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Gulf on Edge as UAE Oil Hub Blaze Fuels Iran–US Tensions

  Smoke rises in the Fujairah oil industry zone, caused by debris after interception of a drone by air defences. A surge in regional tensions has followed a major fire at a UAE oil hub, sparked by debris from intercepted drones, as Iran vows retaliation for a recent U.S. strike on its Kharg Island oil facilities. The incident has intensified fears of broader conflict across the Gulf, with Iran warning that parts of the UAE could be considered legitimate targets.  A significant fire erupted at a major oil hub in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, after debris from intercepted drones fell onto the facility, disrupting operations and sending plumes of smoke across the region. The blaze occurred amid escalating hostilities following a U.S. strike on Iran’s Kharg Island—Tehran’s primary oil export terminal. Iran responded with sharp warnings, declaring that U.S. “hideouts” within the UAE could be targeted as legitimate military sites. The threat came as Iran continued missile and d...
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Visa Dispute Bars Israel from Gymnastics World Championships in Jakarta

A general view shows Indonesia Arena, which will host the 53rd Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, in Jakarta on Oct 10, 2025. 

                

Israel has officially confirmed that its athletes will not participate in the upcoming World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jakarta after Indonesia refused to issue entry visas. The decision affects several gymnasts, including reigning world floor champion Artem Dolgopyat, who will now miss the competition.

Indonesia, the world’s most populous Muslim-majority nation, cited Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza as the reason for denying visas. The Israel Gymnastics Federation (IGF) appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), requesting that the International Gymnastics Federation either guarantee Israeli participation or relocate the event. However, CAS rejected both appeals, stating it had no jurisdiction to compel a host nation to issue visas.

The IGF expressed deep disappointment, calling the decision discriminatory and a blow to the spirit of international sport. Meanwhile, the championships, scheduled for October 19–25, will proceed with more than 500 athletes from 79 countries competing in Jakarta.


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