Egypt ‘s Dar Al-Ifta declares Friday first day of Eid-Al-Fitr

Egypt’s Dar Al-Ifta announced on Thursday that the crescent moon marking the start of Shawwal for the year 1447 AH has been sighted.

Qatar PM: Gas hub attack proves Iran targeting more than just US

Qatar’s prime minister said on Thursday that Iran’s strike on the world’s largest gas facility, located in Qatar, served as “clear proof” contradicting Tehran’s assertion that it was only targeting US interests in the Gulf.

Pentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war

The Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, a sizable amount that is certain to be met with questions from Congress, which would need to approve any new money.

US approves billions in Middle East arms sales

The US State Department on Thursday approved potential arms sales to ‌three Middle East countries worth more than $16.5 billion as the war with Iran intensifies.

Western, Asian leaders condemn Iran for disrupting shipping in Strait of Hormuz

In a joint statement dated March 19, the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan condemned Iran’s recent attacks on commercial vessels and its effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the disruptions threaten global energy supplies and international security.