Monday , 18 May 2026

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Hazza bin Zayed reviews efforts to protect groundwater resources, strengthen water security in Al Ain Region

AL AIN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has reviewed ongoing efforts to protect groundwater resources and strengthen water security in the region through strategic initiatives aimed at optimising water consumption, using the latest modern irrigation solutions and technologies, and advancing plans to reuse treated water for industrial purposes. The meeting …

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Mansour bin Zayed witnesses signing of contract to purchase C-390 Millennium aircraft for UAE Air Force

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, witnessed the signing of a contract to purchase C-390 Millennium aircraft for UAE Air Force. This came during a visit made by His Highness to the stand of Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement at Make it in the Emirates 2026 …

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French president says Iranian strikes on UAE ‘unjustified and unacceptable’

PARIS / WAM French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned Iran’s strikes on the UAE, describing them as “unjustified and unacceptable” and pledging continued French support for the UAE and regional allies. “As it has done since the start of the conflict, France will continue to support its allies in the Emirates and in the region for the defence of their …

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British Prime Minister condemns Iranian ​drone, missile strikes targeting UAE

LONDON / WAM British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday condemned the Iranian ​drone and missile strikes targeting the ‌United Arab Emirates. “We ⁠stand in solidarity with the UAE ​and will continue to support ​the defence of our partners in the Gulf. This escalation must cease. Iran needs ​to engage meaningfully in negotiations ​to ensure the ceasefire in the Middle …

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Emirates restores operations in 96% of its global network

DUBAI / WAM Emirates is marking a near-full return to operations, with 96% of its global network now restored, following a period of disruption. In the past weeks, the airline has progressively resumed services across the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East/GCC, the Far East and Australasia. Today, the airline operates to 137 destinations across 72 countries, with …

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UAE transitions school education to remote learning from May 5–8

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE Ministry of Education today announced the transition to remote learning from Tuesday, 5th May until Friday, 8th May 2026. The decision applies to students, teaching and administrative staff across nurseries and all public and private schools nationwide, in line with efforts to ensure the safety of students and education sector personnel. The ministry said …

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EMSTEEL receives Quality and Compliance Award at Make it in the Emirates 2026

ABU DHABI / WAM EMSTEEL Group has announced receiving the Quality and Compliance Award at Make it in the Emirates 2026. The award, presented by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), recognises EMSTEEL’s commitment to quality leadership, regulatory compliance, and sustainable manufacturing across its value chain. This achievement reinforces EMSTEEL’s role in advancing the UAE’s industrial strategy and …

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