ABU DHABI/WAM The Ministry of Defence has announced that the UAE air force and air defence forces have so far dealt with 165 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 541 Iranian drones since the start of the Iranian attack. The ministry said that on the morning of the second day of the attack, UAE air force and air defence forces …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday received a phone call from His Excellency Dr Abdul Latif Rashid, President of the Republic of Iraq, during which they discussed the serious military escalation in the region and its repercussions for regional security and stability, in addition to the blatant Iranian attacks on the territory …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, along with Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers, and Sheikhs, on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, in the presence of His Excellency Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, who is on a …

FUJAIRAH/WAM Qidfa Village in the Emirate of Fujairah has received an international recognition certificate under the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) initiative for the recognition of villages, joining the FAO Museum and Network (FAO MuNe). The recognition comes in appreciation of the UAE’s efforts to preserve natural heritage and biodiversity, safeguard food traditions, and link food …

SHARJAH/WAM Air Arabia on Thursday announced the launch of its daily non-stop service connecting Sharjah International Airport with Rome Fiumicino Airport. Commencing on 1st July 2026, the new route will further strengthen the airline’s growing European network and enhance direct connectivity between the UAE and Italy. The addition of Rome marks another milestone in Air Arabia’s steady European expansion and …

ABU DHABI/WAM 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. Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Under-Secretary of ADDED, witnessed …

DUBAI/WAM Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) announced today that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of Macquarie AirFinance Limited (MAF) for an approximate enterprise value of US$7 billion. The combined company will have a pro forma fleet of 1,029 owned, managed and committed aircraft and will serve 191 airline customers in 79 countries. Narrowbody aircraft will represent …

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 those in …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a delegation from the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center and Yas Clinic – Khalifa City, accompanied by a number of donors and patients who have been treated using innovative stem cell-based therapies. During the meeting, held at Qasr Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi, His Highness exchanged …

DUBAI/WAM The Middle East’s aviation and cruise industries are entering a phase of global expansion, solidifying the region’s status as a major international travel hub. These industries are set to be the focus of attention at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4th to 7th May. According to the …