NCM issues dust alert for Saudi Arabia’s west coast until July 1

Air Raid Sirens Sound Across Bahrain; Public Urged to Seek Shelter

MANAMA, Jul 8: Authorities in Bahrain sounded air raid sirens, urging citizens and residents to remain calm and immediately head to the nearest safe place.In an official alert, the...

Big relief from heatwave: Rain, dust storm hits Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad; IMD issues red alert

Big relief from heatwave, rain, dust storm hits Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad; IMD issues reA severe dust storm on Tuesday hit Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues a red alert for these areas, warning of strong winds gusting upto 100 kmph for the next hour in Delhi-NCR. The region again faced another intense round of pre-monsoon weather with a strong dust storm, with the IMD forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, and light rainfall to follow right after.

S. Korea, UAE to cooperate on stable supply of key resources

SEOUL, July 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have si...

Dust-raising winds to reduce visibility across Saudi Arabia through Saturday

RIYADH — Dust-raising surface winds are expected to remain active across several regions of Saudi Arabia from Monday through Saturday, potentially reducing horizontal visibility, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). Throughout July 6 to 11, active daytime surface winds are forecast to affect the Eastern Province, as well as parts of the Northern Borders, Qassim, Riyadh, and Madinah regions. The NCM also expects dust-raising surface winds to persist along the coastal road stretching from Yanbu to Jazan from Monday through the end of the week, potentially reducing or lowering horizontal visibility to near zero in some areas.

Laporan penuh letupan bom diserah pertengahan Julai

KOTA TINGGI: Laporan penuh siasatan berhubung insiden letupan bom tangan yang mengorbankan dua anggota tentera di Lapang Sasar Kem Hobart, Gurun, Kedah dijangka diserahkan kepada Kementerian Pertahanan pada pertengahan bulan ini. Menteri Pertahanan Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin berkata, pihaknya masih menunggu laporan penuh sebelum menentukan sebarang tindakan lanjut. “Saya difahamkan laporan itu akan diserahkan ... Read more The post Laporan penuh letupan bom diserah pertengahan Julai appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Joint GCC-US Ministerial Meeting Begins in Manama

Manama, June 25 (QNA) - The joint ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the United States of America began today in the Bahraini capital, Manama.

World : Southeast Asia On Red Alert For Severe Transboundary Haze Risk In 2026 – Report

SINGAPORE, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore could face severe transboundary haze in the coming months as Southeast Asia has been placed on red alert for an elevated haze risk, according to the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA).

🇮🇷❌🇯🇴🇺🇸 — BREAKING: Sirens reported at Muwaffaq Salti Airbase in eastern Jordan.

— BREAKING: Sirens reported at Muwaffaq Salti Airbase in eastern Jordan.

Bahrain activates emergency sirens, urges citizens to seek safety

Manama [Bahrain], July 8 (ANI): Bahrain's Ministry of Interior on Wednesday activated emergency alarm sirens, urging all citizens and residents to remain calm and proceed immediately to the nearest safe location.In a formal announcement issued today, authorities advised the public to prioritise their safety and avoid unnecessary movement while the situation is addressed. Residents are strongly encouraged to moni

NCM warns of rain and dust as cumulus clouds form in eastern UAE

Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast the formation of cumulus clouds over parts of the eastern UAE on Sunday, with a chance of rainfall accompanied by strong winds.The centre said wind speeds could reach up to 45 kilometres per hour between 2 pm and 7:30 pm, potentially stirring dust and sand and leading to reduced visibility in affected areas.Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution, particularly in areas where blowing dust may impact visibility, and advised the public to follow official weather updates and alerts.

Singapore warns of ‘severe’ haze in August, September from El Nino effect

Some years it comes, and some years it does not. But, drifting up and across the Strait of Malacca, it can hang in the air for weeks on end over cities such as Singapore and Kuala Lumpur – regional economic hubs that host two of the world’s busiest airports. Southeast Asia’s haze is on the way back and this year’s event is expected to be “severe”, according to the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA), which has been tracking the region’s haze disruptions for almost a...

Bahrain Interior Ministry: Sirens sounded, citizens urged to go to nearest safe place

Bahrain Interior Ministry: Sirens sounded, citizens urged to go to nearest safe place

Malaysia, SE Asia on red alert for severe haze risk in 2026, warns SIIA report

SINGAPORE, June 24 — Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore could face severe transboundary haze in the coming...

ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition

Following a strategic review of market conditions and the regional business environment, Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia together with DECHEMA has announced that the inaugural edition of ACHEMA Middle East will now take place from 11–13 October 2027 at Riyadh Front Exhibition Conference Center. Reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s growing role as a global hub for industrial [] The post ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition appeared first on Middle East News 247.

International condemnation of terrorist bombing of Damascus café

Capitals, July 3 (SANA) Bahrain, South Korea, Japan and the International Commission for the Protection of Civilians (I.C.P.C.) condemned on Friday the terrorist bombing that targeted a café near the Palace of Justice in the al-Hijaz district of the Syrian capital, Damascus, on Thursday. Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the terrorist attack, which killed 10 []

K2 Airways Cargo Flight KTA1732 Missing: What Happened in Final Minutes Before Plane Disappeared off Pakistan Coast?

A major search and rescue operation is underway in the Arabian Sea after a K2 Airways cargo flight carrying five crew members vanished from radar on Tuesday night. Flight KTA1732, a Boeing 737-400 freighter en route from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, to Karachi, Pakistan, lost contact with air traffic control after reporting a technical malfunction.

UAE weather alert: Hottest 40 days of summer begin July 3 as 'Jamrat Al Qayth' pushes temperatures above 50°C

The UAE braces for its most intense summer phase, 'Jamrat Al Qayth,' starting July 3 and lasting until August 10. Temperatures are predicted to soar above 50°C, with experts warning of scorching heat, dry winds, and heatwaves. Coastal areas will see highs of 41-43°C, while inland regions could reach 45-46°C. Residents are urged to take precautions against extreme heat and humidity.

Sadiq Khan issues severe air pollution warning as capital set to bask in 39C heat

Sadiq Khan announced a high air pollution alert for Monday, as the capital is set for a week of sweltering temperatures which could reach as high as 39C.

‘Dune 3’: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Denis Villeneuve Return to Abu Dhabi Desert That Doubles as Planet Arrakis in Behind-the-Scenes Images

The Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) has shared new behind-the-scenes images of “Dune: Part Three” filming in Abu Dhabi’s Liwa Desert. Throughout the sci-fi trilogy, the large oasis area in the Western Region of the Emirate has provided a substantial portion of the landscape of the desert planet Arrakis, home to the monstrous sandworms. “Dune: []

Arab League Launches Preparatory Meetings for 56th Arab Information Ministers Council

The Arab League will begin a series of preparatory meetings on July 12 ahead of the 56th session of the Council of Arab Information Ministers,

High concentrations of Saharan dust affect Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands, moving west toward Florida and Texas

High concentrations of Saharan dust are affecting Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands on June 26, 2026, reducing visibility and air quality as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL) moves west. Drier Saharan air is forecast to reach South Florida from late Saturday, June 27, followed by a dust plume over Southeast Texas late Sunday, June 28, where hazy skies and reduced air quality are possible. Source

CENTCOM leads strategic defense conference with 11 Middle Eastern countries

The regional security dialogue, hosted by the Bahrain Defense Force, focused on defense cooperation and protecting commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.