Month: March 2026

Discover how a sanitation worker in Sharjah was honored for his honesty after returning a lost mobile phone during Ramadan. This act of integrity highlights the vital role of sanitation workers in the community.

The Philippine ambassador to the UAE reassures Filipinos of stability and safety, urging reliance on official information and expressing gratitude for the UAE’s protection.

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As golf courses evolve with technology and design, the debate over course records intensifies. Should historical feats like Ernie Els’ 1994 round still stand as benchmarks.

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Paralysis hits navigation in the Gulf as seven main airports remain closed for the fifth day due to tensions. The total number of canceled flights reached about 13,760 flights, led by Dubai and Abu Dhabi, amid expectations of severe losses.

Meanwhile, Hezbollah’s chief Naim Qassem vows to fight Israel ‘to the very end’

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain News LIVE: Follow real-time updates as the US-Israel war with Iran expands across the Middle East, triggering missile exchanges, air defence interceptions and growing regional security concerns. Track the latest developments including military strikes, evacuation advisories, aviation disruptions and diplomatic reactions from Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt, Lebanon, Iran, Oman, Iraq, Qatar, Israel, Gaza, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen.

1. Qatari Jets Shoot Down Iranian Bombers: Iranian Su-24 bombers reportedly approached the region’s largest US military installation in Qatar before being intercepted by Qatari F-15 fighter jets. According to reports, the aircraft were shot down, potentially marking Qatar’s first confirmed combat mission involving the destruction of hostile aircraft.
2. Saudi Arabia Intercepts Iranian Cruise Missiles: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that its air defence systems intercepted three Iranian cruise missiles. Officials said the missiles were destroyed mid-air before reaching their intended targets.
3. 17,500+ Americans Evacuated From Middle East: The US State Department stated that more than 17,500 American citizens have been evacuated from the region since hostilities escalated following US-Israeli strikes on Iran beginning February 28.
4. Trump Claims Iran Leadership ‘Collapsing’: US President Donald Trump said joint US-Israeli operations against Iran will continue, claiming that Tehran’s leadership structure is “collapsing”. He also suggested that potential successors to the current leadership face severe risks, though no evidence was presented to support the claim.
5. Explosions Near US Consulate in Dubai: Multiple explosions were reported near the US Consulate in Dubai, with smoke seen rising from the surrounding area. Some local reports suggested the diplomatic facility may have been the intended target amid Iranian strikes across Gulf nations, though officials have not confirmed the claim.
6. Private Jet Prices Surge Amid Gulf Airspace Crisis: An Associated Press report said wealthy travellers are paying as much as €200,000 (approximately ₹1.9 crore) for private charter flights to Europe as major aviation hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha face disruption. Charter costs that typically average €100,000 have reportedly doubled due to surging demand and restricted airspace.
7. Trump Says He Ordered US Strikes on Iran: Donald Trump confirmed that he authorised US forces to join Israel’s military campaign against Iran. He stated that Washington believed Tehran was preparing to launch attacks first, an explanation that differs from earlier accounts provided by senior US officials.
8. Iran Continues Attacks Across Middle East: Iran launched another wave of strikes targeting Israeli and US interests across the region. Explosions were reported near the US diplomatic compound in Dubai and at a port facility in Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates.
9. US-Israel Strikes Hit Qom: US and Israeli forces continued bombardment across Iran, including a strike targeting a building reportedly linked to the Assembly of Experts in the holy city of Qom. Reports suggest the death toll since Saturday has risen to at least 787.
10. Hormuz Crisis Deepens As Iran Declares Strait Closed: Donald Trump said the United States is prepared to deploy naval escorts for commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps declared the key waterway closed. The crisis has already disrupted global energy markets, with Iraq reportedly slowing production at the Rumaila oil field.

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Global Village in Dubai remains closed until March 6 as a safety measure. Follow official channels for reopening news while Emaar’s other attractions remain open.

Israel pounded Lebanon early on Thursday and said it intercepted missiles from Iran as a widening war launched by the United States and Israel also brought…

Safety measures extend Ain Dubai and Global Village closures. Visitors are advised to follow official channels for the latest updates on reopening dates.

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is building a Harry Potter land where Hogwarts Castle and Diagon Alley will exist together for the first time.

Discover why major Dubai attractions like Global Village, Ain Dubai, and Dubai Parks are extending closures amid regional tensions. Stay informed with the latest updates and safety measures in place to ensure public safety.

A Dubai court has upheld a claim in a Dh3.5 million breach of trust case, ordering an Arab national to repay the misappropriated funds and an additional Dh200,000 in compensation. The ruling follows a final criminal conviction, emphasizing the binding authority of criminal judgments in civil proceedings.

Flight operations in Dubai remain disrupted as the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict forces airlines to cancel, reroute or limit services. Authorities have urged passengers to travel only with confirmed departures while several carriers operate restricted flights through designated safe air corridors.

Mojtaba Khamenei, the powerful son of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, is alive and ‌favoured to emerge as his father’s successor, two Iranian…

Move to offer respite to those unable to leave country due to airspace closure and suspension of flights

Discover the truth behind the sounds heard across Dubai as the Media Office confirms they were due to successful air defence operations, ensuring public safety with no injuries reported.

Join the Emergency GCC-EU Ministerial Meeting tomorrow as leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council and European Union convene to address the urgent implications of Iranian aggression. Discover how this pivotal discussion aims to enhance regional and global security.

All terminals at Jebel Ali Port in Dubai are operating normally, DP World – the port operator – said on Wednesday.

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan receives a call from Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, affirming solidarity against Iranian attacks and advocating for peace and stability in the region.

Sabalenka’s engagement to OakBerry CEO Georgios Frangulis marks a new chapter as she prepares for Indian Wells, following her Australian Open setback.

“US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that a drone targeted the premises of the American consulate in Dubai, UAE, and hit a ‘parking lot adjacent to the consulate building.'”

Weather to remain partly cloudy with rain chances and strong winds across the UAE

In another update, Emirates airline has cancelled all scheduled flights to and from Dubai until March 7, 2026 (until 23:59 UAE), amid regional airspac.

The UAE’s Ministry of Economy and Tourism urges citizens to report any food price hikes, ensuring consumer protection and market stability. Learn how to file complaints and help maintain fair pricing.

Here are the updates, from missile interceptions and travel disruptions to school holidays

The Anti-Begging and Street Vendors Committee at Sharjah Police apprehended 95 beggars and street vendors over fourteen days, as part of the ‘Begging is a…

Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani condemned Iran’s attacks on Gulf states in a call with Tehran’s foreign minister on Wednesday,…

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has decided to exempt individuals who were unable to travel from fines for delayed…

The organisation aims to distribute more than one million Iftar meals throughout Ramadan

Britain said it would block study visas for ​nationals from four ⁠countries and halt work visas for Afghans, using what it called ‌an

More relieved passengers arrived home from the Gulf region on Wednesday as further flights resumed five days into the war triggered by US-Israeli attacks on…

Stay alert! The UAE Ministry of Interior warns against scam emails requesting emergency registration details. Protect your personal information and rely only on official channels for accurate updates.

Sharjah Police intensify efforts during Ramadan, arresting 95 beggars and street vendors in a campaign to curb begging and raise public awareness. Learn about the initiative ‘Begging is a Crime and Giving is a Responsibility’ and how community cooperation is vital.

Dubai’s rulers are seeking not just to defend the emirate militarily but also contain the damage the strikes may cause to its reputation as a low-tax safe haven.

Middle East News: In a striking new cultural moment, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has published and .

A source in the region reported that the compound of the US consulate in Dubai was attacked by a drone suspected to be Iranian late on Tuesday night.

The war with Iran continues to cause aviation chaos in the Middle East and beyond, with planes remaining grounded in one of the world’s busiest travel regions.

Trump administration officials told lawmakers during a closed-door briefing on Capitol Hill Tuesday that Iran’s Shahed attack drones represent a major challenge and US air defenses will not be able to intercept them all, according to a source in the briefing.

US embassy cable said Israeli officials did not trust Lebanon or Syria to contain the group’s fighters

Frigate goes down off Sri Lanka as Washington and Israel step up their offensive and promise to hit ‘deeper’ targets in Iran

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps declared complete control of the Strait of Hormuz as new attacks on commercial vessels near the strategic waterway intensify fears of disruption to global oil supply.

US President Donald Trump sat alongside his German counterpart Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office on Tuesday and unleashed a broadside against some of his European allies.

The Raja Ampat islands in Indonesia’s Southwest Papua province are a marine biodiversity hotspot and a divers’ paradise.

The war will have incalculable implications for Europe – and yet, the chancellor has held back from publicly challenging an increasingly erratic Donald Trump

Washington could attempt to justify the imposition of economic sanctions on Madrid on security grounds.

Analysis shows average levels are 30cm higher than thought, and up to 150cm in south-east Asia and Indo-Pacific