May 8, 2026

Strong Winds and Rising Sand Expected in Bahrain

Manama: The Meteorological Directorate has issued a weather forecast indicating generally fine conditions with clouds and the possibility of rising sand in certain areas.

According to Bahrain News Agency, the wind is expected to be northwesterly, b…

UAE Air Defences Intercept Missiles and Drones from Iran

Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defence announced that air defence systems intercepted two ballistic missiles and three drones launched from Iran on May 8, resulting in three moderate injuries, the Emirates News Agency (WAM) repo…