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May 10, 2026

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May

What we know about US ‘14-point’ plan to end Gulf conflict

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The reported “14-point” U.S. proposal to Iran is a draft framework aimed at ending the current Gulf conflict and reopening negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program and regional tensions, as per Axios report. The full text has not been publicly released. However, multiple reports say Washington and Tehran are reportedly discussing a short memorandum of understanding […]

06
May

US–Iran conflict: Donald Trump threatens heavier bombing if deal fails

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US President Donald Trump posted on social media that the war could soon end, alluding to a single-page memorandum that is currently under Iranian review. The memorandum’s provisions include a moratorium on Iranian uranium enrichment, a lifting of US sanctions and the distribution of frozen Iranian funds and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz […]

06
May

Why Donald Trump halted a risky mission

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US President Donald Trump has abruptly paused “Project Freedom” — a newly launched American operation aimed at helping commercial ships stranded by Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz — after rising fears the mission could spiral into a wider military confrontation with Tehran. The operation, announced only days earlier, had been presented by Trump as a “humanitarian […]

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May

FIFA World Cup prize pool nears $900m

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FIFA has increased payments to teams competing in the 2026 World Cup, raising the total distribution to $871 million, making it the most lucrative edition on record. But the increased financial distributions, announced last Wednesday at the 36th FIFA Council meeting in Vancouver, Canada, come as the governing body faces criticism over ticket pricing and its […]

05
May

The Best, Worst and Most Oops Moments of the 2026 Met Gala

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The celebrities have all walked up the steps at the 2026 Met Gala, and left us with much to discuss. As they do every year, some of the biggest names in film, fashion and music attended the exclusive Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala, and interpreted the dress code in unique and unforgettable ways. This year, […]

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May

Saudi Arabia backs UAE after Iranian attacks

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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during which he condemned the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure in the UAE, noting that they constitute a […]

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May

What UAE residents need to know on May 5

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Tensions across the Gulf continue to escalate, with heightened military activity, travel advisories, and precautionary measures affecting daily life in the UAE. As air defence systems remain active and schools, airlines and authorities respond to evolving security conditions, residents are being urged to stay informed, follow official updates, and remain prepared for possible disruptions. Here are […]

05
May

World leaders condemn Iran missile attacks on UAE amid Hormuz tensions

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Iran launched its first attack on the UAE since a fragile ceasefire in early April, firing 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles and four drones at the country on Monday, May 4. UAE air defences intercepted all incoming threats, though a fire in Fujairah left three people injured. The escalation comes amid rising Gulf tensions, […]

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