ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from His Excellency Hristijan Mickoski, Prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia, during which they discussed recent developments in the region. His Excellency Mickoski expressed his country’s condemnation of the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the territory of the UAE …

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE is further consolidating its standing as a leading regional and global centre for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), supported by its status as a major aviation market and as home to large and expanding fleets operated by national carriers with a strong international presence. The UAE ranks among the largest aviation markets in …

ABU DHABI / WAM The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the United Arab Emirates has announced the activation of operational plans to contain the repercussions of the developments taking place in the region, affirming that the UAE’s aviation sector continues to manage passenger traffic in an organised and flexible manner to mitigate the impact of successive amendments to flight …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Defence has announced that specialised teams on Sunday responded to an incident resulting from the targeting of a warehouse at Al Salam naval base in Abu Dhabi by two Iranian drones, leading to a fire in two containers storing general materials, with no casualties reported. The ministry strongly condemned the military targeting, describing …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Capital.com, a global fintech group operating in the regulated online trading sector, today published its 2025 trading platform activity summary, reporting $3.42 trillion in client trading volume for the year. The group reported that the Middle East accounted for approximately 50% of total activity, underscoring the region’s growing importance. In all, trading volumes increased 92.1% year-on-year, …

GULF TIME This Eid al-Fitr, swap city crowds for crisp mountain air with a rejuvenating escape to Graubunden—Switzerland’s largest region, known for dramatic mountain scenery, luxury wellness retreats, scenic train journeys and charming resort towns. Ideal for GCC travellers seeking cooler weather, privacy and meaningful family time, Graubunden offers a balanced mix of relaxation, nature and refined experiences. Where to …

GULF TIME As homes come together for iftar and late-evening suhoor gatherings, Ramadan becomes a season shaped by generosity, conversation and the natural flow of guests between living, dining and outdoor spaces. Known for its refined approach to contemporary living, Minotti presents a hosting edit designed to support both intimate family moments and larger gatherings, with a seamless dialogue between …

DUBAI / WAM flydubai has delivered a strong financial performance for its financial year ending 31st December 2025, reporting a pre-tax profit of AED2.2 billion (US$591 million). Total revenue reached AED13.6 billion (US$3.7 billion), representing an increase of 6 percent compared to AED12.8 billion (US$3.5 billion) in 2024. flydubai’s profit after tax stood at AED1.9 billion (US$531 million), reflecting the …

ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates has launched a series of global Ramadan initiatives and campaigns, reflecting its steadfast commitment to promoting the values of compassion, tolerance and giving. Spanning continents and distinguished by innovative ideas and approaches, the initiatives further cement the UAE’s position as a beacon of humanitarianism and underscore its leadership in extending support to …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Keeta, the international on-demand food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, to facilitate data sharing, knowledge exchange, and technical cooperation to enhance the food delivery, transportation and logistics sectors in the emirate. His Excellency Hamad Sayah …