The latest engagement brings the total number of intercepted threats since the start of the escalation to 520 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles, and 2,221 drones …
Unexpected repayment of $3.5 billion UAE loan puts pressure on Pakistani economy
By Asif Shahzad and Ariba Shahid ISLAMABAD, April 7 (Reuters) – Pakistan will return a $3.5 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates this month, two government officials said on Tuesday, raising …
Abu Dhabi property transactions more than double in Q1 2026 despite regional conflict
Abu Dhabi’s property market delivered a strong performance in the first quarter of 2026, with both transaction value and volume doubling year-on-year. The number of foreign direct investment (FDI) …
Dubai’s residential property market secures 44,100 transactions in Q1 2026 as off-plan sales rise 10.3%, says Cavendish Maxwell
Dubai, UAE – Dubai’s residential real estate market recorded 44,100 transactions in Q1 2026, says leading real estate advisory and property consultancy, Cavendish Maxwell. The off-plan segment, which …
Dubai’s residential property market posts 44,100 transactions in Q1
Ready sales fell 35% in March compared to a year ago, while off-plan remained stable with a 0.6% rise, it said …
Abu Dhabi emergency authority issues guidance on how to respond to falling debris
Authorities urged residents to remain calm and immediately move away from the area to a safe distance from the impact site …
Authorities in Sharjah respond to an attack on Thuraya Telecommunications Company’s administrative building in the Central Region
The Sharjah Government Media Bureau announced that authorities in the Emirate of Sharjah responded to an incident on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. This involved …
‘Complete and utter annihilation’: Iran issues warning over OpenAI’s Stargate AI data center in Abu Dhabi worth $30 billion
In a video message released by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the military group threatens to strike OpenAI’s $30B Stargate data center in Abu Dhabi …
UAE Intercepts 1 Missile and 11 Drones Amid Ongoing Attacks
The United Arab Emirates said its air defence systems intercepted one ballistic missile and 11 drones on April 7, as part of continued …
‘Lest you become Akhand Bharat’: Pakistan senator mocks UAE after $3 bn loan repayment
A fresh controversy has erupted after Pakistani Senator Mushahid Hussain mocked the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during a television appearance. This comes after reports suggesting that Abu Dhabi is …
Received an emergency phone alert? Here’s the latest advice for residents and tourists in Dubai
Dubai’s April 7 alert and all clear showed how geo targeted mobile warnings and Dubai Police response systems operate across the city daily …
UAE launches world’s first commercial U6GHz network, advancing path to 10Gbps connectivity
New spectrum deployment strengthens the UAE’s position in 5G-Advanced evolution and lays early groundwork for 6G …
Dubai’s DWTC draws nearly 3 million participants in 2025 as international attendance climbs
International visitors accounted for 43% of total participation, with around 951,000 attendees travelling to Dubai for meetings, exhibitions and conferences …
Emirates NBD announces fee waivers and discounts for UAE customers amid regional conflict
Dubai’s largest bank rolls out support package for small and medium enterprises and assures that its services remain fully operational, seamless and secure …
UAE’s Gargash: Iran attacked Gulf neighbours despite efforts to avoid war
The diplomatic adviser said the UAE’s stance has drawn strong support across the Gulf, signalling regional alignment …
Buy villa with Strait of Hormuz view: Dubai realtor’s pitch goes viral; netizens react
A Dubai property promotion has gone viral for pitching the controversial point amid the US Irean war. A Dubai realtor pitched the luxury villas with views of the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting buyers …
UAE refuses to be drawn into the war, even as Iranian missiles rain down
As a consequence, the city’s hotels are largely empty, its Uber drivers say they’re getting only a couple of rides a day, and there have been mass layoffs and pay cuts for hundreds of thousands of …