Middle East

United Arab Emirates

Iranian drone attack suspends flights at Dubai International airport

A drone attack near the main terminals of Dubai International Airport temporarily suspended operations on Saturday morning just after Iran announced that it would no longer target neighbouring countries and apologising for the past attacks.

07/03/2026

Qatar

How air raid sirens and alerts shape daily lives across Middle East

Residents across the Gulf region now live in the harrowing reality of thunderous explosions overhead. As the Iran war shows no sign of slowing down, the authorities are helping educate people on what to do and how to handle this new reality.

07/03/2026

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Lebanon: Israeli strikes on Hezbollah stronghold displace thousands in Beirut

Israeli strikes on Beirut’s suburbs have forced a mass exodus, with more than 95,000 people displaced after evacuation warnings for the crowded southern suburbs.

06/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE intercepts over 1,000 drones since start of Iran war

Euronews correspondent Jane Witherspoon reports after another night of massive aerial attacks at the United Arab Emirates, as explosions from interceptions were heard every 20 seconds on Friday morning.

06/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

Over 1,000 drones intercepted over UAE so far as Euronews correspondent reports from the region

Euronews correspondent Jane Witherspoon in Dubai reports intense overnight attacks over Abu Dhabi, with air defence intercept explosions heard roughly every 20 seconds. The UAE says it has intercepted more than 1,000 drones, 196 ballistic missiles and eight cruise missiles since Saturday.

06/03/2026

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Israel: Rocket interception debris sparks fire near Tel Aviv

Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv on Thursday after Iranian missiles were fired towards central Israel. No injuries were reported, though debris from intercepted rockets started a fire in a residential area.

06/03/2026

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New Israeli airstrikes rock Beirut suburb as civilians flee feared escalation

Lebanon faces Israeli airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs after a rare evacuation order. Thousands flee Dahiyeh as traffic blocks roads across the capital.

06/03/2026

Qatar

Explosions heard above Doha as Euronews journalists report air defence intercepts

Euronews journalists in Doha report multiple explosions in the sky above the Qatari capital as air defences intercepted incoming projectiles. Videos show smoke in the air after the intercepts. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

05/03/2026

Cyprus

Spain, Italy and Netherlands join European naval deployment to Cyprus

Multiple European countries have announced further deployment of naval assets to the eastern Mediterranean after a drone attack on a UK base in Cyprus. HMS Dragon is expected next week.

05/03/2026

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Aftermath following overnight Israeli strikes on south Beirut

Crews cleared rubble in Beirut’s southern suburbs after overnight Israeli strikes, Lebanese state media reported.

05/03/2026

Earth News

‘Flying above chaos’: Uber-rich flee Dubai on polluting private jets

Private jets are up to 14 times more polluting than commercial planes – and are now being used to escape escalating conflict in the Middle East.

05/03/2026

Travel News

Qatar Airways to operate relief flights from Muscat and Riyadh

While Qatar’s airspace remains closed, the airline is set to begin operations in nearby cities to help those who are stranded due to the US-Israel and Iran conflict.

05/03/2026

Culture news

The Museum of Innocence: Netflix memories of love, a city and objects

How Orhan Pamuk's television adaptation of 1970s Istanbul for Netflix is taking over Turkey with its portrayal of love, memories and objects.

05/03/2026

Qatar

QatarEnergy declares force majeure as attacks halt gas production

As Doha intercepts further attacks from Tehran, authorities have also arrested 10 individuals suspected of being sleeper cells linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard.

04/03/2026

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New airstrikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs after Israeli warning

Lebanon sees fresh Israeli airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs, with buildings hit in Haret Hreik after evacuation warnings.

04/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE brigadier shows Euronews intercepted Iranian missiles

UAE Defence Ministry spokesman Brigadier Abdul Nasser Al Humaidi tells Euronews air defences destroyed hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones in recent days, while showing debris of intercepted weapons during a government briefing in Abu Dhabi.

04/03/2026

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Lebanon counts dead and wounded as Israeli airstrikes batter Beirut

Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut and southern Lebanon on 3 March 2026 as the conflict with Hezbollah and Iran widened, leaving dozens dead, many injured, and shelters overwhelmed.

04/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

Video shows fire near US consulate in Dubai after drone attack

Smoke and flames were seen near the US consulate in Dubai on March 3 after a drone attack in the area. Local authorities said the fire was brought under control. Police set up a security perimeter as residents reported hearing a loud explosion.

04/03/2026

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Israeli strike hits Beirut hotel as Israel-Hezbollah clashes escalate

Israeli strikes hit a Beirut hotel and areas southeast of the city, killing several people as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire amid a widening regional conflict.

04/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE urges US, Israel and Iran to return to the negotiating table

In a press conference, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy condemned what she called "blatant Iranian attacks" on her country and other Gulf states.

04/03/2026

Qatar

'Iran's attack will not go unanswered,' Qatar's foreign ministry says

Qatar's Foreign Ministry said Iran's attacks have crossed "every red line" and condemned the strikes which targeted civilian areas and facilities.

03/03/2026

Qatar

Euronews correspondent reports from Doha as regional conflict continues into day four

Euronews correspondent Aadel Haleem in Doha reports on the latest developments as the conflict intensifies across the Middle East. Missiles were intercepted over the Qatari capital overnight, while airspace remains closed and shelter-in-place measures continue.

03/03/2026

Cyprus

Greece, France and Germany send forces to Cyprus after drone strikes

Both Greece and France have agreed to send frigates to Cyprus after a UK air base was targeted by Iranian-made drones on Monday. France will also send additional land-based, anti-drone and anti-missile systems to the country.

03/03/2026

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Israelis celebrate Purim in bomb shelter amid missile alerts

Hundreds gathered in an underground parking shelter in Tel Aviv to celebrate Purim, as public events were restricted and missile alerts continued.

03/03/2026

Saudi Arabia

Images show damage at US Embassy in Riyadh after drone strike

Footage shows damage to the US Embassy compound in Riyadh a day after a drone strike caused a small fire and minor structural damage, according to Saudi authorities. The embassy said it would remain closed following the incident.

03/03/2026

Travel News

GCC countries waive visa fines for stranded travellers

In Qatar, visit visas have automatically been extended by one month, while the UAE has said affected tourists will not have to pay any fines when they leave the country.

03/03/2026