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Missile Debris Falls on Dubai Building After Interception
WorldTimes of Indianewsbeastseeking-alpha5d ago3 sources

Missile Debris Falls on Dubai Building After Interception

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates reported that debris from an intercepted unknown missile fell on a building in the Dubai Marina area. No fire or injuries were reported from the incident.

Zelenskyy Secures Defense Cooperation with UAE Amid Gulf Visits
WorldAPBBCle-monde+67Al Jazeeradr-dkcnbcnosruvtagesschauukrainska-pravdafaz+59 more12d ago70 sources

Zelenskyy Secures Defense Cooperation with UAE Amid Gulf Visits

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the United Arab Emirates, securing a new defense cooperation agreement and discussing security. This visit follows a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, as Ukraine seeks broader arms partnerships with Gulf states to counter Iranian drones.

UAE Intercepts Iranian Missiles in Abu Dhabi, Injuring Five and Causing Fires
WorldTimes of Indiaindian-expressnaftemporiki+4gulf-newsexpress-tribunekhaleej-timesazernews13d ago7 sources

UAE Intercepts Iranian Missiles in Abu Dhabi, Injuring Five and Causing Fires

The United Arab Emirates successfully intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks, with debris from the interception injuring five people in Abu Dhabi near KEZAD and causing fires in industrial zones, as authorities respond to the incidents.

Torrential Rain Lashes Large Parts of UAE, Causing Widespread Flooding
WorldTimes of IndiaDawngulf-news+1khaleej-times13d ago4 sources

Torrential Rain Lashes Large Parts of UAE, Causing Widespread Flooding

Heavy rainfall has lashed large parts of the United Arab Emirates, from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and northern emirates, causing unstable conditions driven by a low-pressure system and leading to water-logged streets and prompting discussions on paid commute time.

Trump Extends Iran Deadline, Promotes Talks Amid Market Turmoil
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+78bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+70 more14d ago81 sources

Trump Extends Iran Deadline, Promotes Talks Amid Market Turmoil

US President Donald Trump has extended a deadline and promoted progress in talks with Iran, stating he is suspending attacks on Iranian energy plants. These diplomatic developments continue as military strikes persist, causing market volatility and stock drops.

Gulf Monarchies Fear Escalation of War Against Iran
Worldle-figaro17d ago

Gulf Monarchies Fear Escalation of War Against Iran

Monarchies in the Gulf, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, are increasingly concerned about the potential extension of the war against Iran and are actively seeking to avoid military intervention.

US Approves $7 Billion Arms Sale to UAE
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikibalkan-web+1newsbeast21d ago4 sources

US Approves $7 Billion Arms Sale to UAE

The US government has approved the sale of an additional $7 billion worth of weapons and ammunition to the United Arab Emirates, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Swedish Daily News Roundup: March 19th, 2026
Worldradio-sweden21d ago

Swedish Daily News Roundup: March 19th, 2026

A daily news summary from Sweden on March 19th, 2026, includes reports of a Swede injured in the UAE, Ikea job cuts, a fall in the Stockholm Stock Exchange, and PFAS contamination in cherry tomatoes.

Ukraine to debut at global humanitarian expo DIHAD 2026 in Dubai
Worldukrinform25d ago

Ukraine to debut at global humanitarian expo DIHAD 2026 in Dubai

Ukraine will participate for the first time in one of the world's largest humanitarian aid and development exhibitions – Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD) – which will take place on May 5-7, 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, provided the security situation allows.

Drone Debris Causes Casualty in Abu Dhabi Amid Rising Attacks
Worldaktuality-sk3d ago

Drone Debris Causes Casualty in Abu Dhabi Amid Rising Attacks

Falling debris from an intercepted drone attack in Abu Dhabi's industrial zone injured a Ghanaian citizen, resulting in a casualty. The United Arab Emirates is reportedly facing a growing wave of missile and drone attacks originating from Iran.

UAE Pulls Out of Rafale Fighter Jet Deal with France
TechnologyTimes of India4d ago

UAE Pulls Out of Rafale Fighter Jet Deal with France

The United Arab Emirates has withdrawn from negotiations for the upgraded F5 fighter jet program, leading France to solely finance the project. The collapse of the deal is attributed to a lack of local industry involvement and technology access for the UAE.

UAE Condemns Vandalism and Attacks Outside Damascus Diplomatic Mission
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UAE Condemns Vandalism and Attacks Outside Damascus Diplomatic Mission

The United Arab Emirates has condemned 'disturbances, acts of vandalism, and attacks' that occurred outside its diplomatic mission and the residence of its head of mission in Damascus, Syria.

US Approves Over $16 Billion in Arms Sales to UAE and Kuwait
WorldAl Jazeerahinduklix-ba+6naftemporikindtvbalkan-webseeking-alphazerohedgevanguard-ng21d ago9 sources

US Approves Over $16 Billion in Arms Sales to UAE and Kuwait

Washington has announced the approval of more than $16 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, two Gulf nations that have been impacted by recent events.

Air defense intercepted missile threats against targets in the United Arab Emirates
Worldnaftemporiki22d ago

Air defense intercepted missile threats against targets in the United Arab Emirates

Η αεράμυνα των Ηνωμένων Αραβικών Εμιράτων αναχαίτισε μια πυραυλική απειλή, ανέφεραν οι αρχές, καθώς το Ιράν έπληξε μια σημαντική εγκατάσταση φυσικού αερίου του Κατάρ. Η αεράμυνα αναχαίτισε πυραυλικές…

US Crude Stockpile Hits Highest Since June 2024, Exports Surge
Businesszerohedge22d ago

US Crude Stockpile Hits Highest Since June 2024, Exports Surge

US Crude Stockpile Hits Highest Since June 2024, Exports Surge Oil prices are ripping higher this morning (rebounding aggressively of overnight lows) after US and Israel attacked upstream Iranian energy assets for the first time since the war (While the US struck oil export hub Kharg Island late last week, it limited that attack to military targets began). Iran’s IRGC responded by publishing a list of Gulf energy sites in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar that “ha...

Sky considers ending controversial UAE news joint venture
WorldThe Guardian22d ago

Sky considers ending controversial UAE news joint venture

Sky News Arabia has been accused of broadcasting propaganda and whitewashing genocide in Sudan Sky is considering terminating its joint venture with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after accusations it is involved in broadcasting propaganda and genocide denial. Sky is in talks with its partner in the UAE on Sky News Arabia over the potential termination next year of the licence to use its brand. Continue reading...

Drone Attack Causes Fire in UAE Building
WorldDWTimes of Indiahindustan-times+3iefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast24d ago6 sources

Drone Attack Causes Fire in UAE Building

A drone attack caused a fire in a building in the emirate of Umm Al Quwain, located in the northern United Arab Emirates.

Hong Kong travel agencies suspend Middle East tours over safety concerns
WorldSCMP24d ago

Hong Kong travel agencies suspend Middle East tours over safety concerns

Hong Kong travel agencies have suspended all tours to the Middle East this month, including those requiring flight transfers through the region, citing safety concerns amid the ongoing war. The announcement was issued on Monday evening, after renewed Iranian drone strikes targeted Dubai International Airport and other infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates, in retaliation for US-Israeli attacks which began in late February. Wing On Travel said it had cancelled all tour groups scheduled to...

Missile and Drone Attacks Target United Arab Emirates
Worldmorgunbladid24d ago

Missile and Drone Attacks Target United Arab Emirates

Missile and drone attacks were carried out across the United Arab Emirates today, disrupting travel at Dubai Airport and causing a fire at a critical oil facility in the eastern part of the country, with one civilian casualty reported.

UAE and Bahrain Ink AED 20 Billion Currency Swap Deal
WorldTimes of India1d ago

UAE and Bahrain Ink AED 20 Billion Currency Swap Deal

The United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have signed a significant AED 20 billion currency swap agreement, aiming to deepen financial ties and boost local currency usage in trade. This five-year pact was formalized by their central bank governors.

Worldseneweb11d ago

Explosions Heard in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Witnesses reported hearing a series of explosions in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, though the cause remains unclear.

Opinionwsj15d ago

WSJ Opinion: UAE Confronts Iran

A Wall Street Journal opinion piece continues to highlight the United Arab Emirates' stance against Iran, detailing how the UAE is asserting itself in opposition to the Iranian regime.

Opinionwsj15d ago

WSJ Opinion: UAE Continues to Confront Iran

A Wall Street Journal opinion piece continues to highlight the United Arab Emirates' stance against Iran, detailing how the UAE is asserting itself in opposition to the Iranian regime with further analysis.

Worldzdg-md22d ago

Moldovan Driving Licenses Exchangeable in UAE Without Exams

Citizens of Moldova residing in the United Arab Emirates can now exchange their Moldovan driving licenses without needing to take theoretical or practical exams, following the entry into force of a memorandum of understanding between the two states.