Saudi Arabia issues national security warning as UAE forces asked to leave Yemen

Saudi Arabia said on Tuesday (30 December) its national security was a red line and backed a call for UAE forces to leave Yemen within 24 hours, shortly after a Saudi-led coalition carried out an airstrike on the southern Yemeni port of Mukalla. The warning represented Riyadh’s strongest language against Abu Dhabi yet, as the […]

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UAE foreign minister urges end to Gaza war in meeting with Netanyahu in New York

UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed stressed the urgent need for ending the Gaza war during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, UAE state news agency WAM reported on Saturday. It was Netanyahu’s first meeting with a senior Arab official since […]

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UAE imposes visa ban on Bangladesh from January 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has imposed a ban on citizens of Bangladesh, stopping them from applying for tourist and work visas starting January 2026. According to an article published on the UAEVisaOnline website, which cited an immigration circular, the restriction is part of a broader visa suspension affecting Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Libya, Yemen, Somalia, Lebanon, […]

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UAE, Indonesian presidents reiterate support for Qatar following Israeli attack

DUBAI: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and his Indonesian counterpart President Prabowo Subianto on Friday have reiterated their countries’ full solidarity with Qatar following Israel’s attack on the state last week. Sheikh Mohamed received President Prabowo on Friday in Abu Dhabi, who is on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates. During their […]

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UAE tops 50c in highest May temperature on record

The United Arab Emirates registered a sizzling 50.4 degrees Celsius on Friday, the highest on record for May, following weeks of sweltering temperatures in the desert nation acutely vulnerable to climate change. Worshippers at Friday prayers reported feeling faint and some residents appeared unsteady on their feet, even in a country that is accustomed to […]

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UAE Embraces Global Connectivity: Offers Visa On Arrival for Citizens of 87 Countries

In a move to bolster its international ties and promote tourism, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced visa-on-arrival privileges for citizens hailing from 87 nations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs unveiled the updated visa exemption list, opening doors for travelers worldwide to experience the rich culture and vibrant landscapes of the UAE without the […]

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UAE’s First Humanitarian Aid Ship Reaches Gaza, Spearheading International Collaboration

In a remarkable display of solidarity and compassion, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has successfully delivered 200 tonnes of crucial aid to the Gaza Strip, marking a significant milestone in humanitarian efforts for the region. What sets this delivery apart is not only its magnitude but also the innovative collaboration that made it possible. Initiated […]

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UAE Expresses Keen Interest in Elevating Ties with Bangladesh to Partnership Level

In a significant bilateral meeting held at the royal palace in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed the United Arab Emirates’ strong desire to elevate its relationship with Bangladesh to a partnership level. The meeting, which took place on Friday evening, featured discussions on a wide range […]

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