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UAE condemns drone strike on commercial vessel in Qatari territorial waters, expresses full solidarity with Doha -
Dubai clarifies Al Jaddaf fire was docked boat, not Iranian attack; no injuries reported -
UAE schools to reopen for in-person learning on Monday after week of distance learning amid Iranian attacks -
UAE intercepts 2 more Iranian drones on May 10 -
Kuwait intercepts hostile drones in its airspace at dawn, armed forces confirm full readiness -
Pakistani PM Shehbaz holds talks with Qatari counterpart, announces Qatari Emir to visit Pakistan soon -
Qatar confirms drone strike on cargo vessel in territorial waters northeast of Mesaieed Port; no injuries reported -
CENTCOM reveals 58 vessels redirected and 4 disabled under Iran naval blockade since April 13 -
Sri Lanka hikes electricity tariffs 18% from Monday as Middle East war drives up thermal power costs -
UKMTO reports bulk carrier struck by unknown projectile northeast of Doha; fire extinguished, no casualties -
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UAE condemns drone strike on commercial vessel in Qatari territorial waters, expresses full solidarity with Doha
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the drone attack on a commercial cargo vessel in Qatari territorial waters, calling it a terrorist act that violated Qatar’s sovereignty and threatened its security and stability.
The ministry expressed full solidarity with Qatar and support for all measures it takes to safeguard its security, describing the attack as a flagrant violation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which upholds freedom of navigation and prohibits the targeting of commercial vessels. It stressed that using the Strait of Hormuz as a tool of economic pressure or extortion constitutes piracy and a direct threat to regional stability and global energy security.
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Dubai clarifies Al Jaddaf fire was docked boat, not Iranian attack; no injuries reported
Dubai authorities clarified that a fire visible in the Al Jaddaf area was caused by a boat catching fire while docked in Dubai Creek, and was unrelated to any Iranian attack.
No injuries were reported, and the dense smoke was attributed to the burning of fiberglass materials used in the boat’s construction.
Authorities urged the public to rely solely on official sources and refrain from spreading rumours or inaccurate information.
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UAE schools to reopen for in-person learning on Monday after week of distance learning amid Iranian attacks
The UAE Ministry of Education announced that all public and private schools and nurseries will resume in-person learning effective Monday, May 11, 2026, following continuous monitoring of developments and coordination with relevant authorities.
The ministry affirmed that educational institutions remain committed to approved safety and security protocols and are prepared to switch to alternative learning models if needed, with further updates to be communicated through official channels.
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UAE intercepts 2 more Iranian drones on May 10
The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed that air defenses engaged two Iranian drones on May 10, with no new casualties recorded in the latest strikes.
Since the onset of Iranian attacks, the cumulative toll stands at 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles, and 2,265 drones intercepted.
Total martyrs remain at two, plus a Moroccan civilian contractor with the armed forces, while civilian fatalities stand at 10, comprising Pakistani, Nepalese, Bangladeshi, Palestinian, Indian, and Egyptian nationals.
The 230 total injuries span more than 30 nationalities including Emirati, Egyptian, Filipino, Indian, Iranian, Sri Lankan, Swedish, and Russian, among others. The Ministry reaffirmed its high alert status and readiness to confront all threats to the country’s sovereignty, security, and stability.
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Kuwait intercepts hostile drones in its airspace at dawn, armed forces confirm full readiness
Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that its armed forces detected and intercepted a number of hostile drones that entered Kuwaiti airspace at dawn on Sunday, dealing with them in accordance with established procedures.
The armed forces reaffirmed their full readiness to maintain the security of the country and the safety of citizens and residents.
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Pakistani PM Shehbaz holds talks with Qatari counterpart, announces Qatari Emir to visit Pakistan soon
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke by phone with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, exchanging views on the evolving regional situation and reaffirming their shared commitment to lasting peace, stability, and constructive dialogue. Shehbaz conveyed appreciation to Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for his leadership and Qatar’s continued backing of Pakistan’s mediation efforts, and announced that the Emir of Qatar will be visiting Pakistan soon.
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Qatar confirms drone strike on cargo vessel in territorial waters northeast of Mesaieed Port; no injuries reported
Qatar’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that a commercial cargo vessel travelling from Abu Dhabi was struck by a drone on Sunday morning in Qatari territorial waters northeast of Mesaieed Port, causing a limited fire onboard. No injuries were reported. The fire was brought under control and the vessel continued its journey to Mesaieed Port, with the necessary measures taken in coordination with relevant authorities.
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CENTCOM reveals 58 vessels redirected and 4 disabled under Iran naval blockade since April 13
U.S. Central Command confirmed that the naval blockade against Iran remains fully enforced, with American forces having redirected 58 commercial vessels and disabled four others since April 13 to prevent ships from entering or departing Iranian ports.
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Sri Lanka hikes electricity tariffs 18% from Monday as Middle East war drives up thermal power costs
Sri Lanka will raise electricity rates by 18 per cent from Monday for consumers using more than 180 units per month, as the Public Utilities Commission moves to offset the rising cost of thermal power generation driven by the Middle East war.
Households and religious institutions consuming less than 180 units will be unaffected, while industries, hotels, businesses, and government institutions above that threshold will bear the increase.
The hike follows a 40 per cent tariff rise introduced last month, and comes alongside fuel price increases of more than 35 per cent and rationing measures tied to energy supply disruptions.
Inflation has more than doubled as a result of higher energy prices, reaching 5.4 per cent in April according to official data.
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UKMTO reports bulk carrier struck by unknown projectile northeast of Doha; fire extinguished, no casualties
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported that a bulk carrier was struck by an unknown projectile approximately 23 nautical miles northeast of Doha, Qatar.
The vessel’s master reported a small fire that has since been extinguished, with no casualties or environmental impact.
Authorities are investigating the incident and vessels in the area have been advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO.
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