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The Modern Buildings Summit Dubai 2026 is scheduled to take place on 14–15 October 2026 at Dusit Thani, Dubai. The event will convene built environment professionals and decision-makers from across the GCC to discuss green building strategies, low-carbon development, and net-zero technologies. World Business Outlook serves as the official media partner for the industry gathering.
Global oil prices rose as the U.S. and Iran traded threats amid their seven-month war, stoking maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea. A commercial vessel was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving one crew member dead, while talks on a seven-day reopening proposal remain preliminary. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the conflict to be resolved through negotiations.
Brent crude climbed back over $105 a barrel amid warnings of expanding conflict between the United States and Iran. Maritime risks mounted following a fatal commercial ship strike in the Strait of Hormuz and threats to Red Sea energy routes. Diplomatic discussions during the United Nations General Assembly have produced little sign of a peace deal.
The UAE has suspended all flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the country following increased US sanctions pressure on Iran's aviation sector. The measure took effect on Thursday under a directive from the General Civil Aviation Authority. The move impacts major transit routes through Dubai and coincides with UAE central bank restrictions on Iran's Bank Melli.
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