There have been similar arrests across the Gulf since the US-Israel war with Iran began, but this is the largest of its kind to date.
Dubai travel update as 16 airlines suspend flights
14:25, Tue, Apr 21, 2026 Updated: 14:26, Tue, Apr 21, 2026 A wave of airline suspensions continues to impact routes to Dubai’s main airports, with multiple international carriers pausing operations or …
New wheat farm in Sharjah to double output and expand global market reach
The project is aimed at boosting food security, supporting farmers and expanding Sharjah’s access to international markets …
UK hopes to lure expats back from the UAE as war challenges Dubai’s appeal
The U.K. is seeking to lure British residents back from the UAE as war in the Middle East rattles confidence in Dubai’s safe‑haven image.
UK aims to attract expats from UAE amid Iranian strikes on Dubai
UK seeks to attract expats from UAE due to Iranian strikes on Dubai. Gulf state military action against Iran by April 30 at 7.5% YES.
Dubai hotels shut doors as tourism slowdown hits ahead of Arabian Travel Market
This cooling trend arrives at a critical moment, just as the industry prepares for the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which usually serves as a …
Dubai’s residential real estate pullback: Iran war & other factors weigh
Richard Paul, head of Professional Services at Savills Middle East, discusses spillover effects of the Iran War onto the Dubai property market. Though secondary residential property transactions …
UAE Dismantles Terrorist Organization
The UAE State Security Department (SSD) announced on Monday the dismantling of a terrorist organization and the arrest of its members, reported the country’s state news agency WAM. They were detained …
UAE official: More than 90% of Iran’s targets were civilian infrastructure
The minister of state said Iran had hit the United Arab Emirates with over 2,800 missiles and drones since the start of the war.
UAE officials reportedly warned they may be forced to use yuan or other currencies if they run low on dollars amid the Iran war
Any pivot away from the dollar by a top oil producer would represent a major threat to the currency’s supremacy.
Sharjah schools resume in-person classes with enhanced safety measures
At the Sharjah Private Education Authority, we uphold the belief that the safety of your children forms the foundation of their education. Guided by …
UAE reports dismantling of Iran-linked ‘terror’ cell
The United Arab Emirates has arrested members of an Iran-linked group that authorities accuse of plotting ‘systematic terrorist and sabotage acts’. The State Security Service said in a statement …
Nakheel awards $143m Dubai Islands contract, 49,000-home megaproject expands
Nakheel has awarded a major contract for infrastructure development at Dubai Islands to Al Nasr Contracting Company …
Sharjah Ruler witnesses wheat harvest, launches ‘QAND’ brand
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Monday morning attended the harvest ceremony of …
Abu Dhabi considers merging China investments into joint venture– report
Abu Dhabi is considering combining China-related holdings from L’imad Holding and Mubadala Investment into a jointly owned investment vehicle, Bloomberg reported, citing sources. The plan is intended …
Abu Dhabi-based BlueFive Capital is reportedly eyeing a US$3 billion aerospace and defense fund
BlueFive Capital, an Abu Dhabi-based private equity firm, is preparing to launch a fund focused on aerospace and defense investments with a target size of US$3 billion.According to a report by …
Leaders of Dubai-Based Unicorns Hail City as Global Innovation Hub Shaping Future Technology and Driving the Digital Economy
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, April 20, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Leaders of Dubai-based unicorn companies have reaffirmed the emirate’s status as a global hub for digital innovation and technology-led …