Russia may introduce visa-free regime with three more countries
Russia is discussing the introduction of a visa-free regime with Malaysia, Kuwait and Bahrain, the Economic Development Ministry's press service said on Monday.
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US submits draft UNSC resolution on Strait of Hormuz navigation
The United States has submitted to the UN Security Council a draft resolution on protecting freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, under the pretext of combating an alleged threat emanating from Iran.
Saudi Arabia boosts revenue due to Hormuz blockade
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is creating an economic split among oil exporters in the Persian Gulf, with Saudi Arabia and Oman set for a windfall and others including the UAE seeing a drop in petrodollar income, Bloomberg reported.
Iran may cause digital catastrophe in Middle East - report
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is prepared to damage undersea internet cables lying on the seabed of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could trigger severe economic consequences for the countries of the Middle East.
Kuwait's airspace reopens for the first time since February 28
Kuwait is set to resume receiving and operating flights, with its airspace now open. Flight operations are expected to resume by the end of this week.
Iran strikes US air base in Kuwait
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted the Ali Al Salem Airbase in Kuwait and Camp Victory in Iraq, as well as areas in northern and southern Tel Aviv, Haifa, Petah Tikva, and Beersheba, during its 98th wave of strikes, the IRGC press service reported.
OPEC plus to ramp up oil output in May
Eight leading OPEC+ countries have decided to increase oil production by 206,000 barrels per day (bpd) in May (compared to April levels), the organization’s statement said.
Russia intends to expand visa-free travel with countries
Maxim Reshetnikov, the Minister of Economic Development, stated that Russia aims to expand its visa-free travel agreements with other countries.
Persian Gulf states are Russia's friends - Kremlin
Russia sees Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations as good friends and would like to boost cooperation with them, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Riyadh meeting participants urge Iran to stop attacks on Persian Gulf states
The foreign ministers of the 12 Arab and Islamic countries, who met in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh, described Iran’s strikes on Arab countries of the Persian Gulf as unjustified, and urged it to stop attacks in a joint communique.
Persian Gulf reduces oil production by 67 mln barrels
Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE and Kuwait have lowered their collective output by as much as 6.7 million barrels a day, Bloomberg reported citing sources.
Kuwait begins phased reduction in oil production
Kuwait's oil supply will decrease globally
Arab League to hold emergency meeting over Iranian crisis
The foreign ministers of the Arab League will hold an emergency meeting on Sunday to discuss Iranian attacks on several of the group’s members, the bloc’s assistant secretary-general Hossam Zaki said.
Russian Foreign Ministry urges Russians to refrain from traveling to Persian Gulf
It is dangerous to stay there until the situation in the region stabilizes
US embassy in Kuwait closes until further notice
The U.S. embassy in Kuwait says it is closed until further notice, a day after smoke was rising from the mission following Iranian attacks on the country.
Iran strikes at least six US military bases - report
Iran has struck at least six U.S. military facilities around the Middle East since the United States and Israel began attacking the country on Saturday, according to a New York Times analysis of satellite imagery, verified videos and statements by U.S. military officials.
Azerbaijan lifts visa requirements for citizens of several Gulf states
Azerbaijan has abolished visa requirements for citizens holding ordinary passports from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain, the Azerbaijani State Migration Service reported.
Kuwait Airways to fly between Moscow and Kuwait City
Direct scheduled passenger service between Moscow and the Kuwaiti capital will be launched in mid-March by Kuwait Airways, according to Russia's Ministry of Transport.
Armenia organizes Armenia-Kuwait Business Forum
Armenian and Kuwaiti business representatives have convened their inaugural bilateral business forum, focusing on technology sector cooperation prospects.
Independent Arab tourists choose Moscow
Independent travelers from Arab nations are increasingly choosing Moscow as their destination, moving beyond traditional group tours.
