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ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who reaffirmed his country’s solidarity with the UAE following the blatant Iranian attacks on its territory and on a number of other countries in the region. He also expressed Kazakhstan’s support for …

DUBAI,/WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, received a telephone call from Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs of the State of Qatar. During the call, the two sides discussed the latest …

ABU DHABI/WAM Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in joint US and Israeli strikes, Iran’s Islamic Republic News Agency reported on Sunday. The Iranian official media outlets also declared 40 days of national mourning following his death. Earlier reports from state media said that Khamenei’s daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law and son-in-law were also killed in the US-Israeli attacks.

WASHINGTON/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded a working visit to Washington, after holding high-level bilateral meetings with senior US administration officials and members of the Senate. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah discussed with US officials the importance of maintaining regional stability, countering extremism, and strengthening UAE-US strategic partnership. During talks with …

    ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, will begin an official visit to the Republic of Ecuador on Sunday, at the invitation of Daniel Noboa, President of the Republic of Ecuador, further strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation between the two nations. The visit underscores a shared commitment to …

ABU DHABI/WAM H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the MGX Board of Directors, has chaired MGX’s first Board meeting of 2026. Citing the growing evidence of outsized revenue and productivity gains in AI-exposed industries, His Highness welcomed MGX’s timely rise as a leading global investor accelerating AI innovation and adoption to …

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 …

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 …