recent military escalations involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The widespread disruption comes as several countries in the region temporarily closed their airspace, forcing carriers to suspend......

IAEA to hold extraordinary meeting after strikes on Iran

The International Atomic Energy Agency will convene an extraordinary meeting on Monday following recent military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, the agency announced. According to diplomatic sources, the request for a special session was submitted by Russia, a close ally of Tehran.......

Kuwait suspends Taraweeh prayers over security concerns during Ramadan

Kuwait has announced the suspension of nightly Taraweeh prayers during the holy month of Ramadan due to security concerns linked to rising regional tensions. The decision, issued by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, applies to all mosques across the country and will remain in effect until further notice. Authorities......

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