The United States has approved the sale of over $8.6 billion in arms to its Middle East allies without the consent of the US Congress. According to the US Department of State, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has made the decision, citing an emergency situation and waiving the requirement for Congressional review. The sale will involve the transfer of arms to four countries, including Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Kuwait.
As per the agreement, Qatar will receive a $4.01 billion missile defense system and $992.4 million worth of new arms. Kuwait will be provided with a $2.5 billion war command system, while Israel will receive $992.4 million worth of arms. The United Arab Emirates will receive $147.6 million worth of arms.
This development comes at a time when the US and Israel have been at war with Iran for nine weeks, and a fragile ceasefire agreement was brokered three weeks ago. The move is seen as a reaffirmation of the US commitment to supporting its allies in the region.
The United Arab Emirates has announced that it will resume its normal air operations. Iranian media has released new CCTV footage showing that despite severe American and Israeli bombing, several brave soldiers remained on duty until the last minute.
A report by the UK’s Office for National Statistics has revealed a significant increase in the number of people settling in the country permanently. The ongoing crisis in the Middle East is affecting the UK, with pharmacies reporting a shortage of essential medicines across the country.
A spokesperson for the Chinese delegation has stated that the strong and stable relationship between China and the US is beneficial not only for the two countries but also for the world at large. The US embassy in London has issued a security alert to American citizens living in the UK, advising them to exercise caution.
The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority has announced that from May 3, 2026, children under 15 years of age will not be allowed to travel on Hajj flights. A renowned spiritual leader, Sheikh Syed Afeefuddin Jilani, is currently on a tour of Japan, with spiritual gatherings taking place in various cities. The events have attracted a large number of local and international Muslim communities.
Nobel laureate Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi has been transferred from prison to a hospital due to her deteriorating health. A proposed law, dubbed the “H1B Visa Abuse Act 2026,” aims to curb the misuse of H1B visas. The US has announced that it will withdraw its troops from Germany, a move that has been expected for some time.
The UAE has officially pulled out of OPEC, which could lead to significant changes in the global oil market, potentially benefiting the US. The US Defense Secretary, Pat Hagerty, has ordered the withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany. The Financial Times has reported that US authorities have informed British, Polish, Lithuanian, and Estonian officials of the delay in arms deliveries.
The Pakistani newspaper, Dawn, has reported that the government will not provide additional leave during the current holiday season, and expenses will be met from the court’s budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. The UAE has announced that it will resume its normal air operations. A woman in the US has been charged with poisoning her children and herself by feeding them grains laced with toxic pills.
