India, May 18 — A drone strike near the UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant has sharply increased tensions in the Middle East and raised fears of a wider regional conflict involving Iran and the United States.
UAE landlords can now screen tenants by credit score; here’s how it works
Etihad Credit Bureau’s new tenant-screening tool allows landlords to request credit scores after tenant approval through UAE PASS.
Dubai court orders man to return Dhs890,000 he received for a failed apartment deal
Dubai Civil Court obligated an Asian to pay Dhs890,000 to another with five per cent annual interest after it had been proven that he received the money to …
World’s largest virtual meet: Dubai Police sets Guinness record with 9,348 staff
The virtual gathering, titled Front Line Heroes, also aligned with the Proud of the UAE national campaign launched by Sheikh Mohammed …
Dubai issues over 167,000 golden visas to families of skilled professionals
Dubai has issued over 167,000 Golden Visas to families of specialized professionals since 2021, underscoring its commitment to attracting global talent and long-term residents. The emirate is …
Sheikh Mohammed visits Dubai cafe founded by Emirati entrepreneur
Cherry House described the visit from the Dubai Ruler as “the beginning of something special” after sharing photos online …
Crypto.com secures UAE license for government crypto payments
Regulatory milestone: Crypto.com received a Stored Value Facilities license from the UAE Central Bank, allowing crypto payments for Dubai government fees. Exclusive service: It becomes the only VASP …
Sharjah and Oman to open logistics route
In response to ongoing disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz, Sharjah and Oman have officially launched a new logistics corridor to facilitate smoother movement of goods by sea and land. The initiative …
Dubai eases real-estate visa norms: should investors buy amid West Asia conflict?
The new visa rules improve accessibility but investment decisions should not be driven solely by residency benefits, say experts. Investors should evaluate projects based on developer credibility, …
Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war
A drone strike sparked a fire on the edge of the United Arab Emirates’ sole nuclear power plant on Sunday in what authorities called an “unprovoked terrorist attack.” …
Iran, US-Israel war LIVE updates: India condemns strike near UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant; Abu Dhabi warns Tehran of retaliation over ‘unprovoked attacks’
Tensions in the Middle East remain high as Donald Trump warns Iran to “move fast” towards a deal while Tehran says it still distrusts the US. Israel has intensified strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, the …
‘Dangerous escalation’: India condemns drone strike near UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, urges restraint
In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs urged all sides to exercise restraint and return to dialogue and diplomacy to prevent further tensions.
Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant
By Florence Tan SINGAPORE, May 18 (Reuters) – Oil prices extended gains on Monday as efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran appeared to have stalled, after a nuclear power plant in the United …
Dubai set for slower Eid al Adha airport traffic
Passenger traffic through Dubai International Airport (DXB) could fall as much as a quarter during this year’s Eid Al Adha holiday compared with 2025, as the Iran conflict weighs on regional aviation.
Dubai fast-tracks overland cargo flows via Oman amid regional trade disruptions
DUBAI: Exemplifying Dubai’s remarkable readiness and agility in responding to developments impacting regional and global trade flows, Dubai Customs announced exceptional results and highlighted …
Netanyahu ‘blunder’ threatens US-backed Israel-UAE alliance at critical moment with Iran: analyst
U.S.-brokered Israel-UAE alliance shows signs of strain after Netanyahu’s claimed secret UAE visit drew a swift denial amid rising Iran tensions.
China, US, and UAE Launch First Joint Crackdown on Crypto Romance Scams in Dubai
China, the US, and UAE conducted their first joint crackdown on crypto romance scams in Dubai, arresting 276 suspects across nine fraud compounds.