UK Sending Air Defense Systems to Gulf: PM
Britain is sending short-range air defense systems to the Gulf to help counter Iranian missile attacks, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said.
Gulf Countries Targeted in Fresh Attacks
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates reported coming under fresh attacks on Monday morning, with explosions and sirens sounding over the oil-rich Gulf.
Ukraine Deploys 200 Military Experts to Gulf for Counter-Drone Efforts
Ukraine has begun deploying military specialists to the Middle East to support regional efforts against drone threats.
Cargo Vessels Hit as Iran Threatens to Close Gulf Oil Chokepoint
Three commercial ships took fire in the Gulf as Iran launched strikes against its oil-exporting neighbors.
Gulf States Request SAMP/T Air Defense, Anti-Drone Systems From Italy
Several Gulf countries entangled in the armed conflict between the US and Israel against Iran have sought air defense and anti-drone systems from Italy.
Iran Guards Seize Two Foreign-Crewed Tankers in Gulf: News Agency
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have seized two oil tankers with their foreign crews in Gulf waters for "smuggling fuel."
Yemen Presidential Council Says Saudi Coalition to Lead All Southern Forces
The head of Yemen's Presidential Council said all military forces in southern Yemen will operate under the command of a Saudi-led coalition.
Saudi Arabia Nears Quarter of Defense Spending Localized, Aims for 50% by 2030
Saudi Arabia's military spending localization reached 24.8 percent last year, bringing Riyadh closer to its target of 50 percent by 2030.
Qatar Thwarts Iran Missile Attack on US Base
Qatar intercepted an Iranian missile attack on the major US military base on its soil and said it could respond.
Yemen Rebels Say Four Killed in US Strikes on West
Yemen's Houthi rebels said US strikes on the western province of Hodeida killed four people and wounded 13 others.
EU Extends Red Sea Security Mission Until 2026
The European Council has prolonged the EU maritime security mission “ASPIDES” to safeguard the Red Sea for another year.
Iran Revolutionary Guards Unveil First Drone Carrier in Gulf
Iran's Revolutionary Guards unveiled the country's first drone carrier on Thursday in Gulf waters, state media reported.
Saudi Arabia Buys Three More Corvettes From Spain
Saudi Arabia has signed a contract with Spanish state-owned shipbuilder Navantia to construct three Avante 2200 corvettes.
US Strikes Houthi Command and Control Facility in Yemen
American forces carried out an air strike on Monday against a Houthi command-and-control facility that was used by the Yemeni rebels to coordinate attacks.
Qatar Receives Fincantieri-Made ‘Al Fulk’ Amphibious Landing Platform Dock
Fincantieri has delivered the “Al Fulk” amphibious vessel Landing Platform Dock (LPD) to the Ministry of Defence of Qatar.
Lockheed Showcases Aerospace, Defense Solutions at Bahrain Airshow
Lockheed Martin is showcasing its technological solutions in aerospace and defense at Bahrain International Airshow.
Saudi Arabia, Iraq Ink Defense Pact to Enhance Cooperation and Security
The defense ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iraq met to sign a military agreement, discussed security and cooperation amid increasing tensions.
India to Strengthen Naval Cooperation With Bahrain and UAE
India announced that its First Training Squadron will participate in multiple training activities and events in Bahrain and the UAE.
US Nuclear Submarine in Middle East for ‘Deterrence’: Pentagon
A US nuclear-powered Ohio-class submarine is in the Middle East to help prevent the Israel-Hamas war from spiraling into a broader conflict.
US Aims to Deploy Troops on Tankers to Deter Seizures by Iran
The US is preparing to deploy Marines and Navy personnel aboard commercial tankers transiting the Gulf to deter Iran from seizing ships.
UAE Withdraws From US-Led Maritime Coalition
The UAE has withdrawn from a US-led maritime coalition tasked with securing tense Gulf waterways that are vital to the global oil trade.
Iran Says Possible to Secure Gulf Waters With Neighbors
Iran said it is capable of ensuring the safety of the vital Gulf waters in cooperation with neighboring countries.
US to Send Reinforcements to Gulf After Iran Ship Threats: W.House
The US said it was sending reinforcements to the Gulf after what it called increasing harassment by Iran of ships in the oil-rich waters.
Iran Guards Seize Oil Tanker in Gulf of Oman: US Navy
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps seized an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, the US Navy said, in the latest such incident in the commercially vital seaway.
