Travel News

Holidays in Dubai just got cheaper as 30 per cent alcohol tax scrapped

The move is expected to further the appeal of Dubai to tourists drawn by its more liberal lifestyle, compared to other Gulf cities.

04/01/2023

Europe News

Four charged in connection with Qatar corruption scandal at Brussels

European Parliament Vice President Eva Kaili was arrested by police on Friday amid an anti-corruption operation.

09/12/2022

Qatar 365

Qatar’s equine world: From Arabian purebreds to champion steeds

In partnership with Media City

Qatar365 explores the important role horses play in Qatari culture.

04/05/2022

World News

France's Macron meets Saudi crown prince in final Gulf stop

Emmanuel Macron is among the first Western leaders to meet with Mohammed bin Salman since the 2018 killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

04/12/2021

World News

Iran fires missiles at mock-up of US aircraft carrier

The exercises, dubbed "Prophet Mohammed 14th", in the Gulf waters come at a time of high tension between Tehran and Washington.

29/07/2020

World News

British and Iranian forces trade blame over ship seizures

Two-way radio exchanges have emerged between British and Iranian forces over the seizure of ship.

21/07/2019

United Kingdom

Watch: UK to seek new maritime protection mission in Strait of Hormuz

The capture of a British-flagged vessel by Iran on Friday has escalated tensions between Iran and the UK.

19/07/2019

USA

U.S. warns airliners flying in Persian Gulf amid Iran tensions

Concerns about a possible conflict have flared since the White House ordered warships and bombers to the region to counter an alleged, unexplained threat from Iran.

18/05/2019