Dubai underwater following torrential rains

29 March 2026
Dubai was underwater after torrential rain overwhelmed the sewage system and left roads under water and street level shops swimming in water on March 28.

Satellite imagery confirms extensive damage at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant

29 March 2026
Satellite imagery indicates significant damage at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant that was hit by Iranian missiles on March 18, including the apparent collapse of primary heat exchangers at Train 6 and structural damage to adjacent facilities.

Pakistan confirms passage for 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz

29 March 2026
Pakistan has confirmed an agreement with Iranian authorities allowing 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz. It is a development presented by Islamabad as a step towards substantially easing the nation's energy disruption.

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