Eid al Adha 2026 UAE: Expected dates, holidays and much more
- 27-Mar-2026
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gearing up for one of its most anticipated public holidays of 2026, with residents poised to enjoy an extended break for Eid Al Adha. Eid Al Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice”, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The festival is […]
Some oil loading operations suspended after fire in UAE’s Fujairah, sources say
- 14-Mar-2026
DUBAI: Some oil-loading operations have been suspended in the United Arab Emirates’ Fujairah emirate, a major bunkering hub and crude export terminal, after a drone attack and fire on Saturday, industry and trade sources said. The suspension comes hours after the U.S. attacked military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island oil export terminal and Iran’s Revolutionary […]
Iran war: Private jets emerge as alternative way out of the Gulf
- 07-Mar-2026
When Samuel Lait launched his private jet flights firm focused on pet travel in Dubai, UAE on Saturday, he was expecting to receive queries from owners looking to travel with their pets between the glitzy Gulf hub and the UK. Instead, PetX Jets’ inbox is full of requests from all sorts of passengers – from […]
UAE rolls out new public safety law with hefty fines
- 06-Mar-2026
DUBAI: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has issued a new law aimed at enhancing public safety and reducing casualties, injuries, and financial losses caused by accidents, authorities announced. The law will come into effect on June 1, 2026. Under the […]
Academic year start revised for Pakistani and Indian schools in Sharjah
- 06-Mar-2026
The start of the 2026–27 academic year for private schools following Indian and Pakistani curricula in Sharjah has been postponed, the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) announced. The SPEA on Thursday announced that students will now begin classes on 30 March 2026, instead of the previously scheduled 23 March 2026. In a circular issued to […]
UAE defence ministry says majority of 186 Iranian missiles intercepted
- 03-Mar-2026
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said it intercepted the vast majority of missiles and drones launched by Iran during a large-scale attack, claiming its air defence systems successfully prevented widespread damage. According to a spokesperson for the UAE Ministry of Defence, Iran fired 186 missiles toward the UAE. Of these, 172 missiles were […]
UAE withdraws ambassador from Iran, closes embassy over attacks: statement
- 02-Mar-2026
The United Arab Emirates was shuttering its embassy in Iran and recalling its ambassador, a statement from the foreign ministry said on Sunday, following a barrage of Iranian attacks targeting the Emirates. “The UAE announces closure of its embassy in Tehran and withdrawal of its ambassador and all members of its diplomatic mission, and condemns […]
Pakistani Embassy and Consulates suspend services in UAE
- 01-Mar-2026
ABU DHABI: The Pakistani Embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the suspension of all consular and embassy services until March 3, citing precautionary measures amid escalating regional tensions, ARY News reported. According to reports, the move comes after recent military strikes by the United States (U.S) and Israel on Iran, followed by […]
UAE thwarts cyber attacks, state news agency says
- 22-Feb-2026
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has successfully thwarted organized cyberattacks targeting the country’s digital infrastructure and vital sectors, the state news agency reported on Saturday. The attacks “included attempts to infiltrate networks, deploy ransomware, and conduct systematic phishing campaigns targeting national platforms.” The agency added that the perpetrators utilized artificial intelligence technologies to develop their […]
NADRA mobile registration facility announced for Pakistanis in UAE
- 20-Feb-2026
Pakistani nationals residing in the United Arab Emirates have been offered a special facilitation initiative, as the National Database and Registration Authority’s (NADRA) Mobile Registration Team will visit Pakistan Consulate alongside consular officials. The initiative will provide on-the-spot services for the issuance of new identity documents, as well as modification and renewal of existing records, […]