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Switzerland talks on US, Iran agreement put off
The Us-iran talks in Switzerland, planned for Friday, were postponed as fighting flared in Lebanon, creating new uncertainty about the timing of negotiations vital to ensure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping. Israel and...
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US and Iran leaders sign interim deal to end war
The US on Thursday lifted a blockade of Iranian ports imposed during the Middle East war after President Donald Trump signed a deal to end the conflict, as uncertainty surrounded planned talks in Switzerland aiming to take the accord further. The...
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UAE and Egypt leaders discuss regional stability
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Wednesday with Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Évian-les-bains, France. The two leaders discussed bilateral...
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UAE is committed to world peace, reaffirms Mohamed
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan participated in the 52nd G7 Leaders’ Summit, hosted by the French Republic in Évian-les-bains on Tuesday. The summit brought together the leaders of the G7 countries, consisting of France,...
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UAE and Egypt leaders discuss relations, region
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi during a fraternal visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt. The two leaders discussed the strong relations between the UAE and Egypt...
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Rakul shares glimpses from her NY visit with husband
Three UAE humanitarian aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip this week, comprising 42 trucks carrying 544 tonnes of food aid, food parcels, and shelter assistance as part of “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3,’ in support of the Palestinian people and to help...
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UAE denies reports on funds transfer to Iran
The United Arab Emirates has categorically denied reports published by certain international media outlets alleging the transfer of funds from the UAE to Iran. The allegations concern $3 billion. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
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US, Iran reach a final, agreed upon text: Pak
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said on Friday the United States and Iran have agreed to wording of an agreement aimed at ending their war in the Middle East and that mediators were working with both sides to finalise a deal. Shahbaz said the...
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CARNIVAL BEGINS
After weeks of build-up, World Cup 2026 has finally arrived and was kickstarted with a bang with a glitzy opening ceremony in Mexico City followed by the first match of the tournament – Mexico v South Africa. Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy had...
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7.8 quake rocks Philippines, over 30 killed, dozen missing
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines on Monday killed at least 35 people, according to provincial authorities, after toppling buildings and sparking tsunami warnings across the region. National disaster authorities said at least a...
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UAE convoys with 740 tonnes of food arrive in Gaza Strip
Four UAE humanitarian aid convoys, carrying 740 tonnes of food parcels aboard 60 trucks, entered the Gaza Strip this week as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, supporting the Palestinian people and helping address their humanitarian needs amid...
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UAE flays missile and drone attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain
The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms terrorist drone and missile attacks by Iran targeting the State of Kuwait and the Kingdom of Bahrain. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) affirmed that these terrorist...
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Pressure mounts further as Iran faces new US curbs
The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on a network allegedly exporting Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from Iran to South and Eastern Asia by falsely flagging it as originating in Oman, the Treasury said. Last month’s drone atack on the UAE’S...
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US House votes to curtail Trump’s Iran war powers
President Donald Trump on Thursday slammed a vote in the US House seeking to order the withdrawal of American troops from the Iran war, suggesting the “unpatriotic” move disrupted negotiations with Tehran. Trump has ranted about “grandstanding”...
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UAE condemns attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
The UAE on Wednesday condemned in the strongest terms terrorist drone and missile attacks by Iran targeting the State of Kuwait. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) affirmed that these terrorist attacks constitute a flagrant...
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UAE, other nations flay settlers’ Aqsa incursions
The Foreign Ministers of the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Türkiye, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the State of Qatar condemn in...
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Moderna, groups get $60m to manufacture Ebola vaccine
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, ‘Naseej’ the National Initiative for Textile Circularity has been launched as a strategic mandate contributing to the transition of the textile sector toward a circular...
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Iran says doesn’t trust US as Trump toughens terms
Iran’s chief negotiator warned on Sunday that the United States was not to be trusted, saying Tehran would not agree to any deal with Washington unless it fully secured Iranian rights. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf’s remarks came as reports emerged that US...
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UAE GDP reaches Dhs1.9tr, grows by 6.2% in ’25: FCSC
The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC) announced that the UAE’S real gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 6.2 per cent in 2025 compared to 2024, reaching Dhs1.9 trillion. Non-oil GDP increased by 6.8 per cent during 2025 compared to...
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Trump lists key demands from Tehran in final deal
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was making his decision on a potential deal with Iran, though Tehran insisted there was still “no final agreement” on ending the Middle East war. A report from Iran’s Fars news agency also rebuted...
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UAE, Arab world condemn terrorist attacks on Kuwait
The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms terrorist drone and missile attacks by Iran targeting the State of Kuwait. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) affirmed that these terrorist attacks constitute a flagrant...
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Rulers exchange Eid greetings, pray for peace and prosperity
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday received Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, together with Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers, Sheikhs, and well-wishers on the occasion of Eid Al...
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Pilgrims pray at Arafat as Hajj reaches its peak
Around 1.7 million pilgrims prayed on Mount Arafat on Tuesday at the climax of the Hajj pilgrimage, defying searing temperatures under the desert sun. The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) of Saudi Arabia announced on Tuesday that the total...
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Millions initiate Hajj rituals in sizzling heat
The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, officially began on Monday. More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from outside the country, Saleh Bin Saad Al Murabba, commander of the Hajj passport forces, said on...
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Mohamed, Trump, Arab leaders discuss security
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan took part in a joint phone call with several leaders to discuss regional developments and efforts to advance diplomatic solutions that support regional security and stability. Those taking...
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Iran and US closing in on deal to end war: Officials
The United States and Iran are close to agreeing on a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war, two regional officials and a diplomat said on Saturday, as the United States has weighed a new round of attacks on the Islamic...
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Any accord must ‘address’ root cause of ME instability
The US and Iran have just a “50-50” chance of reaching an agreement that would free up the Strait of Hormuz, Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said on Friday, but stressed that any political setlement must address the root...
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Iran hardens stance on nuke issue amid push for peace
Iran’s Supreme Leader has issued a directive that the country’s near-weapons-grade uranium should not be sent abroad, two senior Iranian sources said, hardening Tehran’s stance on one of the main US demands at peace talks. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s...
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UAE flays drone attacks on Barakah from Iraqi territory
The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the unprovoked terrorist drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory, including an attack targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant on Sunday, which struck an electricity generator located outside the inner...
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UAE intercepted six drones over past 48 hours: Ministry
The Ministry of Defence announced that over the past 48 hours, UAE air defence systems successfully detected and intercepted six hostile drones that attempted to target civilian and vital areas in the country. The air defence forces successfully...
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UAE plans to train 80,000 employees in Agentic AI
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, chaired the UAE Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi on Monday. Sheikh Mohammed said: “Today I chaired a Cabinet meeting at Qasr...
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Fire outside Barakah nuke plant, UAE intercepts UAVS
The Ministry of Defence announced that the UAE air defence systems on Sunday intercepted three UAVS that entered the country from the western border direction. The ministry said that two of the UAVS were successfully intercepted, while the third...
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Putin thanks UAE for help on resolving issue of prisoners
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed various aspects of cooperation and joint efforts aimed at strengthening the...
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UAE, Indian leaders explore ways to enhance trade ties
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation within the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Comprehensive Economic Partnership...
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Hormuz should stay open, say US and China leaders
US President Donald Trump discussed the Iran war with China’s President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, while new attacks on vessels near the Strait of Hormuz brought a reminder of the costs of a prolonged stalemate, with peace talks stalled. After...
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Trump arrives in China, says we’re 2 superpowers
US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for his highly anticipated summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at a restless moment for a world worried about war, trade and artificial intelligence. The visit occurs at a delicate moment for...
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Ability to work with future tech is key to success: VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman...
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No end to war in sight as Iran, US reject talks terms
Iran said on Monday it had demanded the release of its frozen assets and the end of a US blockade of its ports, after President Donald Trump angrily rejected Tehran’s terms for starting negotiations to halt the Middle East war. The sharp exchange of...
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UAE flays attacks; Iran responds to US plan
Iran has sent its response to the latest US ceasefire proposal via Pakistani mediators and wants negotiations to focus on permanently ending the war, Iran’s state-run media said on Sunday. Pakistan confirmed receiving it. Iran seeks to end the war on...
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Truce holds as US awaits Iran’s response to deal
A tenuous ceasefire appeared to be holding on Saturday, a day ater the United States struck two Iranian oil tankers. The United States waited for Iran’s response to its latest proposals to end more than two months of fighting and begin peace...
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President and Ruler of UAQ discuss citizens’ wellbeing
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain (UAQ), accompanied by Sheikh Rashid Bin Saud Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Crown Prince of...
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Mohamed, Sisi reaffirm push for regional peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, who is on a fraternal visit to the UAE. The two sides discussed fraternal ties and cooperation, particularly in areas...
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Empowering industries a priority: President, VP
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026, held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). During the tour, Sheikh Mohamed reviewed the latest innovations,...
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UAE leaders extol Armed Forces on Unification Day
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said that since its founding, the UAE has pursued prosperity for its people and for the world, while responding with decisiveness and strength to anything threatening its sovereignty,...
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UAE condemns renewed unprovoked Iran attacks
The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed terrorist, unprovoked Iranian attacks targeting civilian sites and facilities in the country using missiles and drones, which resulted in the injury of three Indian nationals. In a statement,...
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India is all set to declare poll results in key states
Nearly 25 crore (50 million) people in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, and Assam have just finished voting in one of the most important elections in recent times. As we wait for the official results on Monday, early data shows a major struggle...
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UAE resumes normal air traffic operations
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the full resumption of normal air navigation operations within UAE airspace and the liting of temporary precautionary measures. The decision was taken ater a comprehensive evaluation of...
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UAE calls for unconditional reopening of Hormuz at UN
Khalifa Bin Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State, called for the immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and for Iran to be held fully accountable for its unlawful obstruction of international navigation, in his remarks before the...
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US seeks help from global coalition to reopen Hormuz
The US is launching an international coalition to restart shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, an official confirmed on Thursday, as the vital waterway remains largely cut off amid stalled talks with Iran. The “Maritime Freedom Construct” (MFC) will...
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President, UAE leaders and Bahrain King discuss ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain, who is on a visit to the UAE, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime...
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GCC security indivisible: UAE
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, participated in the 19th GCC Consultative Summit in Jeddah, held on Tuesday in Jeddah,...
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Tehran offers to reopen Hormuz if blockade lifted
Iran has offered to end its choke-hold on the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade on the country and ends the war in a proposal that would postpone discussions on the Islamic Republic’s nuclear programme, two regional officials said...
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VP sets up Dhs1b fund to support critical industries
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has approved multiple decisions during the Cabinet meeting, and reviewed the preparations for the 5th Make it in the Emirates plaform. Decisions...
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Uncertainty hangs over Iran-us talks in Pakistan
The latest ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran appeared to fail on Saturday before they began, as Tehran’s top diplomat let Pakistan and President Donald Trump soon aterward said he had told envoys not to travel to Islamabad. The...
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Mohammed launches dates factory to fight world hunger
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the launch of the 1 Billion Meals Dates Factory, with an annual production capacity of 150 million date-based food units. The announcement...
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AI will power 50% of govt services in two years: VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired the UAE Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. Sheikh Mohammed said, “Under the directives of President His Highness...
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UAE and Syria Presidents discuss regional security
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Ahmed Al Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed fraternal relations and ways to strengthen...
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Empowering citizens main goal of UAE, stress leaders
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, accompanied by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al...
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UAE, Albania leaders vow to strengthen economic ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday received Edi Rama, Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further develop Uae-albania...
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UAE believes in constructive partnerships, says President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnessed the swearing-in of a number of newly appointed UAE ambassadors. During the ceremony, Sheikh Mohamed wished the ambassadors success in carrying out their duties and in...
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Iran tightening control of Hormuz, US warns Tehran
Iran said it was tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, warning mariners the vital energy route was again closed, but President Donald Trump said Tehran could not blackmail the United States by shutting the waterway. Tehran said it...
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Mohamed, Hamad conduct inspection of Fujairah Port
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday met His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah. During the meeting, Their Highnesses discussed a number of national issues in...
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Lebanon, Israel agree on 10-day truce, says Trump
US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that Lebanon and Israel had agreed on a 10-day ceasefire, as optimism grew that the Iran war may be nearing an end. Trump said in a social media post that the ceasefire would start at 5:00 pm EST (2100...
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UAE, Iran leaders discuss regional de-escalation
His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, held a phone call with Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Iran, during which they...
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President, European leader discuss regional instability
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday received António Costa, President of the European Council, who is visiting the UAE as part of a regional tour. During the meeting, the two sides discussed developments in the...
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UAE, Bahrain leaders discuss relations and regional peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain during a fraternal visit to the country. The two sides discussed the close ties and cooperation between the UAE and Bahrain, as...
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President, India FM discuss implications of ME conflict
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday received Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India. During the meeting, Jaishankar conveyed to Sheikh Mohamed the greetings of Narendra...
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President, VP hail forces for keeping UAE safe during war
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan met His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President,...
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Abu Dhabi to host WB, IMF annual meetings
The UAE has announced that it will host the 2029 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Abu Dhabi, in yet another vote of international confidence in the country’s economy. The move will further reinforce...
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UAE, UK leaders discuss global security, economy
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, who is on a visit to the UAE. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed and Starmer discussed developments in the Middle...
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UAE closely monitoring Us-iran ceasefire: MOFA
The United Arab Emirates is closely following the announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement’s provisions to ensure Iran’s full...
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Russia, China veto UN resolution on Hormuz
Russia and China on Tuesday vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz that had been repeatedly watered down in hopes those two countries would abstain. The vote – 11-2, with two abstentions from Pakistan and...
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UAE, Kuwait discuss moves to buttress people’s safety
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister conveyed to Sheikh Mohamed the greetings...
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Leaders of UAE and Italy slam attacks on civilians
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, discussed the latest regional developments and their serious implications for security and stability, as well as their impact on...
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UAE, Congo emphasise impact of war on region
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed cooperation, particularly in...
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40m pupils from 60 nations join Arab Reading Challenge
The Arab Reading Challenge has set an unprecedented achievement, as 40,286,428 ( more than 40 million) students from 60 countries joined its tenth edition, including 76,062 students of determination. The figures show a 24% increase compared to the...
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