By Lawrence Delevingne and Federico Maccioni DUBAI, March 18 (Reuters) – Laia Fernández has been working as normal as a crypto marketing executive from her high-rise apartment in Dubai’s gleaming …
UAE central bank launches resilience package amid Iran crisis
The United Arab Emirates central bank (CBUAE) on Tuesday approved a package aimed at reinforcing the stability of the country’s banking sector, as Gulf economies take action to withstand the Iran …
British Airways cancels flights to Dubai and other Middle East hubs until June
British Airways confirmed it was continuing to pause services to some Middle East destinations to give customers ‘clarity’ amid the ongoing conflict.
UAE sends emergency missile alert: Dubai confirms sounds heard across emirate were successful air defence interception amid Iran vs US-Israel war
UAE residents received rare emergency alerts for a potential missile threat, followed by loud sounds across Dubai. Authorities clarified these were successful air defence interceptions, not impacts.
Explosions in Dubai today: Multiple blasts heard across Dubai amid Iran war
Witnesses reported hearing multiple blasts, while videos shared on social media appeared to show interceptions in the sky above the city.
Newly released satellite images show damage dealt in Iran war across Middle East
Photos from first days of war reveal ships ablaze in Iran, military buildings destroyed in Abu Dhabi, and a fire at the world’s busiest airport for international travel in Dubai …
UK airline British Airways cancels ALL flights to Dubai until summer in big move
Dubai Airport has seen substantial flight disruption as British Airways announces it will halt all flights into Dubai until June as Iranian attacks on airports across the region continue …
UAE central bank launches resilience package for supporting stability of banking sector
The United Arab Emirates central bank says it has approved a comprehensive financial institution resilience package aimed at reinforcing the stability of the country’s banking sector. The central bank …
UAE Central Bank unveils resilience package as banking sector backed by $1.47tn strength
UAE Central Bank approves massive resilience package as banking sector reaches $1.47tn, with reserves above $270bn …
CBUAE board reviews strength, resilience of UAE’s financial system, banking sector; approves proactive financial institution resilience package backed by CBUAE’s assets of …
ABU DHABI, 17th March, 2026 (WAM) — Chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of …
Iran struck Dubai airport and Bitcoin broke $75,000: Why the war is escalating militarily but de-escalating economically
The war in Iran is entering its 18th day and the conflict has now spilled over to neighbouring countries in the Gulf, affecting civilian and economic infrastructure. Yesterday, an Iranian drone struck …
Iran issues urgent evacuation warning for Dubai and Doha: The Gulf on the brink of major escalation
Could a direct conflict erupt within hours?
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Dubai property index down 30%, says BBC
A drone incident near Dubai International Airport affected one of the fuel tanks, the Dubai Media Office said. The attack triggered a fire near the airport, which civil defence crews later brought …
Photos: Satellite images begin to show damage wrought by Iran war
Satellite images are beginning to be released giving a glimpse into the toll of the Iran war, with ships ablaze in an Iranian port and destroyed buildings at an American base.
Satellite images show Iran war destruction with ships ablaze and airport on fire
Satellite images are giving a glimpse into the toll of the Iran war, with ships ablaze in an Iranian port and destroyed buildings at an American base. Information has so far been scarce about the …
Du pairs with Huawei to ramp up 5G Advanced push across UAE
UAE telco Du has signed a strategic MoU with Huawei that will see the mobile carrier ramp up its 5G+A (5G Advanced) rollout across the Emirates. The agreement will also enable Du to leverage Huawei’s …
PM Modi speaks to UAE President, agree on keeping Strait of Hormuz safe
Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to deliberate on the situation in West Asia. The two dignitaries emphasized the importance of safe …