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Russian-flagged oil tanker Anatoly Kolodkin, left, passes the Cuban vessel Vilma as it approaches Matanzas in Matanzas, Cuba. (AP Photo/ Representational)A Kuwaiti oil tanker was struck by an Iranian drone in Dubai waters but was quickly contained with no casualties or oil spill. The conflict continues to intensify, with the US and Israel launching fresh airstrikes on Tehran and Hezbollah targets in Beirut, while Israel signals plans to expand operations into southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, global energy markets are under severe strain as Iran maintains pressure on the Strait of Hormuz, pushing US gas prices above $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022 and triggering sharp fuel price hikes worldwide. US officials have urged allies to take greater responsibility in securing the vital waterway, even as uncertainty remains over potential deployment of ground troops.
West Asia Crisis · Updated Mar 31, 2026 LIVE
Iran–US-Israel War: Complete Conflict Tracker
Conflict Background
Iran–US-Israel War Erupts: February 28, 2026
A major military conflict erupted in West Asia on February 28, 2026, as Iran launched sustained drone and ballistic missile strikes across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. The conflict pits Iran against a US-Israel coalition, with strikes targeting energy infrastructure, military installations, desalination plants, and industrial facilities across the region.
Feb 28
War start date, 2026
5+
GCC nations under attack
10
Confirmed energy sites struck
Energy Infrastructure — Struck in Opening Phase
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South Pars Gas Field — Iran
World's largest natural gas field, shared with Qatar. Struck by Israeli air strikes.
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Ras Laffan Industrial City — Qatar
World's largest LNG processing facility. Iranian missiles caused fires and significant damage, halting Qatar LNG production.
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Mina Al-Ahmadi & Mina Abdullah Refineries — Kuwait
Two major Kuwaiti oil refineries struck by drone attacks, causing fires.
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Habshan Gas Facility & Bab Oilfield — UAE
Key UAE energy infrastructure targeted in combined drone and missile attacks.
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Samref Refinery, Yanbu — Saudi Arabia
Drone attack on refinery facility in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port city.
Source: Al Jazeera
2,381
UAE total projectiles intercepted since Feb 28
580
Bahrain: 398 UAVs + 182 ballistic missiles
633
Kuwait: 629 UAVs + 4 missiles intercepted
Escalation Timeline
Mar 26, 2026
IRGC Navy Commander Tangsiri eliminated. Israel's Defence Minister announced the IDF killed IRGC Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri along with senior naval command officials in a "precise and lethal operation."
Mar 29, 2026 — Sunday
UAE air defences engage 16 ballistic missiles + 42 UAVs from Iran. Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles targeting Eastern Province. Houthis target Israel with missiles — Bab el-Mandeb threatened.
Mar 30, 2026 — Morning
Indian worker killed in Iran attack on Kuwait desalination plant. Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity confirmed attack damaged a service building. Indian Embassy coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities.
Mar 30, 2026 — Afternoon
Iranian drones strike Emirates Global Aluminum Al Taweelah plant — "significant damage." Aluminium Bahrain (world's largest single-site smelter) also struck — damage being assessed. (Reuters)
Mar 30, 2026 — Evening
UAE intercepts 27 UAVs + 11 ballistic missiles. Kuwait Army intercepts 13 UAVs on Monday. Bahrain condemns attacks; urges UNSC action.
Mar 30, 2026 — Night
Iran confirms IRGC Navy Commander Tangsiri dead. He sustained severe injuries before dying, confirmed by Iranian media citing Reuters. Israel had claimed the kill on March 26.
The Bottleneck
Iran Effectively Closes the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz, through which approximately one-fifth of global oil supply passes, has been effectively closed by Iran since February 28, 2026. The waterway also handles large volumes of LNG tanker traffic — its closure is the primary driver of the record global energy price surge.
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Global oil supply transits Strait of Hormuz
4.66M
Saudi bpd rerouted via Bab el-Mandeb (Kpler)
+59%
Brent crude monthly surge — all-time record
Trump's Position — WSJ Report
US May End Campaign Without Full Strait Reopening
The Wall Street Journal reported Trump told aides he is willing to end the military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, leaving reopening for a later date. Trump separately warned the US would "obliterate" Iran's energy plants if Tehran did not reopen the waterway. On Mar 30, Trump claimed Iran allowed approximately 20 oil tankers through as a goodwill gesture.
Saudi Arabia Reroutes Via Bab el-Mandeb
Alternative Route Now Under Houthi Threat
Saudi Arabia rerouted crude exports to its Red Sea port of Yanbu — volumes reaching 4.658 million bpd, sharply up from an average of 770,000 bpd in January–February. However, Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi forces targeted Israel with missiles on Saturday, raising fresh concerns about this alternative chokepoint. Qatar's LNG halt has pushed Australia to become the world's second-largest LNG supplier.
"Even in the event of de-escalation, restoring damaged infrastructure will take time, keeping supply tight."
— Sugandha Sachdeva, Founder, SS WealthStreet, New Delhi
"Crude is likely to continue being whiplashed and directionless."
— Vandana Hari, Founder, Vanda Insights
Country-wise Response
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UAE — Condemned at Arab League
Called attacks "illegal and unjustified." Invoked UNSC Resolution 2817. Described Kuwait attack as "terrorist act" and violation of international law.
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Qatar — Condemned Iran Attacks on Kuwait
Called strikes "unjustified" and a violation of sovereignty. Qatar's own Ras Laffan LNG facility has been severely damaged.
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Bahrain — Urged UNSC Action
Condemned attacks as threat to regional security. Urged the UN Security Council to take action. Reaffirmed solidarity with Kuwait.
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Australia — Troops Deployed, Fuel Tax Halved
Deployed 85 ADF troops + E-7A Wedgetail to UAE. PM Albanese called for de-escalation and halved Australia's fuel excise tax for 3 months citing war-driven price pressure.
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Saudi Arabia — Rerouting Crude
Redirected crude exports through Bab el-Mandeb to Yanbu port. Intercepting ballistic missiles daily — 8 on Mar 31 alone (5 targeting Riyadh).
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Aviation — Disruptions Mounting
Air Canada suspended all Dubai flights until September 7. Air India and IndiGo continue operating 36 combined flights to/from West Asia on March 31.
"Our operations are aimed at enemy aggressors. High time to eject US forces."
— Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister, Mar 31, 2026
"I want to see more certainty in what the objectives of the war are, and I want to see a de-escalation."
— Anthony Albanese, Australian Prime Minister, Mar 30, 2026
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Saudi ballistic missiles intercepted on Mar 31
24
Al-Salmi tanker crew — all confirmed safe
4
Injured in Dubai Al Badaa from missile debris
Mar 31, 2026 — Live Events
05:03 AM IST
Iranian drone strikes Al-Salmi oil tanker in Dubai waters, 57km NW of Dubai. Vessel registered to Kuwait Petroleum Corp — capacity 2 million barrels. Fire erupts on board. (Indian Express Reports)
05:20 AM IST
Saudi Arabia intercepts 4 ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh.
05:31 AM IST
Kuwait army confirms air defences confronting hostile missile and drone attacks. Loud explosions heard across Kuwait — result of interception operations.
05:55 AM IST
Saudi Arabia intercepts 4 more ballistic missiles — 3 targeting Riyadh, 1 towards Eastern Province. Mar 31 total reaches 8 missiles intercepted.
10:51 AM IST
Al Jazeera: 8 Saudi ballistic missiles intercepted. 4 injured in Dubai's Al Badaa area from debris of interceptions. Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain confirm overnight attacks.
11:32 AM IST — LATEST
Al-Salmi tanker fire fully contained. Dubai authorities confirm no oil leakage, no injuries. All 24 crew safe. Iran FM Araghchi urges Saudi Arabia to "eject US forces."
Sources: Al Jazeera · Reuters · UAE Ministry of Defence · Dubai Media Office · Kuwait Ministry of Electricity · Khaleej Times · Gulf News · Indian Express Reports · Wall Street Journal · Data as of March 31, 2026, 11:32 AM IST
UAE condemns attacks on Kuwait: The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned Iran’s attack on a Kuwait military camp, calling it a terrorist act and a violation of international law amid rising Gulf tensions. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that “this aggression constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability, and further represents a dangerous escalation that threatens the security of GCC states and the wider region.”
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West Asia War Impact · Mar 31, 2026
Global & India Fuel Price Tracker
Brent Crude (May)
$111.56
▼ 1.08% intraday
WTI Crude (May)
$101.90
▼ 0.95% intraday
Brent Monthly
+59%
All-time record
LPG Hike
+₹60
Per cyl. (domestic)
| City | Price (₹/L) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹94.77 | — 0.00 |
| Kolkata | ₹105.45 | ▲ +0.04 |
| Mumbai | ₹103.54 | — 0.00 |
| Chennai | ₹100.80 | ▼ -0.13 |
| Gurgaon | ₹95.44 | ▼ -0.21 |
| Noida | ₹94.88 | ▼ -0.24 |
| Bangalore | ₹102.92 | ▼ -0.04 |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹101.35 | ▲ +0.16 |
| Chandigarh | ₹94.30 | — 0.00 |
| Hyderabad | ₹107.46 | — 0.00 |
| Jaipur | ₹104.85 | ▼ -0.36 |
| Lucknow | ₹94.73 | ▲ +0.04 |
| Patna | ₹105.23 | ▼ -0.36 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹107.49 | ▲ +0.01 |
Prices in ₹ per litre · Updated Mar 31, 2026
| City | Price (₹/L) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹87.67 | — 0.00 |
| Kolkata | ₹92.02 | — 0.00 |
| Mumbai | ₹90.03 | — 0.00 |
| Chennai | ₹92.39 | ▼ -0.09 |
| Gurgaon | ₹87.90 | ▼ -0.20 |
| Noida | ₹87.98 | ▼ -0.31 |
| Bangalore | ₹90.99 | — 0.00 |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹92.92 | ▲ +0.15 |
| Chandigarh | ₹82.45 | — 0.00 |
| Hyderabad | ₹95.70 | — 0.00 |
| Jaipur | ₹90.33 | ▼ -0.32 |
| Lucknow | ₹87.86 | ▲ +0.05 |
| Patna | ₹91.49 | ▼ -0.33 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹96.48 | — 0.00 |
Prices in ₹ per litre · Updated Mar 31, 2026
| City | Domestic 14.2kg | Hike | Commercial 19kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹913.00 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,884.50 |
| Kolkata | ₹939.00 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,988.50 |
| Mumbai | ₹912.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,836.00 |
| Chennai | ₹928.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹2,043.50 |
| Gurgaon | ₹921.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,901.50 |
| Noida | ₹910.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,884.50 |
| Bangalore | ₹915.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,958.00 |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹939.00 | ▲ +60 | ₹2,029.00 |
| Chandigarh | ₹922.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,904.50 |
| Hyderabad | ₹965.00 | ▲ +60 | ₹2,105.50 |
| Jaipur | ₹916.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,913.00 |
| Lucknow | ₹950.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹2,007.00 |
| Patna | ₹1,002.50 | ▲ +60 | ₹2,133.50 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹922.00 | ▲ +60 | ₹1,912.00 |
All cities: Domestic ▲ +₹60 · Commercial ▲ +₹144 · Updated Mar 31, 2026
| City | Price (₹/kg) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi / NCR | ₹77.09 | — 0.00 |
| Mumbai | ₹80.50 | — 0.00 |
| Chennai | ₹91.50 | — 0.00 |
| Bangalore | ₹88.95 | — 0.00 |
| Hyderabad | ₹97.00 | — 0.00 |
| Bharatpur | ₹93.35 | — 0.00 |
| Dewas | ₹96.00 | — 0.00 |
| Firozabad | ₹93.35 | — 0.00 |
| Mathura | ₹91.50 | — 0.00 |
| Meerut | ₹86.05 | — 0.00 |
| Rewari | ₹81.70 | — 0.00 |
| Sonipat | ₹86.60 | — 0.00 |
Prices in ₹ per kg · No change recorded Mar 31, 2026
Sources: Good Returns · oilprices.com · Reuters · Data as of March 31, 2026 · Fuel prices subject to daily revision based on international crude benchmarks
UAE air defences engage 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAVs: The UAE air defences engaged 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAV’s launched from Iran on Sunday (Mar 29). Since the beginning of the Iranian attacks, the air defences engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs. The attacks killed two members of the armed forces, a Moroccan civilian contracted by the Armed Forces and eight individuals of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Palestinian and Indian nationalities. “A total of 178 people were also injured, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate and severe. The injured included nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Jordan, Palestine, Ghana, Indonesia, Sweden and Tunisia,” the ministry wrote in a post on X.
Live Updates
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Putin, UAE president express concern over Middle East crisis, urge end to hostilities
Russian President Vladimir Putin and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call expressing serious concern over the escalating military and political situation in the Middle East, and stressed the urgent need to end hostilities as soon as possible.
Trump's go-to moves to influence markets are increasingly falling flat as Iran war drags on
As the Iran war intensifies, President Donald Trump has prioritised efforts to calm the financial markets - trying to keep oil prices from exploding upward, stocks from cratering and interest rates from surging.
When the markets have flashed danger, Trump has been quick with a social media post or a remark to claim the war he launched last month could soon end. He's publicly declared that the markets are doing better than he expected, even with the S&P 500 stock index declining over the past five weeks and the global oil benchmark up roughly 60 per cent.
"I thought oil prices were going to go up higher than they are now," Trump said at a Friday investor summit. "And I thought that we would see a bigger drop in stock. It hasn't been that bad." With the Iran war, the White House has largely refrained from messaging more aggressively to voters about the economic consequences - choosing instead to try to contain any damage in the financial markets, which have swung wildly on the prospects of ceasefire or escalation in what has become a high-stakes guessing game about Trump's next moves. — AP
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: US strikes nuclear site, oil tanker near Dubai attacked
The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified, with fresh strikes hitting Iran’s Isfahan, home to a nuclear facility, while Iran retaliated by attacking a Kuwaiti oil tanker near Dubai. The war, ongoing for over a month, has killed more than 3,000 people and destabilised the region. Tensions have severely impacted global energy markets. Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on energy infrastructure have driven oil prices up over 45%, pushing U.S. gasoline prices above $4 per gallon.
The US and Israel launched new strikes on Iranian targets, including Tehran, amid concerns over Iran’s enriched uranium stockpiles. Meanwhile, Iran has expanded its retaliation across the Gulf, with drone and missile attacks reported in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Israel.
The conflict has also spread to Lebanon, where fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has killed peacekeepers and displaced over a million people. Despite rising casualties and global economic impact, diplomatic resolution remains uncertain as threats of further escalation continue, the Associated Press reported.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Fire on Al Salmi oil tanker extinguished
Kuwait's KPC says crew extinguished fire on Al Salmi oil tanker hit by Iranian attack at Dubai airport. — Reuters
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Inflation increases to 2.5% in Europe as Iran war boosts energy prices
Europe's inflation rate rose to 2.5% in March, according to official figures released Tuesday, as the Iran war sent fuel prices sharply higher.The annual rate for the 21 countries using the euro currency compared to 1.9% for February before the war started and blocked supplies of oil and gas from the Persian Gulf.Energy prices increased 4.9% percent in March compared to a 3.1% decline in February, Eurostat figures showed. — AP
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: US strikes a city home to an Iranian nuclear site while Tehran hits oil tanker off Dubai coast
U.S. strikes hit a city Tuesday that is home to one of Iran’s main nuclear sites, sending a massive fireball into the sky, and Tehran attacked a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker in the Persian Gulf.The attacks were testament to the intensity of the war more than a month after the U.S. and Israel launched their first strikes. The conflict has left more than 3,000 dead and caused major disruptions to the world’s supply of oil and natural gas. — AP
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: 'US, Israel don't want normalisation between Iran and its neighbours'
Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday said the United States of America and Israel do not want normalisation between Iran and its neighbours. — Reuters
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Explosions heard in Dubai, govt says sound is from successful interceptions
The Dubai Media Office said authorities said explosions heard across the city were the result of successful air defence interception operations. Please rely on official sources for updates.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Masoud Pezeshkian hails 'Muslim people of Iraq' for support to Iran
Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian says: "The Muslim people of Iraq stood bravely alongside Iran in this unjust war; a stance not imposed by geography, but forged by the unity of history, identity, and religious values. I warmly shake the hands of the sons of the Iraqi people, the officials, and the mujahideen in the land of the two rivers. We value your steadfastness and take pride in our shared covenant."
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsشعب العراق المسلم وقف بشجاعة إلى جانب إيران في هذه الحرب الظالمة؛ وقفةٌ لم تفرضها الجغرافيا، بل صاغتها وحدة التاريخ والهوية والقيم الدينية.
— Masoud Pezeshkian (@drpezeshkian) March 31, 2026
أصافح بحرارة أيدي أبناء الشعب العراقي والمسؤولين والمجاهدين في أرض الرافدين. نثمن صمودكم ونعتز بعهدنـا المشترك.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: UAE continues intercepting UAVS, explosions heard are of drones being hit by air defences
The UAE Ministry of Defense says its air defence systems are actively engaging with missiles and UAV threats. The MOD has asserted that the sounds heard across the country are the result of ongoing interceptions.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsتتعامل حالياً الدفاعات الجوية الإماراتية مع اعتداءات صاروخية وطائرات مسيرة قادمة من ايران وتؤكد وزارة الدفاع أن الاصوات المسموعة في مناطق متفرقة من الدولة هي نتيجة تعامل منظومات الدفاعات الجوية الإماراتية للصواريخ الباليستية، والجوالة والطائرات المسيرة.
— وزارة الدفاع |MOD UAE (@modgovae) March 31, 2026
UAE Air Defences system… pic.twitter.com/hDtes8Fvpj
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Al Salmi oil tanker fire fully contained, no oil spill or injury
Dubai authorities have confirmed that response teams have successfully contained the incident involving the Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters, with no oil leakage and no injuries reported.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: 4 injured during missile interceptions in Dubai
Al Jazeera reports at least eight ballistic missiles were intercepted by Saudi Arabia and around six residences were damaged due the falling debris. Four persons in Dubai’s Al Badaa area suffered injuries.
Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain, said confirmed overnight attacks on them. They said they have intercepted missiles and drones.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Australian govt faces flak from Opposition for sending troops to UAE
Australian senator David Shoebridge has slammed the Anthony Albanese government for sending troops to UAE. "Albanese Government has breached its own rules for deploying Australian Defence Force personnel to conflict zones when it sent forces to the UAE earlier this month," he said.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsAnd this was the response we got back from the Albanese Government, which did not respond to any of our questions👇 pic.twitter.com/tfD4SIOy1u
— David Shoebridge (@DavidShoebridge) March 30, 2026
As per Al Jazeera, Australia sent 85 ADF troops and an E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft to the UAE. The Albanese government's deployment came amid tensions in the Middle East. Australia sent advanced air-to-air missiles to help UAE defend and protect airspace and ensure the safety of Australians in the region.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Oil prices likely to record monthly surge
Oil prices were on track Tuesday to log a record monthly surge, while Asian equities headed for their sharpest drop since 2022, reported news agency Reuters. This brings a volatile month marked by the Middle East conflict fuelling concerns over inflation and economic slowdown to an end.
Oil remained elevated. Brent crude climbed about 2% to $114.98 per barrel, taking its monthly gain to roughly 59% — the largest on record. US crude rose 1.8% to $104.73 a barrel, putting it on course for a near 56% rise this month, its biggest jump in almost six years.
Global bond markets were set for their steepest fall in months as expectations around interest rates shifted in a more hawkish direction. At the same time, the US dollar posted its strongest monthly advance in eight months.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Kuwaiti oil tanker fire doused, say Dubai authorities
The Dubai Media Office has said that response teams have doused the fire involving a Kuwaiti oil tanker. "Relevant teams continue to assess the situation and take the necessary measures, and updates will be shared as they become available," the Dubai Media Office said.
An Iranian strike hit the vessel, Al-Salmi oil tanker, 57 kilometres northwest of Dubai. The ship was registered to Kuwait Petroleum Corporation.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Dubai firefighters still battling blaze on board Kuwaiti oil tanker
The Dubai Media Office has provided another update on the fire on board the Al Salmi.
“Authorities in Dubai continue to respond to the fire affecting a Kuwaiti oil tanker. Further updates will be shared as they become available,” it said.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Saudi Arabia intercepts 8 ballistic missiles in past hour
Saudi claim of destroying four ballistic missiles launched towards the country’s capital, Riyadh.
The kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has issued two more statements, just minutes after that initial announcement, saying four more ballistic missiles were destroyed.
Three of them were launched towards Riyadh, while one was launched towards the Eastern Province, it said.
With inputs from Aljazeera.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Crew of attacked Kuwaiti oil tanker safe
All 24 crew members of the Kuwaiti oil tanker attacked in Dubai waters are safe, according to the Dubai Media Office's post on X.
Authorities in Dubai continue firefighting operations in response to the incident involving a Kuwaiti oil tanker. No injuries have been reported, and the safety of all 24 crew members has been secured.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 30, 2026
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Kuwait’s air defences are currently confronting 'hostile missile and drone attacks'
Kuwait's army says its air defences are currently dealing with "hostile missile and drone attacks", and has warned citizens to follow security instructions after explosion sounds were heard, likely due to air defence systems intercepting attacks, according to a post on X.
تتصدى حالياً الدفاعات الجوية الكويتية لهجمات صاروخية وطائرات مسيرة معادية.
— KUWAIT ARMY - الجيش الكويتي (@KuwaitArmyGHQ) March 30, 2026
تنوه رئاسة الأركان العامة للجيش أن أصوات الانفجارات إن سمعت فهي نتيجة اعتراض منظومات الدفاع الجوي للهجمات المعادية.
يرجى من الجميع التقيد بتعليمات الأمن والسلامة الصادرة عن الجهات المختصة.… pic.twitter.com/Cgb54SDcGx
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Saudi Arabia says it intercepted four ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh
Saudi Arabia’s Defence Ministry has announced that it intercepted and destroyed four more ballistic missiles heading towards the country.
In a statement posted on X, the ministry said the missiles were launched towards the area of the Saudi capital, Riyadh.
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Drone attack sparks fire on Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters
Maritime firefighting teams are working to bring a fire under control on a Kuwaiti oil tanker, Al Salmi, which was hit by a drone in Dubai waters. No injuries have been reported, and the incident is being investigated. The tanker was carrying a full load of oil, raising concerns about potential environmental damage.
Authorities in Dubai confirm their response to an incident involving a drone affecting a Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters (Anchorage “E”), with no injuries reported. Maritime firefighting teams are currently working to bring the fire under control and manage the incident in…
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 30, 2026
Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Iran’s Araghchi tells Saudi Arabia: ‘Time to eject US forces’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says his country respects Saudi Arabia and considers it a brotherly nation, emphasising that regional operations are directed solely at “enemy aggressors”.
“Our operations are aimed at enemy aggressors who have no respect for Arabs or Iranians, nor can provide any security. Just look at what we did to their aerial command,” he added.
“High time to eject US forces.”
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Air India flight schedule for March 31
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Air India and Air India Express will operate a total of 36 flights to and from West Asia region on March 31.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js#importantupdate
— Air India (@airindia) March 30, 2026
Air India and Air India Express will together operate 36 scheduled and non-scheduled flights, to and from the West Asia region on 31 March 2026.
Read more: https://t.co/MBgi1eDcEr
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Indigo flight schedule for March 31
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Indigo flight schedule for Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Travel Advisory
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) March 30, 2026
During these challenging times, IndiGo remains focused on ensuring customers reach their intended destinations. The below flights are scheduled to operate tomorrow across Middle East as part of this effort.
We encourage you to check your flight status… pic.twitter.com/4eEkFPhS7E
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: UAE urges Arab Nations to take firm action
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: During the Arab League Council meeting, UAE Minister of State Khalifa bin Shaheen Al Marar called Iran's continued attacks on Arab countries "illegal" and "unjustified." He described the strikes as a direct threat to regional and international peace.
The minister urged Arab nations to take a firm stance and hold Iran accountable. He also called for the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817.
(Khaleej Times)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Kuwaiti Army intercepted 13 UAVs on Monday
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The Kuwaiti Army said its air defences intercepted 13 UAVs launched by Iran on Monday, March 30.
Since the start of the conflict on February 28, Kuwaiti air defence systems have intercepted a total of 629 UAVs, 2 cruise missiles and 2 ballistic missiles.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsبيان رقم (46)
— KUWAIT ARMY - الجيش الكويتي (@KuwaitArmyGHQ) March 30, 2026
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رصدت القوات المسلحة وتعاملت خلال الـ ( 24 ) ساعة الماضية مع عدد (13) طائرةً مسيّرةً معادية داخل المجال الجوي الكويتي، وقد نتج عن ذلك استهداف مبنى خدمي في إحدى محطات القوى الكهربائية وتقطير… pic.twitter.com/lVon2WEAUW
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Air Canada operations suspended until Sep 7
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Air Canada flights has cancelled all its operations to Dubai until September 7
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Shell warns Australia against gas exporters windfall taxation
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Australia is reportedly considering new taxed and changes to existing gas regulations. Oil company Shell has warned against introducing a windfall tax on gas reporters.
Shell said that tHe move could deter investment and weaken energy security as LNG prices rise. Following the halt in Qatar's LNG production, Australia has become the world's second-largest LNG supplier.
Shell Australia chair Cecile Wake said that stable policy settings risk being sidelined by temporary measures or populist rhetoric.
(Reuters)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iranian drones targeted aluminium plants
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iranian drones struck Aluminum manufacturing sites, raising fears of a global aluminum shortage. Following the attack, Aluminium Bahrain, world's largest single-site smelter said it is still assessing the damage.
Emirates Global Aluminum had reported 'significant damage' to its Al Taweelah plant after it was targeted by Iranian drones.
(Reuters)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: UAE intercepted 27 Iranian drones and 20 missiles on Monday
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The UAE Ministry of Defence said its air defences intercepted 27 UAVs and 11 ballistic missiles launched by Iran on Monday, March 30.
Since the start of the conflict on February 28, UAE air defence systems have intercepted a total of 1941 UAVs, 15 cruise missiles and 425 ballistic missiles.
الدفاعات الجوية الإماراتية تتعامل مع الصواريخ الباليستية والجوالة والمسيرات الإيرانية.
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UAE Air Defences engaged Iranian
Ballistic and Cruise Missiles and UAVs Attacks#_ #__#mod#uaeministryofdefence pic.twitter.com/mAacmWpYjI
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Bahrain condemns Iranian attack
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Bahrain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the country condemned Iran's attack. It stated that the attack threaten regional security and stability. The ministry urged the UN Security Council to take action to stop the Iranian attacks targeting the countries in the region. Bahrain also reaffirmed its solidarity with Kuwait.
Bahrain condemns Iranian attacks on Kuwaithttps://t.co/1BlOLR5BMm pic.twitter.com/xLD2JyLeRE
— وزارة الخارجية 🇧🇭 (@bahdiplomatic) March 29, 2026
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Gold futures saw 0.8 rise in April delivery
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Spot gold prices rose 0.8 percent to $4,529.58 per ounce at 09:13 GMT. US gold futures also gained 0.8 percent, reaching $4,558.30 for April delivery.
(Reuters)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Brent crude nears record monthly rise
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Following Israel's attack on Yemen's Houthis, oil prices increased on Monday. Brent crude futures rose 2.2 percent to $114.99 per barrel at 11:16 GMT. US oil (WTI) gained 1.7 percent to reach $101.36. As per a Reuters report, Brent crude is heading for a record monthly rise.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Bahrain intercepts 398 Iranian drones since start of war
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The Bahrain Ministry of Defence said its air defence have intercepted 182 ballistic missiles and 398 drones launched by Iran since the war began on February 28, 2026.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsتُعلن القيادة العامة لقوة دفاع البحرين أن منظومات الدفاع الجوي بقوة دفاع البحرين بفضلٍ من الله، ثم بيقظة رجالها مستمرة في مواجهة موجات تتابعية من الاعتداءات الإيرانية الإرهابية الآثمة، استهدفت مملكة البحرين.https://t.co/M3H8ioAUjH pic.twitter.com/QGTjOoCTYX
— قوة دفاع البحرين (@BDF_Bahrain) March 30, 2026
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iranian spokesperson Baghaei's warning on the treatment of citizens
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, said, "Tehran expects the UAE to treat its citizens with "foresight" and will protect rights of citizens everywhere."
(Reuters)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Qatar condemns Iran attacks on Kuwait, calls strikes ‘unjustified’
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Qatar condemns Iran attacks on Kuwait, calling them unjustified and a violation of sovereignty amid rising tensions in the Gulf region.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Heavy firing on Afghanistan-Pakistan border amid US-Iran talks push
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Afghanistan and Pakistan exchanged heavy fire on Sunday (Mar 29), said both sides, days after the countries announced a temporary ceasefire, heightening tensions in the region.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iran confirms death of Revolutionary Guards Navy Commander Tangsiri
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iran, on Monday, confirmed the death of Revolutionary Guards Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri after he sustained severe injuries, news agency Reuters reported citing Iranian media.
This comes after Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz, on March 26 said, "In a precise and lethal operation, the IDF eliminated the commander of the IRGC Navy, Tangsiri, along with senior naval command officials."
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Australia cuts fuel tax amid global conflict pressures
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a three-month halving of the fuel tax, citing global conflict as a key factor driving up domestic fuel prices and cost-of-living pressures. "We're halving the fuel tax for three months to save you money when you fill up," he wrote, adding, "Conflict overseas is pushing up prices at home. And we know Australians are feeling the pressure."
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsWe're halving the fuel tax for three months to save you money when you fill up.
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) March 30, 2026
Conflict overseas is pushing up prices at home. And we know Australians are feeling the pressure.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Australian PM calls for certainty from Trump on objectives of Iran war
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged clearer objectives of the ongoing war in West Asia from US President Donald Trump and called for de-escalation.
“I want to see more certainty in what the objectives of the war are, and I want to see a de-escalation,” said Albanese.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Kuwait destroys drone and 4 UAVs
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The Official Spokesman for the National Guard, Brigadier General Dr. Jadaan Fadel, said that the Duty Force successfully intercepted and destroyed one drone and four UAV aircraft within sites under the Guard's protection, according to the Gulf News.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Kuwait National Guard says it intercepted five drones
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Kuwait National Guard says it intercepted five drones in areas under its protection.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Indian embassy in Kuwait expresses condolences after worker killed in attack
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The Embassy of India in Kuwait expressed condolences over the death of an Indian national in a desalination facility attack and is working closely with Kuwaiti authorities to provide assistance. "Embassy of India in Kuwait expresses its deepest condolences at the tragic demise of an Indian national due to an attack on a desalination facility in Kuwait yesterday. The Embassy is closely coordinating with the Kuwaiti authorities to render all possible support and assistance," it said in a post on X.
Embassy of India in Kuwait expresses its deepest condolences at the tragic demise of an Indian national due to an attack on a desalination facility in Kuwait yesterday. The Embassy is closely coordinating with the Kuwaiti authorities to render all possible support and assistance.
— India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) March 30, 2026
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Loud bangs heard in Dubai
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Authorities confirmed that the loud explosions being heard in Dubai were due to air defence interception operations. "Authorities in Dubai confirm that the sounds heard across parts of the city were the result of successful air defence interception operations. Please rely on official sources for updates," Dubai Media Office said in a post on X.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Dubai Police warns against photographing security and critical infrastructure
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Dubai Police issued a warning against photographing or sharing images of security and critical infrastructure, urging residents and visitors to follow safety guidelines.
It may seem like just a photo…
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) March 30, 2026
But to some, it’s information.
Do not photograph or share security or critical sites.
Protecting them is a national responsibility that helps keep our community safe and secure. pic.twitter.com/EXd1dMYLup
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: 'Iran gave us 20 boats of oil,' says Trump
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: US President Donald Trump, onboard Air Force One, claimed that Iran was allowing around 20 oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a “sign of respect” or goodwill gesture.
#watch | US President Donald J Trump says, "... I can't define it exactly, but they (Iran) gave us, I think as a sign of respect, 20 boats of oil, big, big boats of oil going through the Hormuz Strait. That's taking place starting tomorrow morning, over the next couple of… pic.twitter.com/ZAD0T9Ao4U
— ANI (@ANI) March 30, 2026
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Indian worker killed in Iran attack on Kuwait desalination plant
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Iranian attack, targeting Kuwait's power and water desalination plant, killed an Indian worker, said Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity and Water early on Monday, in a post on X. The attack also damaged a service building at the facility. “A service building at a power and water desalination plant was attacked as part of the Iranian aggression against the State of Kuwait, resulting in the death of an Indian worker and significant material damage to the building,” Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity said in a statement on Monday.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: UAE strongly condemns attacks on Kuwait
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned Iran’s attack on a Kuwait military camp, calling it a terrorist act and a violation of international law. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that "this aggression constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability, and further represents a dangerous escalation that threatens the security of GCC states and the wider region."
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Saudi intercepts 5 ballistic missiles
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: Saudi Arabia detected and intercepted five ballistic missiles heading towards the Eastern Region, the Ministry of Defence said on Monday.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: UAE air defences intercept, destroy 16 ballistic missiles
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Iran War Today News Updates: The UAE air defences engaged 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAV's launched from Iran on Sunday (Mar 29). Since the beginning of the Iranian attacks, the air defences engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs.
UAE air defences engaged 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAV's.
— وزارة الدفاع |MOD UAE (@modgovae) March 29, 2026
The UAE air defences on 29th March 2026 engaged 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAV's launched from Iran.
Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise… pic.twitter.com/jToJ1CwKyT
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