Gulf Archives - DD India

October 25, 2026 11:23 AM

Qatar’s bold plan to stop next war

In the Gulf, a quiet but urgent push for peace is underway and the clock is ticking. Qatar is driving a bold new regional security initiative comprising a framework of dialogue, confidence-building measures and a mutual non-aggression pact that would...

September 22, 2026 1:09 AM

LPG tanker hit by debris in Strait of Hormuz; crew safe: UKMTO

An LPG tanker was hit by debris from unknown projectiles while transiting outbound from the Strait of Hormuz, following a similar incident earlier in the day, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Monday. The UKMTO said it had...

July 1, 2026 3:36 PM

Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz : report

Iran is determined to win international recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and ability to levy fees on ships entering or leaving the Gulf even if it has to do so by force, Reuters reported citing two senior Iranian sources . Under...

April 4, 2026 1:21 PM

Italy’s Meloni visits Gulf to secure energy supplies amid Iran tensions

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni travelled to Saudi Arabia on Friday as part of an unannounced two day visit to the Gulf that will also include Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The trip comes amid rising regional tensions and growing concerns...

March 12, 2026 9:50 AM

Five vessels attacked in Gulf, Strait of Hormuz as war puts merchant ships on front lines

Iranian explosive-laden boats appear to have attacked two fuel tankers in Iraqi waters, setting them ablaze and killing one crew member on Wednesday, after projectiles struck three vessels in Gulf waters, said port, maritime security and risk firms. ...