Published: 01 Mar 2026 - 08:19 am | Last Updated: 02 Mar 2026 - 12:13 am
Dubai: Fresh blasts were heard across the Gulf cities of Dubai, Doha and Manama on Sunday afternoon, as Iran pressed on with its retaliatory campaign for a second day
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11:55pm Doha Time
Qatar Interior Ministry bans use of drones until further notice
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior announced a ban on the use, operation, or launching of drones of all types and sizes across the country until further notice. RED MORE
10:41pm Doha Time
UAE suspends capital markets trading until further notice
In a statement carried by the Emirates News Agency, the Securities and Commodities Authority said trading would be suspended across the country's exchanges, including the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market. READMORE
10:11pm Doha Time
UAE closes embassy in Tehran, recalls ambassador, all diplomats from Iran
The United Arab Emirates announced Sunday in a statement the closure of its embassy in Tehran, and the withdrawal of its ambassador and all members of its diplomatic mission from Iran, according to a Xinhua report.
10:07pm Doha Time
Amir receives phone call from South Sudan's President
The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received a phone call from the President of the Republic of South Sudan, HE Salva Kiir Mayardit. READ MORE
9:54pm Doha Time
QCB announces remote work policy across all financial institutions in Qatar
The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced that, in light of the current regional developments, it had decided to implement a remote work policy across all financial institutions operating in the State of Qatar on Monday, 2 March 2026. READ MORE
9:39pm Doha Time
Labour Ministry recommends private sector to continue remote work on Monday
Qatar’s Ministry of Labour and Ministry of Commerce and Industry recommended private sector establishments to continue implementing remote work arrangements on Monday, March 2, 2026, where the nature of work allows, according to a joint notice issued on Sunday. READ MORE
9:35pm Doha Time
Qatar extends remote work for government employees to Monday
Qatar’s Civil Service and Government Development Bureau announced the extension of remote work for employees across ministries, government entities and public institutions to Monday, March 2, 2026. READ MORE
9:33pm Doha Time
MoCI advises public to shop according to actual need, reaffirms goods’ availability
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) confirmed the continued availability of goods and products across various retail outlets in the State of Qatar, ensuring that consumer needs are met sufficiently and regularly. READ MORE
9:27pm Doha Time
Amir receives phone call from Chairman of Libyan Presidential Council
The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, received Sunday a telephone call today from the Chairman of the Presidential Council of the State of Libya, HE Dr. Mohamed Al Menfi. READ MORE
9:08pm Doha Time
Interior Ministry urges public to follow early warning alerts
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior urged the public to strictly adhere to early warning system alerts and comply immediately with the instructions contained in them, according to a public notice issued on Sunday. READ MORE
8:31pm Doha Time
HIA announces flight operations remain suspended
Hamad International Airport has issued a recent update stating that flight operations remain suspended and will resume once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe reopening of Qatari airspace. READ MORE
8:25pm Doha Time
Amir receives phone call from Iraqi President
The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, received a phone call Sunday from his brother, the President of the sisterly Republic of Iraq, HE Dr. Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid. READ MORE
7:50pm Doha Time
Trump says he agreed to talk to new Iranian leaders: Report
The US President, Donald Trump says the country’s new leadership wants to talk with his administration and he plans to do so. READ MORE
7:48pm Doha Time
Iran open to ‘serious efforts at de-escalation’: Oman foreign ministry
Al Jazeera stated that Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, told his Omani counterpart Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi that Tehran is open to any “serious efforts at de-escalation,” according to a statement from Oman’s foreign ministry. READ MORE
7:13pm Doha Time
MoI calls public to remain indoors
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) urged everyone to remain indoors and refrain from going out except when absolutely necessary, and to comply fully with official instructions issued by the competent authorities in the interest of public safety. Earlier today, Qatari authorities had renewed a national emergency alert urging the public to remain at home or in safe locations and avoid going out except in cases of necessity until the danger has passed.
6:56pm Doha Time
Iraqi Airways suspends flights until next April
Iraqi Airways announced on Sunday suspension of all flights until early April amid ongoing military escalation in the region. READ MORE
6:55pm Doha Time
Three US service members killed in action during operation against Iran
The US Central Command announced that three service members have been killed in action and five are seriously wounded as part of the operation against Iran. This was announced in a post on X today, March 1. READ MORE
6:43pm Doha Time
Amir receives phone call from President of Cyprus
The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call today from the President of the Republic of Cyprus HE Dr. Nikos Christodoulides. READ MORE
6:44pm Doha Time
Amir receives phone call from President of the European Commission
The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, received a phone call Sunday from the President of the European Commission, HE Ursula von der Leyen. READ MORE
5:55pm Doha Time
UAE Ministry of Defence responds to targeting of Al Salam military base
The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates has announced that its specialised teams today responded to an incident resulting from the targeting of a warehouse at Al Salam naval base in Abu Dhabi by two Iranian drones, leading to a fire in two containers storing general materials.
The Ministry confirmed that there were no casualties from the incident. READ MORE
5:27pm Doha Time
Deputy Prime Minister holds phone call with UAE Defense Minister
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, HE Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, held a phone call on Sunday with Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the United Arab Emirates, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. READ MORE
5:07pm Doha Time
Three dead, 58 injured in UAE since start of Iran strikes: Defence Ministry
The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates announced that since the start of the Iranian retaliatory attacks on February 28, 2026, three expatriate workers have died and 58 people have been injured. READ MORE
4:42pm Doha Time
Al Jazeera reported one killed, 32 injured in Kuwait
Kuwait’s Ministry of Health says one person has been killed and 32 wounded “due to the current developments in the region”.
The casualties are being treated at the al-Adan Hospital, the ministry said.
3:58pm Doha Time
Amir receives telephone call from President of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Kazakh President expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar following the unprovoked Iranian aggression. His Highness the Amir, in turn, expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the President for his brotherly sentiments towards the State of Qatar. Read More
3:45pm Doha Time
Partial power outage in southern Kuwait due to drone debris
Certain overhead lines in the southern area of the Kuwait National Power Grid went out of service after debris from one of the intercepted drones fell onto the network.
This led to a temporary disturbance in the electrical grid and a partial power outage in several scattered areas, according to the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Engineer Fatima Hayat. READ MORE
3:39pm Doha Time
Ministry of Interior warns against sharing personal or financial information
The Ministry of Interior has issued a warning regarding suspicious messages impersonating officials or well-known commercial entities and requesting for personal or financial information. READ MORE
2:54pm Doha Time
New explosions heard in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Manama: AFP correspondents
AFP correspondents and residents heard fresh explosions across the Gulf cities of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Manama on Sunday, as Iran pressed on with its retaliatory campaign for a second day.
Journalists heard several blasts in Dubai, with Abu Dhabi residents reporting loud bangs. Sirens sounded in Manama, where correspondents also heard an explosion, while in the Qatari capital a journalist heard a blast faintly.
2:58pm Doha Time
Amir receives telephone call from Sudan's Chairman of Transitional Sovereignty Council
The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call from HE Lt. Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan.
At the beginning of the call, the Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council expressed the solidarity of the Republic of Sudan and its full support for the State of Qatar following the brutal Iranian aggression. Read more
2:45pm Doha Time
Qatar cancels Garangao celebrations as precautionary measure
The Ministry of Municipality announced that Garangao events scheduled for March 3 and 4 have been cancelled.
In a social media post, it said that this decision was taken in the interest of everyone's safety and in compliance with the issued precautionary directive.
"This decision stems from our responsibility to safeguard your well-being and in light of the prevailing circumstances," it added. READ MORE
2:34pm Doha Time
IN PHOTOS: Bahrain says Manama hotel damaged in attack
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry stated on Sunday that the Crown Plaza Hotel in Manama has been targeted. It also stated that the attack resulted in material damages but no loss of life. Pics by AFP.
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Bahrain’s Interior Ministry stated on Sunday that the Crown Plaza Hotel in Manama has been targeted. It also stated that the attack resulted in material damages but no loss of life. Pics by AFP.
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2:10pm Doha Time
Attack on Oman is an attack on principle of mediation: Dr Majed Al Ansari
Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Majed Al Ansari has warned that the attack on Oman sets a dangerous precedent, threatening the role of mediators. FULL TEXT
1:46pm Doha Time
Qatar Airways warns of fraud attempts requesting for personal information
Qatar Airways issues a statement on Sunday, March 1, regarding fraudulent accounts impersonating the airline to obtain personal information from the public. "We are aware of fraudulent accounts impersonating Qatar Airways and requesting personal information," Qatar Airways said in a post on X.
The airline affirmed that "it will never ask for passwords, OTPs, banking details, or other sensitive information via social media or direct messages." Qatar Airways also encouraged the public to engage or interact only with its verified official channels: http://qatarairways.com or the Qatar Airways App.
1:41pm Doha Time
General Authority of Civil Aviation issues an update on Sunday, March 1, 2026
The General Authority of Civil Aviation, in a statement on Sunday, affirmed that it "continues to coordinate with all relevant entities to monitor the latest developments and take the appropriate measures to ensure the implementation of the highest safety standards."
"The situation is being continuously assessed in order to make the appropriate decision regarding the resumption of air traffic operations."
"Accordingly, any official updates will be announced through our verified accounts as soon as they are issued," the Authority said.
1:31pm Doha Time
General Tax Authority warns of fraud attempts targeting the public in Qatar
The General Tax Authority has issued a warning to the public about fraudsters, who may exploit the current circumstances in the country, by impersonating the Authority through phone calls, messages, and emails requesting data updates, payments, or personal and banking information. READ MORE
1:21pm Doha Time
Alireza Arafi appointed to Iran’s Leadership Council: Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera says Alireza Arafi, a cleric member of the Guardian Council, has been appointed as the jurist member of Iran’s Leadership Council. The body is tasked with fulfilling the supreme leader’s role until the Assembly of Experts elects a new leader. Read more
1:16pm Doha Time
Bahraini Air Defence Systems effectively intercept fresh wave of ballistic missiles and drones
The Bahrain National Communication Centre confirmed that the air defence systems of the Bahrain Defence Force have successfully intercepted and destroyed Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. Read more
1:10pm Doha Time
Amir receives telephone call from Turkish President
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call from His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Turkiye.
At the beginning of the call, the Turkish President expressed his reassurance about the situation in the State of Qatar following the brutal Iranian aggression, stressing Turkiye’s strong condemnation of the targeting of Qatari territory and brotherly Arab countries, and its categorical rejection of anything that affects the sovereignty of countries and the security of their peoples. Read more
12:50pm Doha Time
Qatar Football Association postpones tournaments until further notice
Qatar Football Association (QFA) announced the postponement of all tournaments, competitions, and matches, effective from today and until further notice.
The new dates for the resumption of competitions will be announced in due course through the Association’s official channels, QFA said.
12:37pm Doha Time
Qatari fighter jets intercept drones, missiles from Iran: Ministry of Defense
The Ministry of Defense announced that Qatari Armed Forces fighter jets, along with its air defense systems, successfully intercepted aerial attacks involving drones and missiles launched by Iran towards the country's airspace. Read more
12:26pm Doha Time
Woman and child injured by fallen debris from Iranian drone attack in Abu Dhabi
Relevant officials in Abu Dhabi are addressing an incident concerning debris that fell from a drone after it was intercepted by air defense systems, landing on the façade of one of the buildings at Etihad Towers. Read more
12:21pm Doha Time
Explosions heard in east of Saudi capital Riyadh
Al Jazeera reports about the sound of explosions being heard in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh.
AFP is quoting residents in Eastern Riyadh saying they had they heard several loud bangs and saw smoke rising. The news agency said its correspondents also heard the explosions.
12:11pm Doha Time
Qatar strongly condemns Iranian attacks on Port of Duqm in Oman and oil tanker off its coast
The State of Qatar has strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting the commercial port of Duqm in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman and an oil tanker off its coast. Read more
11:45am Doha Time
Duqm Commercial Port in Oman targeted by two drones
The Port of Duqm in the Sultanate of Oman was targeted by two drones on Sunday. The Oman News Agency (ONA), quoting a security source, reported that one of the drones struck a mobile labor accommodation unit, resulting in the injury of an expatriate worker. Debris from the second drone fell in an area near fuel storage tanks; however, no further casualties or material losses were recorded.
The agency conveyed the Sultanate of Oman's strong condemnation of the attack, affirming that the state is taking all necessary measures to address any actions that compromise the safety of the country and its people.
11:16am Doha Time
Drones target Omani port, one worker injured: Al Jazeera
Citing a security source, Al Jazeera reports that Oman News Agency said two drones had targeted the Omani port of Duqm injuring one foreign worker. Read more
11am Doha Time
Indian education board CBSE postpones March 2 Class 10 and 12 exams in Middle East
The Central Board of Secondary Education clarified in a circular that the class 10 and class 12 board exams scheduled for March 2, 2026, in the Middle East have been postponed.
The board stated that exams in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have been postponed, with the new dates to be announced at a later time. Meanwhile, it added that the board will review the situation on March 3 and take appropriate decisions with regards to the examinations scheduled from March 5 onwards. Read more
10:30 Doha Time
Two injured in Dubai from falling drone debris: Al Jazeera
Quoting the Dubai media office, Al Jazeera says two people have been injured in Dubai after debris from intercepted drones fell into the courtyards of two homes.
Authorities said the sounds heard across the Emirate were the result of successful interception operations by the country’s air defence.
10:20 Doha Time
In Photos: Iranian gathered to mourn the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s death
The Iranian government declared 40 days of national mourning and seven days of official holiday following the formal announcement of the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s death.
People have gathered across Iran to mourn his death.
10:15am Doha Time
Bahrain International Airport targeted in drone attack
A senior official in civil aviation affairs in Bahrain confirmed that Bahrain International Airport was targeted on Sunday in a drone attack, causing minor material damage. Read more
Meanwhile the General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force announced that its air defense systems destroyed and shot down 45 missiles and nine drones, including Shahed-136 type drones, during the Iranian attacks on Bahraini territory.
In a statement issued today, the General Command explained that the specialized field teams continue to secure the attack sites to ensure the safety of all citizens and residents, affirming that the vigilance and readiness of its personnel are capable of repelling and defeating any aggression targeting the security and stability of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
9:52am Doha Time
Iran confirms killing of Mousavi and Nasirzadeh: Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera quoted the official IRNA agency confirmed that the chief of the staff of the Armed Forces, Abdul Rahim Mousavi, and Minister of Defense Aziz Nasirzadeh have been killed in the US-Israel attacks on Iran on Saturday.
Iran has also confirmed the killing of Khamenei, his security adviser, Ali Shamkhani, as well as IRGC commander-in-chief Mohammad Pakpour.
IRNA said more commanders of the armed forces were also killed and that their names will be announced later.
9:40am Doha Time
Fire at Industrial Area in Qatar contained: MOI
The Ministry of Interior has announced the presence of Civil defense personnel at the Industrial Area following a fire resulting from the fall of shrapnel after intercepting a missile.
No life was lost and no injury was recorded.
Earlier in the morning, there was an early alert warning advising the public to stay at home and to follow official safety instructions and remain cautious.
9:30am Doha Time
Qatar Airways flights remain temporarily suspended, further update on March 2
Qatar Airways has announced that it will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirms the safe reopening of Qatari airspace.
It added that a further update will be provided on March 02 by 9am Doha time (06:00 UTC).
The national carrier advised passengers to monitor the latest flight information via http://qatarairways.com or the Qatar Airways mobile app.
8:55am Doha Time
Jordan intercepts missiles, IRGC announces sixth wave of attacks
Al Jazeera Arabic reported that Jordanian defence systems have intercepted missiles that entered the capital Amman’s airspace, as well as northern areas.
It also added that IRGC announced a sixth wave of attacks on Israel and what it says are 27 US bases in the Middle East following the assassination of the country’s supreme leader and top security officials.
8:40am Doha Time
Trump warns Iran against hitting ‘very hard today’
Trump has just issued a new statement on his Truth Social media app, warning Iran against hitting back.
“Iran just stated that they are going to hit very hard today, harder than they have ever been hit before,” the US president wrote.
“They better not do that, however, because if they do, we will hit them with a force that has never been seen before!”
8:25am Doha Time
Qatar warns individuals to remain indoors in emergency alert
Qatari authorities renewed a national emergency alert urging the public to remain at home or in safe locations and avoid going out except in cases of necessity until the danger has passed.
It said, "All individuals are required to remain at home or in a safe place and not to go out except in cases of extreme necessity until the danger has passed."
The alert reiterated calls for residents to follow official safety instructions and remain cautious.
7:30am Doha Time
Ministry of Interior announces 8 new injuries resulting from Iranian attack
As part of the continuous monitoring of field developments, the Ministry of Interior confirmed that security authorities and Civil Defence teams, in coordination with relevant entities, immediately activated approved response plans to safeguard public safety, ensure continuity of services and maintain full readiness to address any emergency. Read more
7am Doha Time
Iran announces killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
Iran announced at dawn Sunday the killing of Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, in the aftermath of Israeli and American airstrikes on various Iranian regions.
The Iranian News Agency (IRNA) reported today that Khamenei was killed in an attack launched by the Israeli military and the United States on Saturday morning, without providing additional details regarding the circumstances of his death. Read more
