Any crackdown on Iran’s shadow financing networks in the Gulf state would strangle Tehran’s access to foreign currency and global trade.
UAE considering multibillion dollar Iranian asset freeze following attacks
The move would come after the UAE had privately warned Iran of its possibility, anonymous sources told the Journal, but it is unknown when exactly the Emirati government will act. The UAE is …
“No drama”: Influencer accused of “normalizing war” over post about “no fear” vacation in Dubai amid missile strikes
Critics online accused her of downplaying the reality of war and “normalizing” a dangerous situation unfolding overhead. On Tuesday, Marrey posted to her Threads account @the.jade.life to report that …
Emirates NBD bank waives fees for cash withdrawals from other ATMs
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Emirates NBD bank on Friday announced waiving fees for cash withdrawals from ATMs in the …
UAE suspends visa overstay fines for stranded travellers amid regional airspace closure
The exemption applies to those unable to travel because flights were suspended or rescheduled due to the “exceptional regional circumstances,” covering fines incurred from February 28, 2026 …
Dubai dim sum buffet serving unlimited lobster dumplings
A restaurant in Dubai offers a buffet centered around dim sum, with a focus on lobster-filled dumplings and steamed bao. Diners receive baskets of freshly prepared dim sum as they continue ordering …
Dubai, UAE, Iran War LIVE News Updates: Drone interception in Abu Dhabi leaves 6 Pakistani and Nepali workers injured
SpiceJet will run nine special flights from Fujairah to Mumbai and four flights from Fujairah to Delhi. In addition, one special flight will fly from Dubai to Pune.
Air travel latest as Emirates resume some Dubai flights
New flights to the UK from the Middle East follow days of widespread air travel disruption which had left Britons stranded.
Dubai’s social influencer-cultivated reputation of being a safe haven just went up in smoke
Influencers have been flocking to Dubai in recent years, with an estimated 50,000 calling the UAE emirate home. But as the latest Middle East conflict shakes the destination’s reputation as a “safe …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and Bahrain War News Live Updates: Explosions Rock Bahrain’s Capital Manama as Iran Presses Gulf Retaliation
Follow real-time updates as the US-Israel war with Iran expands across the Middle East, triggering missile exchanges, air defence interceptions and growing regional security concerns. Track the latest …
Are Dubai property prices about to drop?
UAE real estate leaders are monitoring investor sentiment and foreign demand after regional tensions, with analysts assessing potential impacts on the sector. Are Dubai property prices about to drop?.
Pakistan seeks settlement with Etisalat in $800m dispute
Pakistan estimates 34 properties due to Etisalat are worth $92 million, a government official said, meaning the telecom operator could still owe the government $708 million in a near-decade long …
Dubai real estate magnate: There could be a property cooldown, but I don’t see it
Mohamed Alabbar acknowledged the attacks but insisted investors were still confident in Dubai and that “smart capital” will continue to flow into the city.
Dubai no longer a safe bet? Rich Asians look to move assets to Singapore as US-Iran conflict widens
Wealthy Asians are increasingly seeking to relocate their assets to Singapore and Hong Kong due to concerns about the UAE’s stability amidst the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
Crisis management for S’pore banks, fund managers in Dubai as conflict sparks anxiety among clients
It is still very early to assess the longer-term implications for wealth flows into other safe havens including Singapore. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Dubai regulator flags KuCoin for unlicensed crypto services in UAE
Dubai’s digital assets regulator has warned that cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has been operating in the emirate without the required authorisation. The alert from the Virtual Assets Regulatory …
Stranded in the UAE? This Sharjah developer is offering 100 free rooms for affected families
Sharjah developer Arada is offering stranded travellers free temporary accommodation and meals at Aljada’s Nest Campus following widespread flight cancellations. Stranded in the UAE? This Sharjah …