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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, during which they discussed regional developments following recent military escalation and serious implications for the security and stability of the region. During the call, His Majesty …
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March, 2026
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13 March
A Ramadan Reset with Kaya: A Holistic Approach to Body, Skin and Hair for the Fasting Season
GULF TIME Kaya Clinics, a leading destination for wellness, longevity, and medical aesthetics, introduces its Ramadan Body Reset — a thoughtfully designed programme created to help restore balance, boost energy, and enhance skin and hair health ahead of the holy month. Focused on preparation and renewal, the programme supports a refreshed, revitalised start to Ramadan. Taking a holistic approach to …
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12 March
FAB shareholders approve record AED8.84 billion cash dividend at AGM
ABU DHABI/WAM First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today virtually. All agenda items were reviewed and approved, including the distribution of AED8.84 billion in cash dividends for the financial year ended 31st December 2025, representing 80 fils per share and the highest cash dividend in the Group’s history. Shareholders registered on March 23rd, 2026 (i.e., …
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12 March
‘Identity, Citizenship’ allows residents whose residency expired while abroad to enter UAE without new visa
ABU DHABI/WAM The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has decided to allow residents currently outside the UAE whose residency permits have expired to return to the country, as prevailing circumstances in the region have prevented their return due to airspace closures. The decision will remain in effect for one month starting from 28th February 2026. The …
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12 March
UAE air defences intercept 10 ballistic missiles, 26 UAVs
ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE air defence systems on 12 March intercepted 10 ballistic missiles and 26 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 278 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,540 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in six fatalities of Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationals, and 131 minor to …
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12 March
UAE and Syrian Presidents stress importance of dialogue and diplomacy during phone call
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Ahmed Al-Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, during which they discussed the latest developments in the region following recent military escalation and its serious implications for regional security and stability. They emphasised the importance of prioritising dialogue and diplomatic …
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12 March
DMT confirms continuity of transport services across Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi (DMT) confirms the continuity of all vital transport services across Abu Dhabi, without any impact on operations at the present time, in line with approved operational and business continuity plans. These services include the road network and related infrastructure, traffic management systems and control rooms, …
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12 March
UAE condemns unprovoked Iranian drone attack on Salalah Port in Oman
ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates has expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the unprovoked Iranian drone attack targeting the Port of Salalah in the Sultanate of Oman, which resulted in damage to several fuel tanks at the port. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this attack represents a dangerous escalation and …
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12 March
UAE leaders condole with Sultan of Oman over passing of Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman over the passing of H.H. Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister …
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12 March
UAE and Mauritanian Presidents discuss regional developments in phone call
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. During the call, they discussed the military and security developments in the region and their serious repercussions for regional security and peace. His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh El …
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