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Philadelphia: Kylian Mbappé of France scored his 15th career World Cup goal on Monday, moving into a tie for third most in tournament history as he tries to keep pace with new record holder Lionel Messi.Mbappé scored in the 14th minute against Iraq, giving Les Bleus a 1-0 lead in his 100th international game.Playing in…

Attack marks first time military action has forced a fully operating nuclear power plant to rely on backup generators• Middle East crisis – live updatesA drone strike that cut off external power to a nuclear reactor in the United Arab Emirates this week has revived concerns over the safety of nuclear plants during wartime.Reactor no…

Qatar on Monday called for greater Gulf coordination to implement the US-Iran memorandum of understanding in separate calls between Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and his counterparts in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, Anadolu reports. The talks focused on regional developments, particularly diplomatic efforts…

Dubai: Dubai Media has won five awards at the Dubai Quality Group Awards, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. The awards recognise the excellence of Dubai Media’s programmes…

Abu Dhabi denounces ‘dangerous escalation’ as Iran war ceasefire grows more precariousThe United Arab Emirates has blamed a fire near its nuclear power plant on a drone launched by Iran or one of its proxies in what the UAE called a “dangerous escalation”.The fire was just outside the Barakah nuclear plant and caused no injuries…

Doha, Qatar: Oman has exempted citizens of more than 100 countries and territories from entry visa requirements for stays of up to 14 days, as part of efforts to facilitate tourism and enhance visitor services. According to Omani authorities, the countries benefiting from the exemption are divided into two groups, with separate eligibility criteria. Visitors…

After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived.This year's tournament - which is hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico - was expanded to 48 teams that will play in 16 stadiums in a record 104 matches over the 39-day tournament.Mexico gets the World Cup started Thursday and will be a heavy…

Dr Lutz Oette and Anna Snowdon respond to an article by Nesrine Malik in which she calls out the primary sponsors of the calamityNesrine Malik’s article is timely, highlighting how evidence of the United Arab Emirates’ complicity in Sudan’s war has begun to prompt calls for action to be taken (The UAE tries hard to…

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed Iranian hostile attack targeting Kuwait with drones. In a statement, the UAE Foreign Ministry affirmed that this hostile attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability. It expressed the UAE's full…

Gold held steady on Tuesday as investors parsed a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel and awaited further details on the status of U.S.-Iran talks amid conflicting news.Spot gold was steady at $4,481.53 per ounce, as of 0217 ⁠GMT. U.S. gold futures for August delivery gained 0.1% to $4,511.20."At the start of this week, there…

State oil company fast-tracks previously undisclosed project, which is expected to double export capacityBusiness live – latest updatesThe United Arab Emirates has announced it will complete a new oil pipeline bypassing the strait of Hormuz by next year to secure its future crude exports against the threat of disruption.The current blockade of the vital waterway,…

Israeli and Emirati officials have reportedly held a series of confidential meetings in recent weeks to coordinate positions on Iran and discuss possible joint initiatives in international forums, according to a report by Israel’s Channel 12. The broadcaster said the meetings took place in a third country, whose identity was not disclosed, and coincided with…

Dubai: Today’s forecast shows clear skies and the mercury sliding into the early-40s, across most emirates.While temperatures in Dubai will range between 38°C and 28°C today, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah will see highs of 41°C, dropping down to 29°C and 28°C respectively, once the sun sets.Light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds will offer a…

The covert meeting with the UAE’s president is the latest milestone in a rapidly developing Middle East allianceBenjamin Netanyahu has revealed he made a secret trip to the United Arab Emirates at the height of the Iran war to meet president Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.“This visit has led to a historic breakthrough in…

By Steve Holland, Gram Slattery and Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump voiced irritation with Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of their White House meeting on Tuesday, complaining that details of the Israeli prime minister's planned talking points on Iran had surfaced publicly, in a fresh sign of strain between the two…

Abu Dhabi: Under the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Defaulted Debts Settlement Fund has waived more than AED 834 million in interest on loans owed by low-income retirees across the country.The initiative, implemented with the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President,…

Outrage is mounting about the Gulf country’s complicity in Sudan’s catastrophic civil war – and it might be starting to hit them where it hurtsThere are certain states whose reputations in the global community are tainted. For habitual violations of international law, they are shunned, boycotted or slammed with economic sanctions. Reading these words, perhaps…

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations during a telephone call with Anita Anand, Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs.

On the occasion of International Family Day, which falls on May 15, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai confirmed the continuation of the development of an integrated service system that enhances the stability and quality of life of families, based on Dubai's vision to build a more cohesive and sustainable society,…

If current precarious ceasefire between US and Iran ends, Emirates are more likely to be targeted by TehranMiddle East crisis: live updatesThe risk of some Gulf states becoming embroiled in a direct war with Iran has risen after it was reported the United Arab Emirates had secretly launched a major attack on Iran during the…

Update(1258ET): Saudi unnamed officials are pushing back, as expected... After President Trump earlier this morning in a Truth Social post asserted that the already signed US-Saudi nuclear deal would actually be conditioned on Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords, journalist Laura Rozen quotes an unnamed Saudi source who says Trump’s demand is too late. “It was…

The Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Turkiye, the ...

Manila, July 23, 2026 (AFP) -US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday that a landmark nuclear cooperation pact with Saudi Arabia would result only in a peaceful, civilian atomic programme."Suf...

His Excellency Governor of the Qatar Central Bank Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani met on Wednesday with the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the State of Qatar Saeed Abdullah Sa...

By Timour Azhari RIYADH, July 21 (Reuters) - Senior Saudi and United Arab Emirates officials on Tuesday shared similar social media posts affirming their close historical ties and "wise leadership," a move that follows months of tensions owing to a rift between the two Gulf monarchies. The posts on X by Saudi Minister of Media…

Saudi Arabia recently extended its warmest congratulations to the United Arab Emirates, celebrating their significant ‘Union Pledge Day’ with a message of deep unity. This special occasion saw the Saudi leadership reaffirming the strong, brotherly ties that bind the two nations, marking a truly memorable moment in their shared history. A Day to Remember: Union…

The deep-rooted brotherhood between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates was on full display today as the Kingdom extended its warmest wishes to its neighbor on a historic national milestone The Custodian of the Two Grand Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, alongside HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, sent official congratulatory cables to UAE…

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) strongly condemned the renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. In its statement on Saturday, the Emirati Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that these attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the three countries and pose a threat to their security and…

Dubai: Dubai Police have reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding the achievements of the United Arab Emirates and advancing its development journey as the nation marks Union Pledge Day, a national occasion commemorating the historic meeting of 18 July 1971 that laid the foundations for the establishment of the UAE. On the occasion, Dubai Police extended…

The President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Doha on Wednesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Tha...

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Wednesday at Lusail Palace with Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council of the fraternal United Arab Emirates and Rul...

President of the Italian Republic confers the rank of Officer of The Order of Merit of the Italian Republic upon Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi Italy’s highest of merit recognises Her Highness’s longstanding contribution to strengthening cultural relations between Italy and the UAE through education, publishing, culture and international dialogue Sharjah, UAE, July 15,…

Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council of the fraternal United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, arrived in Doha on Wednesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH ...

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Monday evening at Lusail Palace with Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council in the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Ammar b...

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met at Lusail Palace on Monday evening with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the United Arab Emirates Lt. Gen. Sheikh Saif bi...

Tue, Jul 14, 2026 | Muharram 29, 1448 | Fajr 04:09 [Editor's Note: For the latest updates on how US-Iran hostilities have escalated since a 14-point deal was signed on June 12, follow the Khaleej Times live blog.] The United States said they will suspend consular appointments in the United Arab Emirates on Monday for…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has declared four days of official mourning and ordered flags to be flown at half-mast nationwide and at all its embassies and diplomatic missions abroad following the p...

Egypt on Sunday condemned in the strongest terms the criminal Iranian attacks targeting the State of Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain, considering them a flagrant violation of the s...

Leaders from across the Middle East, Asia and beyond have expressed their condolences following the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, paying tribute to his lea...

By Andrew Mills DOHA, July 12 (Reuters) - Qatar's former emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, a sweeping moderniser who seized power in 1995 and broke with tradition to hand it over to his son 18 years later, has died at the age of 74. Qatar's top government body, the Amiri Diwan, announced that Sheikh…

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates defence ministry said Sunday that air defences were engaging missile and drone threats, while neighbouring Bahrain sounded air raid sirens after the United States struck Iran following an attack in the Hormuz strait. The UAE defence ministry said sounds heard across the country "are the result of ongoing engaging operations…

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the renewed hostile attacks by Iran targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said the attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Bahrain and Kuwait and pose a…

The United Arab Emirates condemned in the strongest terms the aggressive Iranian attack that targeted the Saudi tanker 'Widian' while it was crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed in a statement that this attack represents a serious threat to the safety and security of international navigation, and is a dangerous…

His Excellency the Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal al-Thani met Monday with the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s ambassador to Qatar Saeed Abdullah al-Qamzi. They disc...

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received the credentials of two newly appointed ambassadors to the country during a ceremony at the Amiri Diwan in Doha.The credentials were p...

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani has received the credentials of two newly appointed ambassadors to the country during a ceremony at the Amiri Diwan in Doha. The credentials were...

The United Arab Emirates has issued a condemnation following a renewed wave of aggressive Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait. In an official statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), the UAE denounced the cross-border strikes in the strongest possible terms, labeling the military…