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Foreign ministers from Gulf states are planning to meet with their Iranian counterpart in Salalah, Oman, on Monday. The meeting's objective is to exert pressure on Oman and Iran to reach a temporary agreement concerning shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUS Military Destroys Two Iranian Boats After Attempt to Seize Navy Drone (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
A Pentagon Inspector General report estimates Iranian attacks caused $184 million in damage to U.S. diplomatic facilities in Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The report also details U.S. war costs and casualties.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asPentagon Watchdog Says Iran War Exposed 'Strategic' US Munitions Shortfalls (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Leaders of the SNP, Plaid Cymru, and Sinn Féin met in Cardiff to sign a memorandum of understanding calling for self-determination and independence referendums. The meeting followed US President Donald Trump's public support for Irish unity.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asTrump Puts Irish Unification 'On the Table,' Northern Ireland Leader Says (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Satellite data has detected a large fire and thermal anomalies near Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline. Unconfirmed reports suggest Houthi forces may be responsible, though Saudi authorities have not confirmed the incident.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asSaudi Arabia shuts East-West Pipeline after multiple attacks (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Jordan's armed forces stated that 18 out of 20 ballistic missiles launched from Iran were intercepted and destroyed by air defence systems. Two missiles landed in unpopulated areas without causing casualties. Iran's IRGC claimed to have targeted a US military base in Jordan.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asMultiple US aircraft damaged in Iranian strike on Jordan air base: CBS (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Several merchant vessels were targeted by gunfire in the northern Gulf and Gulf of Oman during military activity. The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported the incidents but could not confirm casualties or environmental damage. Iran has claimed responsibility for attacking some vessels.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asSeveral merchant vessels hit by disabling fire in Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Jordan's armed forces stated that 18 out of 20 ballistic missiles launched from Iran were intercepted and destroyed by air defence systems. Two missiles landed in unpopulated areas without causing casualties. Iran's IRGC claimed to have targeted a US military base in Jordan.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asJordan Intercepts 18 of 20 Iranian Ballistic Missiles (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Explosions were reported near Iran's Kharg Island and the port city of Jask. A US official confirmed strikes on Iranian oil tankers, while Iran's military warned of retaliation if its vessels are attacked. Oil prices rose following the news.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asIRGC Threatens Tankers Near Kuwait, Bahrain in Retaliation for US Strikes (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
President Donald Trump stated the war in Iran will conclude immediately after the US midterm elections in November. He accused Iran of prolonging the conflict to influence the election outcome and suggested the country seeks nuclear weapons.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asIRGC Threatens Tankers Near Kuwait, Bahrain in Retaliation for US Strikes (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has claimed Iran is behind recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, stating the rebels act as proxies for Tehran. The conflict is occurring amid broader regional tensions and uncertainty in oil exports.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asRubio Blames Iran for Houthi Attacks as US Targets Iranian Airlines With Sanctions (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
US Navy SEALs completed a four-month covert operation to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz, employing divers, drones, and robotic boats. The mission aimed to secure a critical global oil route, though questions remain about the complete removal of all threats.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUS Conducted Covert Four-Month Mission to Clear Mines From Strait of Hormuz: FT (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced on Tuesday they seized a U.S. unmanned submarine drone in the Strait of Hormuz. The Guards described the drone as highly advanced and equipped with the latest technology. The incident occurs amid the ongoing Middle East war and existing blockades.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUS Conducted Covert Four-Month Mission to Clear Mines From Strait of Hormuz: FT (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
US Vice President JD Vance stated the conflict with Iran is not a war and that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is nearly back to normal. President Trump is reportedly considering declaring victory.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUS forces redirect 92 commercial vessels amid Iran maritime blockade (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
The US has extended its military deployment in the Middle East until 2027, with 50,000 troops and 19 warships remaining in the region. President Donald Trump is privately discussing declaring an end to the war with Iran, despite the Pentagon preparing for prolonged conflict.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asHegseth Extends US Military Deployments in Middle East Into 2027: WSJ (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Kuwait's air defences intercepted missile and drone attacks overnight on 2-3 September 2026, with the Kuwaiti army attributing the strikes to Iranian aggression. Explosions heard were from interception operations, and authorities urged citizens to follow safety instructions. Outlets diverged on framing the incident, with right-rated reports emphasising Iranian responsibility.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asFire at Kuwait Residential Complex Contained After Drone Attack (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump and senior officials are considering a plan for limited strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. Developed by US Central Command, the plan aims to stop Iran from rebuilding military capabilities to attack ships.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUS strikes two Iranian tankers as CENTCOM responds to wedding casualty reports (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump and senior officials are considering a plan for limited strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. Developed by US Central Command, the plan aims to stop Iran from rebuilding military capabilities to attack ships.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asTrump Weighs Limited Strikes on Iran to Protect Strait of Hormuz: Axios (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Iran launched attacks targeting Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, prompting condemnation from the Arab Parliament. The United States struck Iran's Larak Island, with Iran subsequently announcing retaliatory strikes against sites housing US forces in Jordan and the UAE.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asKuwait condemns Criminal Iranian attacks on Jordan and UAE (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump posted on social media that Iran's Kharg Island was being 'blown to smithereens'. This followed a US strike on Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claimed to have launched ballistic missiles at US bases in Jordan, which Jordanian air defences intercepted.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUAE denies missile attack on Al Minhad Air Base (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
Iran's army claimed to have attacked the Al Minhad Air Base in the United Arab Emirates with drones. The strike targeted areas where US forces and helicopters were stationed, according to Iran, which stated it was in response to US strikes on Larak Island. Oil prices rose following the incident.
arabtimesonline.com reported it asUAE Air Force responds to drone approaching from Iran over territorial waters (opens arabtimesonline.com in a new tab)
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- 4 August 2026
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