The UAE, Bahrain and Egypt have condemned an Iranian attack on two UAE vessels affiliated with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) as …
UAE strongly condemns Iranian attack on Adnoc vessels transiting Hormuz
The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that targeting commercial shipping, using the Strait as a tool of economic coercion, represents acts of piracy by Iran’s IRGC …
MEES 2026 returns to Dubai, bringing together the region’s events community to shape what comes next
MEES 2026 returns to Dubai from 18–20 August 2026 with an expanded program of immersive experiences, industry-leading discussions, innovative content zones and the return of the Middle East Event …
Two UAE tankers ‘attacked by Iran’ while transiting Strait of Hormuz
In a statement posted on social media, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the attacks and stressed the necessity for Iran to cease attacks.
Dubai residential sales rise 2% in July, luxury transactions climb 22%
Dubai’s residential property market recorded a modest improvement in July, with overall sales transactions rising 2% and total transaction value increasing 3% month-on-month, according to Dubai Land …
UAE President offers condolences to Colombian leader over deadly earthquake
The magnitude 7.4 quake has killed 265 people, injured more than 3,500 and left almost 500 missing, according to local authorities …
UAE accuses Iran of attacks on two ADNOC vessels in Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates has condemned Iran for attacking two ships linked to the UAE’s national oil company in the Strait of Hormuz. The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) confirmed that “two of …
More than 11,000 Indian laborers lost their lives in Saudi Arabia and the UAE from 2021 to 2025, according to the Ministry of External Affairs
From 2021 to 2025, Saudi Arabia and the UAE represented over 71% of Indian worker deaths in Gulf nations.
Over 11k Indian workers died in Saudi, UAE each in 2021-25, MEA informs Parliament
Saudi Arabia and the UAE accounted for the vast majority of Indian worker fatalities across Gulf countries from 2021 to 2025 – over 71% of total recorded deaths. According to figures released by …
UAE President, Greek Prime Minister discuss regional developments and bilateral ties
Leaders address regional escalation, maritime security and global economic risks UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (right) and His Excellency Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime …
UAE Announces 1 Reason a Foreigner May Be Banned For Life From Entering Country
The UAE has revealed 1 reason a foreigner may face a ban from entering the country after serious breaches, fraud or security concerns are found by officials.
Hayat Programme saves more than 1,500 lives, strengthening UAE’s leadership in organ donation and transplantation
Hayat Programme saves over 1,500 lives with 549 deceased donors and 1,780 organ transplants since 2017, boosting UAE leadership in donation, advanced services, donor benefits and regional cooperation …
UAE seeks to placate Iran, releases $3 billion assets, 2 tonnes gold and 15 planes
The UAE also cleared the sale of 15 used passenger aircraft to Iranian airlines. Another 14 planes are reportedly due to arrive with help from Emirati companies.
Sharjah’s SEWA connects 2,497 new projects to electricity network in H1 2026
SEWA issued 807 preliminary electricity inspection certificates to facilitate electricity connection procedures for customers …
Sharjah launches smart screens for real-time bus arrival information
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has launched a project for real-time bus arrival information screens as part of its efforts to develop …
Sharjah Chamber empowers youth to harness AI opportunities in entrepreneurship and innovation
SHARJAH, 13th August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by SCCI Youth Council, organised a forum to mark International Youth Day, focusing on the role of …
The UAE’s first AI satellite is on its way to space — Altair-1 launches in October
The UAE’s first AI-enabled Earth observation satellite has left Dubai for the US, where Altair-1 launches in October as the first of 10 Orbitworks satellites.