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UAE intercepts more drones, missiles as conflict rages on
The Ministry of Defence announced that the UAE air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them, while one ballistic missile fell inside the country. The ministry added that air defences also detected 131...
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UAE intercepts missiles, drones; war intensifies
The Ministry of Defence announced that UAE air defence systems successfully intercepted three ballistic missiles on Wednesday, and detected 129 drones, of which 121 were intercepted while eight fell within the territory of the state. The ministry...
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You’re safe in UAE, defence system working efficiently
Reem Al Hashimi, Minister of State for International Cooperation, emphasized that the UAE maintains its call for restraint and the importance of prioritizing serious dialogue and responsible diplomacy to navigate the ongoing crisis effectively. She...
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Mohamed, Putin discuss Iranian attacks on UAE
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed the blatant Iranian atacks targeting the territory of the UAE and...
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UAE shuts Tehran embassy, pulls out ambassador, staff
The United Arab Emirates has announced the closure of its Embassy in Tehran and the withdrawal of its Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran, along with all members of its diplomatic mission, in response to the blatant Iranian missile atacks that...
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US, Israel attack Iran
The US and Israel launched an atack of unprecedented scale against Iran on Saturday, reportedly killing more than 200 people, with Tehran launching a retaliatory missile barrage that sent people running for cover across the Middle East. Iran also...
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UAE ship with 7,300 tonnes of aid reaches Al Arish Port
The UAE’S humanitarian aid ship “Umm Al Emarat” (Mother of the Nation) has arrived at Egypt’s Al Arish Port carrying more than 7,300 tonnes of relief supplies to alleviate the dire conditions facing Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The shipment is part...
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Israel is trying to change Gaza’s demography: UN
Israel’s actions in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip seem aimed at creating “permanent demographic change,” UN rights chief Volker Turk said on Thursday. “Taken together, Israel’s actions appear aimed at making a permanent demographic change...
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No traffic woes as Etihad Rail reveals new facilities
Following the announcement of the UAE’S national passenger rail network, Etihad Rail has revealed new details on what passengers can expect when services start operating later this year. The passenger experience has been developed with a clear focus...
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UAE, Brazil leaders discuss ties, strategic partnership
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks on Tuesday with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, to explore ways to strengthen cooperation across a range of areas within the framework of the two countries’...
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US blizzard horror freezes travel plans of millions
A powerful blizzard dropped more than a foot of snow (30 centimetres) across parts of the US Northeast on Monday, bringing travel to a near standstill for millions of residents as the treacherous conditions closed roads, shut down schools and train...
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UAE’S humanitarian, medical aid convoys arrive in Gaza
The UAE has continued dispatching humanitarian aid convoys to the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, as part of its ongoing relief efforts to support the Palestinian people and alleviate their suffering amid the challenging humanitarian...
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US envoy’s comments on Israel’s rights spark ire
Arab and Muslim nations on Saturday sharply condemned comments by the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, who said Israel has a right to much of the Middle East. Huckabee made the comments in an interview with conservative commentator Tucker...
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TBHF to provide treatment for 1,000 amputee Gaza kids
The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) has announced the launch of the second edition of its Ramadan campaign, “For Gaza,” building on the initiative introduced last Ramadan to support orphaned children in the Gaza Strip. This year, the campaign focuses on...
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UAE pledges $1.2b to Gaza relief and reconstruction
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that the United Arab Emirates will provide $1.2 billion in support of Gaza through the Board of Peace. Thiscameduringsheikhabdullah’sparticipation in...
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UAE, US leaders focus on ties and regional stability
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received Lindsey Graham, member of the US Senate. During the meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed the friendship and strategic cooperation between the...
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UAE Rulers greet Islamic nations as Ramadan begins
The Presidential Court announced on Tuesday that Wednesday, the 18th of February 2026, will be the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan in the UAE. In a statement, The Presidential Court announced that based on the decision of the Moon Sighting...
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Starmer plans smartphone restrictions for young people
India’s progress in Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not only shape transformative solutions for the nation but also contribute to global advancement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday, as he inaugurated the ‘India AI Impact Expo 2026’ at...
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Hamdan honours Fouzia as winner of Arab Hope Makers
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, conferred the title of Arab Hope Maker and a cash prize of Dhs1 million...
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It is not going to be easy for Bangladesh Nationalist Party
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks in Abu Dhabi on Saturday with Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar. The meeting, which took place during the Qatari Emir’s fraternal visit to the UAE, saw...
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Mohammed’s drive to save 5 million kids from hunger
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the “11.5 Edge of Life” campaign, which aims to rescue 5 million children around the world from hunger. The campaign continues Sheikh...
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Bangladesh has realised a new dream, says Yunus
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) raced ahead of its rival Jamaat-e-islami on Thursday, early counting showed, ater tens of millions of Bangladeshis voted in a pivotal national election. It was the first vote since the 2024 Gen Zdriven uprising...
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Canada in shock; shooter kills students and others
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the shooting incident at a school in western Canada, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) reiterated the UAE’S strong condemnation of...
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All progress must focus on people: President, VP
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of His...
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UAE and Egypt leaders seek comprehensive Gaza peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday held talks with Abdel Fatah Al Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, in Abu Dhabi. Their talks reviewed fraternal ties and cooperation across a range of fields, with a...
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Mohamed’s stand on value of communication hailed
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited poet Saif Salem Ghanem Al Mansouri at his home in the Al Wathba area of Abu Dhabi. He was accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra...
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UAE praises Oman role in US and Iran negotiations
The United Arab Emirates welcomed the talks between the United States and Iran in Oman, affirming that this positive development reflects ongoing efforts to advance dialogue and promote de-escalation. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
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UAE ship with 4000 tonnes of Gaza aid reaches Al Arish Port
The Saqr Humanitarian Ship has arrived at Al Arish Port in the Arab Republic of Egypt, carrying more than 4,000 tonnes of humanitarian and relief aid to support the brotherly people of the Gaza Strip. The shipment comes as part of the UAE’S ongoing...
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UAE’S leaders and unity enhance its power: Saif
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, atended a keynote session delivered by Lt. General Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, on the final day...
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President thanks VP for solidifying WGS standing
The UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday thanked His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, for solidifying the World Governments Summit’s global...
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Empowering youth is top priority for us: President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday welcomed a delegation from the Arab Meeting for Young Leaders, held as part of the World Governments Summit 2026, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohamed wished the...
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President, VP welcome WGS guests, call for cooperation
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, welcomed guests of the UAE participating in the World Governments Summit 2026 (WGS),...
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President, VP inaugurate World Laureates Summit
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the World Laureates Summit (WLS), the largest global gathering of Nobel...
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UAE’S non-oil foreign trade crosses $1tr for first time: VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, stated that the UAE has completed the development of its investment ecosystem, doubled its international partnerships, strengthened cooperation with...
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Mohamed discusses pressing issues with Syria, Iran leaders
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday held a phone call with Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the call, the two leaders discussed relations between the UAE and Iran and ways to...
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Mohamed, Putin pledge to boost strategic partnership
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, on Thursday held talks in Moscow focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries and advancing cooperation...
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UAE, Italy Presidents seek diplomatic end to conflicts
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Alnahyanonwednesdayheldtalkswithsergiomattarella, President of the Italian Republic, to discuss opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation and the Uae-italy strategic partnership in line with their...
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VP floats Dhs100b DIFC Zabeel District project
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Tuesday launched DIFC Zabeel District, a landmark expansion of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) that will consolidate its status as the...
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President tells graduates to promote global peace
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday atended the graduation ceremony of the 50th batch of officer cadets and the first batch of university officer cadets at Zayed II Military College in Al Ain. Sheikh Mohamed...
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President, Putin’s envoy seek stronger cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday received Kirill Dmitriev, the Special Presidential Envoy for Foreign Investment and Economic Cooperation of the Russian Federation. During the meeting, Kirill Dmitriev conveyed...
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Zelensky thanks President as constructive talks end
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude on Saturday to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and to the United Arab Emirates for facilitating the trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. Zelensky said “I am grateful...
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President hails start of trilateral Ukraine talks
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Friday with the heads of delegations participating in the Us-russiaukraine trilateral talks hosted by the UAE as part of ongoing efforts to foster dialogue and explore political solutions...
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Leaders discuss UAE’S development priorities
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Shati, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin...
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Saudi, Qatar join Gaza board; Europe divided
Saudi Arabia and seven Muslim-majority countries including Gaza mediators Qatar and Turkey have agreed to join US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace,” the Saudi foreign ministry said on Wednesday. In a joint statement, Riyadh announced the...
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President accepts Trump’s invite to Board of Peace
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has accepted the invitation from the United States to join the Board of Peace as announced by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Sheikh...
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Mohamed and Modi stress importance of regular talks
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the India, met on Monday for talks aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation across various fields. The discussions were held within the framework of the...
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President and VP hail UAE’S enduring resilience, courage
The UAE marked the fourth anniversary of January 17th, known as the “Day of Solidarity,” which symbolises the values of Emirati pride and the strong bond between the leadership and its people. This occasion highlights the nation’s resilience and...
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Mohammed fetes winners of ‘Great Arab Minds’ award ’25
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, honoured the six winners of the Great Arab Minds 2025 edition at the Museum of the Future in Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed affirmed that the Great Arab...
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ADSW reflects UAE’S role as a ‘platform’ for action
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday atended the opening ceremony of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week is an annual global...
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Dhs5m fund, bank account for content creators floated
As part of the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, Creators HQ, the first dedicated creators’ hub in the UAE and the Middle East, in partnership with Alfan, the monetisation plaform, dedicated to content creators, launched the Social...
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Content creators shape our future for the better, says VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, atended the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s largest gathering dedicated to the content creation...
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Snowstorm freezes big Europe cities, flyers hit
Snow and ice stalled travellers in northwest Europe on Wednesday, forcing around a thousand to spend the night in Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport but delighting others who set out to explore a snow-blanketed Paris on sledges and skis. Storm Goreti blew...
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VP chairs Cabinet meeting, reviews 20 years’ progress
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired a Cabinet meeting held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohammed said, “Today, I chaired the Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al...
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President hails Mohammed’s indelible legacy of 20 years
In the presence of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met current and former ministers who have served with...
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Mohammed’s leadership creates a resilient Dubai
Twenty years have passed since Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid assumed the reins of power in Dubai, as Vice President of the UAE, the country he loves, and as Prime Minister, watering rose ater rose, and planting tree ater tree, raising structures for Dubai...
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UAE and others voice concern over worsening crisis in Gaza
The Foreign Ministers of the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt expressed their deepest concern regarding the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, which has been...
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President announces launch of citizen-led govt authority
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the launch of the Community-managed Virtual Authority, a new initiative inspired by the vision of the UAE’S Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed, to enhance the role of skilled...
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UAE STANDS TALL AS 2026 UNFOLDS
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a New Year message, extending his best wishes to people in the UAE and around the world. In a post on his X account, the UAE President said the new year should be welcomed with...
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Sultan approves Dhs44.5b budget, Emiratis in focus
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has formally approved the emirate’s general budget for 2026, with total expenditures amounting to Dhs44.5 billion, up by 3 per cent over the 2025...
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Over 16,000 flights hit as winter storm pummels US
A mix of snow and ice bore down on the US Northeast early on Saturday, disrupting postholiday weekend airline traffic and prompting officials in New York and New Jersey to issue weather emergency declarations even as the storm ebbed by...
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UAE and Pakistan firm up shared vision for growth
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif held talks on Friday on strengthening cooperation between the UAE and Pakistan, particularly in the fields of economy, investment, and development, in a way...
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UAE leaders call for peace, love in Christmas message
Rulers of the Emirates on Thursday have wished people celebrating the Christmas in the UAE and around the world. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated people celebrating Christmas in the UAE and around the...
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Sultan fulfils 65-year-old dream with Mleiha Dairy
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday inaugurated the Mleiha Dairy Factory, which spans 20,000 square metres and has a production capacity of approximately 600 tonnes. During...
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Social responsibility must to make UAE resilient: President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received a delegation representing banks and financial institutions that contributed to the initiative to waive the debts of Emiratis facing financial challenges. The initiative...
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Mohamed, Macron dwell on strengthening bilateral ties
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday welcomed Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, who is on a working visit to the country. The meeting was held at the Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi, where Sheikh...
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Sultan affirms all support for Palestinian institutions
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received on Saturday a delegation from Birzeit University (BZU), headed by Dr Hanan Ashrawi, Chairperson of the University’s Board of Trustees, at Dr...
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Sharjah stays incident-free; mercury plummets to 8.5˚C
The Sharjah Police confirmed that combined efforts and close cooperation with strategic partners successfully mitigated the impact of the recent weather system affecting the country, with no significant incidents reported. Sharjah Police operation...
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UAE readies contingency plans amid heavy rain
Light to heavy rain fell in various parts of the country on Thursday, including Ras Al Khaimah, and is expected to continue for 4 days as a result of the country being affected by an extension of a surface low pressure, accompanied by an extension of a...
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Faya is a central station in humanity’s memory: Sultan
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, atended the official ceremony on Monday for the inscription of “Faya” on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Sheikh Sultan was received by Sheikh Sultan Bin...
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UAE, EU leaders call for a clear path to Gaza peace
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, held a phone call on Monday to discuss cooperation between the UAE and the European Union, as well as ways to advance ties in...
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UAE, Cyprus leaders call for talks to end global conflicts
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Nikos Christodoulides, President of the Republic of Cyprus, held discussions on Sunday focused on enhancing cooperation as part of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two...
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US bombers, fighter jets fly along Venezuela’s coastline
Fighter jets, bombers and surveillance drones: the United States military has flown a variety of aircraft along Venezuela’s coast in recent weeks, an analysis shows, amid growing fears of conflict between the countries. Washington has amassed a huge...
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Gazans face cold, floods as supplies blocked: IOM
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Gazans face flooding of their tents and shelters by heavy rains, and materials for shelters and sandbags are not being allowed to enter the enclave, the UN International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said on...
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European leaders intensify efforts to end Ukraine war
The leaders of Britain, France and Germany held a call on Wednesday with US President Donald Trump to discuss Washington’s latest peace efforts to end the war in Ukraine, in what they said was “a critical moment” in the process. German Chancellor...
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Hamas threatens to stall next phase of Gaza truce
With the remains of one hostage still in Gaza, the first phase of the Us-brokered ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas is nearly complete, ater a two-month process plagued by delays and finger-pointing. Now, the key players - including...
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