Now, however, Dubai’s reputation for safety has been shattered.
Relief for stranded flyers! UAE waives visa overstay fees as thousands remain stuck amid Middle East conflict
UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security said that the exemption would apply to all who could not travel because of flight suspensions or rescheduling due to …
No fines for stranded travellers: UAE waives visa overstay penalties
UAE waives visa overstay fines for tourists and residents unable to leave due to airspace closures. Learn who is eligible and get the latest flight updates.
UAE waives visa overstay fines following airspace closure
UAE visas – including visit visas, tourist visas, exit permits and residents who cancelled their residency permits – will be exempt from fines incurred on or after Saturday February 28.
UAE’s property sector faces reckoning after Iran strikes
The UAE’s years-long property boom faces its first real test after Iranian missile strikes shattered the Gulf’s safe-haven aura, rattling investors and exposing how heavily Dubai and Abu Dhabi rely …
Abu Dhabi attractions closed: Which attractions are temporarily shut?
A statement released on the attractions website reads: “Due to the current circumstances, the Abrahamic Family House is closed, and all activities and guided tours are suspended until further notice.” …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain War News LIVE: US Preparing for Prolonged War, CENTCOM Requests More Intelligence Staff
Follow real-time updates from the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict as tensions spread across the Middle East. Stay tuned for the latest advisories, missile strikes, military responses and evacuation …
They moved to Dubai in pursuit of the expat dream. They’re not giving it up so easily.
“It doesn’t matter where we live globally because there is always going to be some political theatre occurring somewhere in the world,” one Dubai-based expat said.
Scary videos from Abu Dhabi’s Al Salam base, Zayed Port emerge amid Iran strikes; UAE’s oil platform hit – Watch
The Al Salam naval base in Abu Dhabi was struck by Iranian drones on Sunday …
Shiny skylines, tax-free salaries: How Dubai rose as a safe haven and the Saturday that shook it
All changed on Saturday for Dubai, which for decades has been described as a city with shimmering skylines and immune from other Middle East activities.
UAB opens branch in Dubai Festival City
Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Faisal Bin Sultan Al Qassimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of United Arab Bank (UAB), inaugurated the Bank’s new branch at Dubai Festival City Mall. The inauguration …
Harry Potter Theme Park Coming to Abu Dhabi Will Be First with Both Hogwarts and Diagon Alley: Report
Universal Orlando is also home to the famous sites from the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, but they are split between multiple parks …
NextWhat Advertising secures marketing mandate for VFS Global in Dubai’s Wafi Mall
NextWhat Advertising has secured the marketing rights for VFS Global’s Visa Application Centre at Wafi Mall, Dubai. This location is one of the city’s most unique advertising destinations, attracting …
Emirati Leaders, Seeking to Project Calm, Go to the Mall
A video released by Dubai’s government of the Emirati president visiting a mall underscored the authoritarian country’s efforts to maintain its placid reputation amid spiraling violence.
Strait of Hormuz disruption threatens Middle East food imports
Parts of the Middle East are being cut off from vital food imports as vessels avoid the Strait of Hormuz, raising the risk of shortages across the Gulf and adding pressure to already high food prices …
UAE has essentials to cover six months, imports continue
The ministry conducts daily monitoring of stock levels at suppliers and major retail centres and maintains real time price oversight …
Iran war: Pak plans to import oil via Red Sea
The United States has been pressuring India to halt oil imports from Russia. Following the war, India reportedly took oil cargoes from Russia in bulk to secure fuel supplies through the Red Sea.