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Yemeni forces secure Bab Al Mandeb, UAE-Jordan launch $2.5bn railway and Eagle Hills signs Syria projects | The National
A concise round-up of the region’s top news stories this morning
News of October 6, 2026
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Trump approves firing squad for convicted US military base shooter: Pentagon
Hasan was sentenced to death by a military jury in 2013 for carrying out the Al-Qaeda inspired mass shooting at Fort Hood
Sports
‘Very bad vibes’: Haaland faces injury scare before Man City-Liverpool game
The Manchester City star asked to be substituted and was replaced in the 67th minute of the 2-1 defeat in Porto.
Business
My Perfumes expands its fragrance portfolio at Beautyworld Dubai 2026
Mustafa Firoz discusses changing fragrance preferences, brand evolution and the ideas shaping its latest collections
Business
AI, stablecoins, tokenisation reshape financial services at BIT Summit in Dubai
More than 300 banking, fintech and financial services leaders gather at the Banking Innovation & Technology Summit to examine how capital, currency and AI are changing the sector
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Flydubai co-pilot completed portion of his flight training in New Zealand, police says
By Lucy CraymerWELLINGTON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - The flydubai co-pilot who stabbed his captain in an alleged attempt to crash a plane last week was in New Zealand seven years ago to complete a portion of his flight training for a U.K.-based company, New Zealand police said in a statement on Tuesday.Police said the man was in New Zealand between November 2018 and May 2019 on a six-month student visa.
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FlyDubai co-pilot completed portion of his flight training in New Zealand, police says
FlyDubai co-pilot completed portion of his flight training in New Zealand, police says
Business
Dubai gold prices drop further ahead of Indian festivals Navratri, Diwali
Dubai gold prices fell further on Tuesday, with 24K dropping to Dh496.75 per gram as a stronger US dollar and higher Treasury yields weighed on the precious metal
Business
Reliance wins court reprieve against 'energy drink' label ban for Campa brand products
The crackdown is part of a broader, India-wide food safety push this year — including raids, shutdowns and new warning-label requirements
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Syria condemns Israeli attacks, demands withdrawal from territory
Syria condemns Israeli attacks, demands withdrawal from territory The Syrian Ambassador to the UN has condemned Israel's continued assaults on Syrian territory, calling on a full withdrawal from the country. During an address to the UN’s Sixth Committee, Ibrahim Olabi said that Israel's actions "undermine state efforts to restore security, stability, and combat terrorism", creating a "fragile environment for terrorism". Olabi demanded an "immediate cessation" of the attacks as well as a "full…
Business
AI Borrowing Binge Rattles US Markets
The world's richest companies can no longer rely on their massive cash piles alone to stay in the artificial intelligence race and have suddenly started borrowing massively in a shift that is sending repercussions across the world. Rising US interest rates, including on the Treasury bonds that anchor the global economy, are sending tremors through the financial world, and some analysts point to the AI borrowing bonanza as one of the culprits, said AFP.
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Israeli documentary ‘NAZA’ opens in the US, reigniting debate over the war in Gaza
The U.S. release of the Israeli documentary ‘NAZA’ is reigniting debate over American military aid to Israel. The film features Israeli military insiders alleging the reckless killing of civilians in Gaza, claims the Israeli military denies.
Politics
India news: Opposition leaders march toward Election Commission
India's opposition is amping up pressure on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign over alleged voter roll manipulation.
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India news: Opposition leaders march toward Election Commission
India's opposition is amping up pressure on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign over alleged voter roll manipulation.
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Australia’s opposition vows ‘largest cut to immigration’ in country’s history
Australia’s conservative opposition has vowed to implement the ‘largest cut to immigration’ in the nation’s history if it wins the next election. The move comes as the party feels pressure from the insurgent far-right One Nation party, which has also called for radical immigration cuts.
Business
Gold Inches Lower as Firmer Dollar, Higher Yields Weigh
Gold eased on Tuesday, pressured by a firmer US dollar and rising Treasury yields, though losses were limited by easing expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike this month. Spot gold slipped 0.3% to $4,128.69 per ounce by 0155 GMT. US gold futures were little changed at $4,156.00. The dollar held firm, making greenback-denominated commodities more expensive for holders of other currencies, Reuters said. The 10- and 30-year Treasury yields hit 24-year highs on Monday as persistent bond market weakness weighed on sentiment.
Business
World Bank says Middle East economy to contract 2.1% in 2026 due to Iran war | The National
Economists anticipate UAE economy to contract by 1.6% while Qatar's GDP set for worst performance in five decades
Business
UAE banking experts discuss AI, digital payments, remittances, trust at BIT Summit
Banking and fintech leaders gather at the Banking Innovation & Technology Summit 2026 to explore how AI, faster payments and changing customer expectations are reshaping the financial sector
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Israeli politician calls Gaza's population, including babies, the 'enemy'
Israeli politician calls Gaza's population, including babies, the 'enemy' Israeli politician Moshe Feiglin said that the entire population in Gaza, including babies and children, are the "enemy" during an interview with the Jerusalem Post. "The enemy is Gaza, not Hamas.” Speaking to the Jerusalem Post, Israeli politician Moshe Feiglin said that the entire population in Gaza, children, are the “enemy”, while framing total forced expulsion, permanent annexation, and settlement in Gaza as a mora…
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Tate brothers used 'lover boy' model to exploit women, Britain says
Andrew Tate has previously described himself as a misogynist
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Flydubai co-pilot completed part of flight training in New Zealand, local police say
Police said the man was in New Zealand between November 2018 and May 2019 on a six-month student visa
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Middle East latest: Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia 'will not go unpunished', says coalition | The National
Coalition spokesman announces 'comprehensive operation' that destroyed 82 targets in Yemen
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Middle East latest: Houthis 'seeking reinforcements' in battle for Yemen | The National
Three people injured in Houthi attacks on two Saudi airports
Business
Violent clashes erupt after mass housing protest in Barcelona
Protesters in Barcelona set fires, built barricades and hurled projectiles as violence erupted at a housing protest.
Politics
Quebec separatists win election reviving push for independence
Parti Quebecois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon vows a future referendum on independence from Canada.
Culture
On World Architecture Day, Madinah Reflects Its Identity Through Its Urban Landscape
The first Monday of October marks World Architecture Day, an occasion that highlights the role of architecture in shaping cities and enhancing the quality of the urban environment. Madinah stands out for its architectural character, which draws on the city’s cultural identity and architectural heritage while preserving the authenticity and distinctiveness of the place, the Saudi Press Agency reported Tuesday.
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UAE weather: Speed limit caps lifted in Abu Dhabi after morning fog reduced visibility | The National
More foggy weather is expected to roll in across the Emirates over the coming days
Politics
Trump says taxpayers will no longer pay for TV ads that praised him
One ad features Trump declaring that 'America will never be a communist country' while a chorus repeats the words 'love me'
Business
Hormuz Strait disruptions could lead to global food security crisis
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to a global food security crisis, the secretary general of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), John Denton, warned.
Culture
Best-selling British author Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86
The author led a life as colourful as the characters in his novels, which sold over 300 million copies; he was a high flyer who could never quite escape the whiff of scandal
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Mexican and Colombian cartel mercenaries filmed fighting in Ukraine
Members of Mexican and Colombian cartels are reportedly joining Ukraine’s International Legion to learn drone warfare.
Politics
Indian states seek extra power to avoid outages as nighttime supply tightens: Officials
Despite rapid expansion in renewable capacity, India's insufficient battery storage limits ability to shift surplus daytime solar generation to evening and night hours
Technology
The rise of artificial intelligence native government
Governments are increasingly investing in the infrastructure, ecosystems and capabilities needed to support AI on their own terms
Business
The Gulf’s next industrial revolution should be made across borders | The National
It is time to make the GCC one industrial marketplace
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Qatar emir vows continued support for Yemen's sovereignty
Qatar emir vows continued support for Yemen's sovereignty Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani pledged ongoing backing for peace and stability in Yemen, as well as support for its unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. The messaged was relayed to Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi in response to an earlier letter on bilateral ties and developments in Yemen, the Saba news agency reported.
Sports
Lionel Messi set for 'Last Tango' with Argentina as Cristiano Ronaldo pouts on Portugal sidelines | The National
While one veteran attacking superstar is calling it quits on the international stage, another is in the middle of an undignified row with his country's coach
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Cornell students stage anti-rape rally in support of 'Jane Doe'
Many carried signs with slogans such as "Justice for Jane Doe," "We Stand for Survivors" and "Prison Sentences, not Topic Sentences"
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UN chief calls for Gaza ceasefire ahead of October 7 anniversary
'It is time for the ceasefire to become permanent. It is time to allow humanitarian assistance at scale. And it is time to respect international law,' Guterres said in a statement
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Oman evacuates 10 crew members of tanker attacked off Musandam
Work is ongoing to assess damage, and the Kingdom is taking measures to ensure the safety of passengers and staff
Politics
Trump says high gas prices 'small price to pay for keeping the world safe'
Trump says high gas prices 'small price to pay for keeping the world safe' US president Donal Trump told rally goers in Grand Island, Nebraska, that high gas prices were a "small price to pay" for keeping the country and the world safe. "It’s a little bit high. It’s a small price to pay for keeping the world safe, keeping our country safe," he said during the event. "This is a very small price to pay, and it’s gonna be over with very soon. It’s essentially almost over with." Trump also falsel…
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Secessionist party wins Quebec election in Canada
Parti Quebecois returns to power, promising a third referendum on Quebec's independence from Canada.
Sports
‘I’m Alex, who still fights’: Volkanovski returns to Abu Dhabi as UFC champion – and a changed man | The National
After a difficult period that forced him to confront his mental health, the Australian has found a new balance through family, downtime and his passion for cooking
Culture
Jeffrey Archer, whose books sold 300 million copies, dies aged 86 | The National
British novelist and former politician was also a regular guest at literary events in the UAE
Business
'Can I be in the UAE after overstaying my visit visa?' | The National
What overstayers need to know about fines and finding a new job
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Turning down the temperature in the Horn of Africa is good for the Middle East too | The National
Mediation and serious diplomatic efforts can help at a moment when tensions are rising sharply
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UN rights council condemns attacks on civilians in Sudan, calls for truce
Resolution demands an immediate ceasefire and extends the mandate of the mission investigating abuses in Sudan.
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Yemeni government forces drive Houthis from Bab el-Mandeb Strait
By Mohammed Ghobari and Timour AzhariOct 5 (Reuters) - Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces staged a lightning advance on Monday to retake the coast around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait up to the city of Mocha, the government said, pushing the Iran-backed Houthis out of most of the areas they seized last month.In response, the Houthis said they had attacked key locations in Saudi Arabia includingthe King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco refinery in Rabigh, the Abha international airport and the Khamis Mushait military base.
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Yemeni government forces drive Houthis from Bab el-Mandeb Strait
By Mohammed Ghobari and Timour AzhariOct 5 (Reuters) - Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces staged a lightning advance on Monday to retake the coast around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait up to the city of Mocha, the government said, pushing the Iran-backed Houthis out of most of the areas they seized last month.In response, the Houthis said they had attacked key locations in Saudi Arabia includingthe King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco refinery in Rabigh, the Abha international airport and the Khamis Mushait military base.