Author: Editorial Team

WASHINGTON — US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has argued that the clock has paused on a deadline for the Trump administration to seek approval from Congress for the US-Israeli war with Iran. Hegseth was responding to questions from members of the Senate, or upper chamber, on Thursday. President Donald Trump faced a deadline on Friday to end the Iran war or make the case to Congress for extending it, but the date was most likely to pass without altering the course of the war. Friday is the 60th day since Trump formally notified Congress of the strikes against Iran on…

TEHRAN — Iran has said it will respond respond with “long and painful strikes” on US positions if Washington renews attacks and restated its claim to the Strait of Hormuz, complicating U.S. plans for a coalition to reopen the waterway. Two months into the US-Israeli war with Iran, the vital sea channel remains closed, sending global energy prices surging and raising concerns about the risks of an economic downturn. Pakistan-led efforts to resolve the conflict have hit an impasse.The clock is ticking, with Friday as the anticipated deadline for Pakistan to receive Iran’s revised peace proposal, after US President Donald…

DUBAI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — ENOC Group is showcasing the UAE’s industrial capabilities with a spotlight on the ENOC Lubricant and Grease Manufacturing Plant (ELOMP), during its participation in the upcoming annual ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’ exhibition and conference, hosted in Abu Dhabi from May 4–7. As the largest blending plant in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), ELOMP’s strategic location within the port of Fujairah, combined with its advanced facility adhering to the highest standards of manufacturing excellence, gives it the distinctive advantage of offering direct access to international waters outside the Arabian Gulf, a critical…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] Dubai Police have invited community members, cycling enthusiasts, and families to take part in the ‘Proud of UAE’ race, which will kick off this Sunday in collaboration with the UAE Cycling Federation. The event celebrates national pride while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle, with total prizes reaching Dh264,000 for the top ten winners. Open to men and women aged 18 and above, the 60 km race will begin at 6am from Nad Al Sheba Police Station, passing through key routes before finishing…

Chris Drumgoole and Dan Gray. Dubai — DXC Technology, a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, has announced DXC OASIS, an intelligent orchestration platform that introduces a new managed services operating model. Designed as a single, governed, and secure layer, DXC OASIS integrates seamlessly across an organisation’s existing IT estate. It reimagines how managed services are delivered by combining human expertise with agentic AI, shifting from reactive support to real-time, intelligent operations across the entire technology environment and enabling greater confidence in mission-critical operations. Leveraging decades of DXC delivery expertise, validated through DXC’s Customer Zero approach and shaped through direct customer collaboration, DXC OASIS connects…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority said it carried out 3,041 inspection rounds in April 2026, leading to investigations into 259 suspects and the detention of 97 individuals in corruption-related cases. The authority said some of those detained were later released on bail. Those under investigation and detention were linked to several government entities, including the Ministries of Interior, Defense, Health, Municipalities and Housing, Human Resources and Social Development, and Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. The suspects face charges including bribery and abuse of authority, the authority said. Source: Saudi Gazette

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil Revenue Center has been assigned broad powers to review, regulate, and enhance government revenue streams, as part of efforts to strengthen fiscal sustainability and economic balance. According to the newly approved regulatory framework, the center will study and review requests related to the imposition, amendment, or cancellation of fees and financial charges, and submit recommendations in line with legal procedures. It will also support government entities in assessing proposals related to new taxes before they are formally processed. The center aims to boost non-oil revenues by applying unified methodologies, tools, and models across government entities,…

Dubai’s hospitality scene has entered its “workation” era and we’re so here for it. Who doesn’t want an “office” that comes with pool access, spa discounts and a skyline or sea view? Recently, hotels across the UAE have started actively promoting irresistible offers for remote workers and hybrid employees with packages that blur the lines between work and holiday.  So, here are some of the best work-from-hotel offers to check out right now: Fairmont The Palm  For those who can’t quite switch off but are done with working from the dining table, the Fairmont Workation offers a considered middle ground.…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE has once again called for the immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which around 20% of global oil shipments pass, as it remains effectively restricted due to Iran’s actions. During a high-level open debate on “The Safety and Protection of Waterways in the Maritime Domain” at the UN Security Council, UAE’s Minister of State, Khalifa bin Shaheen Al Marar, said that Iran should be held fully accountable for its unlawful obstruction of international navigation.…

From April 20, students across the UAE are back in classrooms after weeks of distance learning, as the Ministry of Education confirms a return to in-person schooling. While safety protocols and logistics have been carefully planned, the questions for many families also lean towards the emotional impact of being back to school: how will children reconnect with friends, rebuild social confidence and feel like they belong again in changed school environments? Experts say the academic catch-up will come in time, but what needs closer attention now are the social and emotional adjustments children require in classrooms and, just as importantly,…