Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has introduced a new regulatory framework for crypto exchange-traded derivatives (ETDs), laying out how licensed crypto companies can offer the …
NYU closes Abu Dhabi campus amid Iranian strike threats
NYU Abu Dhabi closed its campus after Iran threatened to strike U.S.-affiliated universities in the Middle East — with Iranian officials advising community members to evacuate at least one kilometer …
N.Y.U. Closes Its Abu Dhabi Campus as Iran Vows Retaliation for Strikes
After a university in Tehran was struck during the war, Iranian leaders said that the outposts of U.S. schools were “legitimate targets.” …
Pressure, not peace yet: How Saudi, UAE, Kuwait want the Iran war to go
The United States’ Gulf allies, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have reportedly urged US President Donald Trump to continue military action against Iran, arguing that Tehran has not been sufficiently …
Five Britons detained in UAE for taking pictures of Iranian attacks
At least five British people are being detained in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on charges relating to taking pictures of missiles and drones, Whitehall sources said.
Drone targets Thuraya Telecommunications building in Sharjah, authorities confirm no casualties
The statement also included a public advisory urging residents and businesses not to circulate unverified information …
Sharjah Telecom building targeted in drone attack, no injuries reported
A telecommunications facility in Sharjah was targeted in a drone attack on Monday, with authorities confirming no injuries were reported.The incident involved the administrative building of Thuraya …
Kuwaiti Oil Tanker Is Set Ablaze After Attack Off the Coast of Dubai
A Kuwaiti crude carrier was “directly attacked” by Iranian forces while anchored at the Dubai port in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait’s state news agency said Tuesday morning, citing the Kuwait …
Iran Strikes Fully Laden Kuwait Oil Tanker in Dubai Port
Iran hit a fully laden Kuwaiti oil tanker in the anchorage area of Dubai’s port, damaging the hull and starting a fire on board in an escalation of attacks on shipping in the Persian Gulf.
Kuwaiti oil tanker was hit in Iranian attack at Dubai port, alerts raised for possible oil spill
Authorities in Dubai confirmed they were responding to a drone attack on a Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters and that maritime firefighting teams were working to bring the fire under control. Kuwait …
Is it Safe to Travel to Dubai? What to Know as Flights Partially Resume
As flight schedules and daily life slowly resume in Dubai, here’s what travelers need to know about safety and visiting the city right now …
Administrative building in Sharjah region targeted by Iranian drone, UAE authorities announce
The post came after earlier warnings from the UAE Ministry of Defense that the emirate’s air defenses were actively engaged in interception activities.
Iranian Drone Targets Thuraya Facility in Sharjah
Authorities in Sharjah announced that the administrative building of Thuraya Telecommunications Company in the Emirate’s Central Region was …
Sharjah authorities respond to drone attack on telecom building
Authorities in the Emirate of Sharjah are responding to an incident involving a drone attack targeting the administrative building of Thuraya …
Fires reported at pumping stations along UAE’s ADCOP pipeline
By Newsbase Satellite imagery appears to show fires at two pumping stations along the UAE’s Habshan-Fujairah oil pipeline, a key export route designed to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, according to …
Five Britons in UAE jails for taking pictures of war
At least five British people are being detained in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on charges relating to taking pictures of missiles and drones, Whitehall sources said.
UAE willing to join international force to reopen Strait of Hormuz, FT reports
March 27 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates has told the U.S. and other Western allies it would participate in a multinational maritime taskforce to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the Financial Times …