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DUBAI / WAM The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) will participate in the London Book Fair 2026, one of the world’s premier events for the publishing and knowledge sectors, held from 10th to 12th March, at Olympia London. Participation forms part of MBRF’s commitment to reinforce its international presence and expand its strategic partnerships with the world’s …

AJMAN / WAM The International Charity Organisation (ICO) said its Ramadan “Iftar” initiative has reached more than 600 villages across several Muslim countries, distributing 225,000 iftar meals and over 16,000 food parcels during the first half of Ramadan. Dr. Khaled Al Khaja, Secretary-General of the organisation, said the project reflects the UAE’s humanitarian approach and commitment to supporting people in …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received a phone call from His Excellency Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, during which both sides stressed the need for an immediate halt to military actions in the region and emphasised the importance of addressing regional issues through dialogue and diplomatic …

ABU DHABI/WAM Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed organised a session exploring the enduring legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, focusing on his philosophy of cooperation, dialogue, and inclusive leadership. Titled ‘The Founding Father’s Lessons on Cooperation’, the session – which took place in the Majlis venue at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – was attended by …

ROME/WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, during H.H.’s working visit to Rome. During the meeting, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed conveyed to Giorgia Meloni the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his wishes for …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Her Excellency Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, to discuss the escalating military and security situation in the region and its implications for regional and international peace and stability. Her Excellency Metsola condemned the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the UAE and …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Ministry of Defence announced that the UAE air defence systems detected seven ballistic missiles, intercepting and destroying six of them, while one ballistic missile fell inside the country. The ministry added that air defences also detected 131 drones, intercepting 125 of them, while six fell within the UAE territory. The ministry stated that since the start of …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, to discuss recent developments in the region and the implications of the escalating military actions that threaten regional and international security and stability. His Highness condemned the Iranian attacks targeting the territory …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Zayed International Airport (AUH), in direct coordination with the Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Center – Abu Dhabi (ADCMC), has resumed limited flight operations following a period of disruption in a significant display of resilience from Abu Dhabi’s ecosystem. Efforts were conducted over the past few days under strict coordination on safety protocols and in …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Ministry of Defence announced that UAE air defence systems successfully intercepted three ballistic missiles on Wednesday, 4th March 2026, and detected 129 drones, of which 121 were intercepted while eight fell within the territory of the state. The ministry stated that since the start of the blatant Iranian aggression, 189 ballistic missiles launched towards the UAE have …