IMCTC Concludes Training for Gambia's Special Forces

The training included advanced exercises - SPA
The training included advanced exercises - SPA
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IMCTC Concludes Training for Gambia's Special Forces

The training included advanced exercises - SPA
The training included advanced exercises - SPA

The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) has concluded its field training for the special forces of the Gambia, marking the final phase of the "Competence Initiative" designed to enhance operational readiness against terrorist threats.

The training included advanced exercises such as building clearance, complex combat scenarios, urban maneuvering, armed engagement, hostage management, and live-fire drills, all simulating real operational environments.

It was delivered by IMCTC military experts, who conducted drills focused on improving coordination, response speed, accuracy, and high-risk situation management, enabling Gambian forces to perform their duties effectively, SPA reported.

This initiative is part of a broader series of military programs by the coalition in its member states, aimed at skill development, readiness enhancement, and establishing a foundation for joint military action, thereby reinforcing IMCTC's role in promoting stability and combating terrorism globally.



MWL Strongly Condemns Iran’s Attacks in Gulf

Vehicles drive along the highway leading to and from Kuwait City on March 2, 2026. (AFP)
Vehicles drive along the highway leading to and from Kuwait City on March 2, 2026. (AFP)
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MWL Strongly Condemns Iran’s Attacks in Gulf

Vehicles drive along the highway leading to and from Kuwait City on March 2, 2026. (AFP)
Vehicles drive along the highway leading to and from Kuwait City on March 2, 2026. (AFP)

The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned on Tuesday “the continued treacherous and indiscriminate Iranian” attacks against Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region.

In a statement, MWL Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Mohammed Al-Issa slammed the Iranian aggression against peaceful neighboring countries.

He described Tehran’s actions as a “terrorism and corruption” that “violate religious values, international and humanitarian laws, and bilateral agreements, and breach the principles of good neighborliness.”


Drones Hit Fuel Tank at Oman’s Duqm Port

A view of the Port of Duqm, Oman. (Oman News Agency)
A view of the Port of Duqm, Oman. (Oman News Agency)
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Drones Hit Fuel Tank at Oman’s Duqm Port

A view of the Port of Duqm, Oman. (Oman News Agency)
A view of the Port of Duqm, Oman. (Oman News Agency)

Drones targeted an Omani port on Tuesday, hitting a fuel tank, state media said, as Iran presses its campaign against the Gulf in response to US and Israeli strikes.

"A security source reported that fuel tanks at the commercial port of Duqm were targeted by a number of drones, one of which hit a fuel tank. The resulting damage was contained without any human casualties," the Oman News Agency (ONA) said.

The attack is the second on the port in three days, as Iran broadens its targets in the Gulf.

Oman, which played a mediation role in talks between the US and Iran, has called for a ceasefire in the war.

On Sunday, a worker was injured when two drones struck the same port. One hit accommodation for workers, while debris from the other landed near fuel tanks, reported ONA.

They were the first attacks on the Sultanate since war broke out, with Oman facing strikes despite acting as a mediator between Iran and the United States just days prior to the conflict.

On Monday, one person was killed in an attack on an oil tanker off the coast of the capital Muscat that caused an explosion and fire, authorities said.

The blast in the vessel's main engine room killed one crew member, an Indian national.


Saudi FM Holds Calls with Egyptian, Russian and Canadian Counterparts on Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
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Saudi FM Holds Calls with Egyptian, Russian and Canadian Counterparts on Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received separate phone calls from Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, the Saudi Press Agency said on Monday.

During the calls, the ministers discussed the latest regional developments, efforts to restore security and stability, and exchanged views on issues of mutual interest.