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Gulf Tensions Soar: UNSC Demands Iran Halt Attacks; Drones Target Saudi Oil; Firms Evacuate Dubai
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News18•12-03-2026, 01:02
Gulf Tensions Soar: UNSC Demands Iran Halt Attacks; Drones Target Saudi Oil; Firms Evacuate Dubai
•UN Security Council demanded Iran immediately halt attacks on Gulf states, citing breaches of international law and threats to peace.
•Saudi Arabia intercepted seven drones targeting its Shaybah oil field amidst escalating regional tensions.
•UNSC resolution passed with 13 votes, specifically naming Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Jordan as targets of Iran's attacks.
•PwC, Deloitte, Citi, and HSBC closed offices in Dubai and Qatar following Iran's threats to target economic infrastructure.
•China condemned attacks on Gulf states, expressed willingness to de-escalate, and criticized US/Israel actions while engaging in peace talks with Iran.
