Middle East

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

Lebanon

Israel deploys additional troops to Lebanon amid Hezbollah attacks

The death of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei triggered waves of rocket and drone attacks on Israel by Hezbollah, prompting Israel to respond with airstrikes against the militant group.

03/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE and Qatar to cover hotel and meal costs for those stranded

Hotels are being asked to extend stays until airport operations resume and tourists are able to leave.

03/03/2026

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Building collapses in southern Lebanon after Israeli strike targets Hezbollah-linked institution

A building collapses and smoke billows into the air as Israel targets offices of Al-Qard Al-Hassan, a Hezbollah-linked financial institution.

03/03/2026

Travel News

European tourists share what it’s like being stuck in the Middle East

Dubai has long been marketed as a safe, stable oasis in a troubled region, so the situation has left tourists and residents shaken.

02/03/2026

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Tel Aviv residents assess damage after Iranian missile strike kills one

Residents in Tel Aviv surveyed damage after an Iranian missile strike killed one woman, as sirens and further alerts sent people back to shelters.

02/03/2026

Cyprus

UK says it is not at war after Iranian drone strikes Cyprus RAF base

Akrotiri is the UK's main air base for operations in the Middle East and in recent years has been used for missions against the so-called IS group in Syria and Iraq and to strike Houthi targets in Yemen.

02/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE starts exceptional flights for stranded passengers

The first flights from the UAE took off just before 3 pm local time on Monday 2 March.

02/03/2026

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At least 31 killed as Israel launches strikes on Beirut after Hezbollah rocket fire

Israeli strikes hit Beirut and other parts of Lebanon after Hezbollah fired rockets and drones toward Israel, with Lebanon’s Health Ministry reporting at least 31 deaths.

02/03/2026

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Missile fire from Iran wounds five in Jerusalem

Five people were wounded in Jerusalem after missiles fired from Iran struck the area, as cross-border attacks continued for a third day.

02/03/2026

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Residents flee Beirut suburbs after Israeli strikes on Hezbollah

Residents fled Beirut’s southern suburbs after Israeli strikes targeted Hezbollah positions, as tensions linked to the Iran conflict spread to Lebanon.

02/03/2026