Trump says US has massive munitions stockpile amid scrutiny over Iran war suppliesLast updated: August 06, 2026 | 18:464 MIN READUNIFIL reports record Israeli fire in Lebanon since June 21X / @UNIFIL_US President Donald Trump has dismissed reports of ammunition shortages, warning of action against alleged “leakers”, as Iran says it has reached an agreement with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz.Meanwhile, oil prices are hovering near $80 a barrel, gold continues its upward run to reach Dh516.25 per gram for 24-karat in the UAE, and regional travel shows signs of recovery with Qatar Airways set to resume flights to Bahrain, Kuwait and Erbil from August 8.Amid shifting regional dynamics, Pakistan is also stepping up Gulf diplomacy, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visiting Saudi Arabia as Islamabad supports efforts to ease tensions and strengthen regional ties.Get it: Fast, verified news for FREE ... download the Gulf News app — simply click herePakistan PM visits Saudi Arabia amid Gulf tensionsPakistan has intensified its diplomatic engagement in the Middle East, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arriving in Saudi Arabia for a three-day official visit from August 6-8.The visit comes as Islamabad seeks to support de-escalation efforts in the Gulf, encourage renewed dialogue between the United States and Iran, and strengthen ties with regional partners.India approves $2.5 billion plan to boost biogas production
US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know thsi evening
US-Iran tensions, rising oil and gold prices, and Middle East flight updates: What UAE residents must know this evening, August 6, 2026.






