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ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates 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 perimeter of the plant. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the UAE’s strong condemnation and …

DUBAI/WAM A new UAE humanitarian aid aircraft departed from Al Maktoum International Airport bound for Al Arish city in the Arab Republic of Egypt, in preparation for the delivery of its cargo into the Gaza Strip. The mission forms part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 and comes within the framework of the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian …

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended the 17th EmiratesSkills National Competition, organised by Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET), and taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 20 May 2026. H.H. Sheikh Khaled toured …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a delegation of Al Ain FC players and staff, following the team’s victory in the 2025–2026 ADNOC Pro League, marking the club’s 15th league title. The delegation also included members of other Al Ain FC teams that won titles this season. His Highness congratulated the players, …

ABU DHABI / WAM Miral announced that Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, has been awarded the Best Theme Park in the World at 2026 Liseberg Applause Award, the attraction industry’s oldest and most prestigious award. The recognition makes Warner Bros. World the first theme park in the Middle East to receive the accolade. Presented by a board of …

DUBAI / WAM Senior business leaders, policymakers, trade experts, investors and industry stakeholders gathered in Dubai to commemorate the fourth anniversary of the landmark India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), reaffirming the rapidly expanding strategic and economic partnership between the two countries. Organised by the Indian Business and Professional Council Dubai (IBPC Dubai), the event brought together representatives from government …

DUBAI / WAM Global investor services group IQ-EQ on Wednesday announced that its subsidiary Gordian Capital (Gordian) has achieved regulatory approval to expand its institutional cross-border fund platform and fund solutions offering into Dubai from its new office at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The business has been granted a licence by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to offer …

DUBAI / WAM Emirates has reached a defining milestone in its ambitious multi-billion dollar retrofit programme with the successful reconfiguration of its first two-class A380 aircraft. The newly refurbished aircraft (A6-EUX) has taken to the skies operating as EK 39/40 between Dubai and Birmingham, featuring sparkling new interiors with Emirates’ latest products in three cabin classes: 76 Business Class seats, …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 956 inmates from correctional institutions across the country, ahead of Eid Al-Adha. His Highness has also undertaken to settle any financial obligations arising from the prisoners’ sentences. The humanitarian gesture reflects His Highness’ commitment to promoting the values of compassion and …

DUBAI / WAM In line with the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended the Agentic AI Retreat. His Highness was accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of …