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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Despite escalating regional tensions and with the conflict entering its 32th day, residents across the UAE have shown remarkable composure, remaining calm even as public safety alerts sounded on their phones and reports of drone interceptions emerged. Many have continued with their daily routines, heading to work and public spaces, reflecting a strong sense of reassurance and stability. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. A similar sense of normalcy was evident as Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Even as geopolitical tensions continue in the background, moments of quiet joy continue to unfold in hospitals across the UAE. This Eid Al Fitr, the sound of newborn cries brought a sense of hope and renewal, offering families a deeply personal reason to celebrate. For many parents, the festival took on an even more profound meaning as they welcomed new life into the world. Doctors say such moments serve as powerful reminders of resilience, continuity and the enduring human spirit — even in uncertain times. Across Abu…
DUBAI, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates NBD has successfully closed US$ 2.25 billion in long-term financing. The transaction includes a US$1.75 billion five-year sustainability-linked syndicated term loan (SLL) and a US$500 million five-year Club Commodity Murabaha term facility. Together, they represent one of the largest syndicated borrowings in the GCC. Initially launched at US$1 billion, the SLL was oversubscribed by more than 2x, enabling an increase to US$1.75 billion. The strong demand reflects global investor confidence in Emirates NBD’s credit strength, supported by its solid balance sheet and disciplined financial management. Despite a challenging regional and global environment, the…
ABU DHABI, 9th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE) and United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration across research, training, and knowledge exchange in support of infectious disease elimination and global public health priorities. The agreement establishes a framework for joint research addressing infectious diseases, neglected tropical diseases, and other priority public health challenges of regional and international relevance. The two institutions aim to strengthen the evidence base for policy and practice while advancing scientific leadership from the UAE. GLIDE and UAEU will collaborate on several capacity-building…
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Google Maps began showing red traffic lines around petrol stations across the UAE on Tuesday night, as residents headed out to refill their tanks before the fuel price increase took effect. At stations in Al Warqa, along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Al Nahda, Sharjah, and across the UAE, queues built up steadily after 8pm, turning a quick stop into a wait of up to an hour for some motorists. Cars lined up one after the other, stretching onto service roads and nearby exits, as petrol stations across the UAE saw long queues with residents rushing to fill their tanks…
When standard genetic tests came back negative for several children in the UAE with unexplained developmental delays and muscle weakness, doctors could easily have stopped looking. Instead, further investigation led to the identification of a previously unknown rare genetic disorder now recognised internationally and named after its discoverers. The condition, known as El-Hattab-Schmidt syndrome, was first described in 2018 after clinicians identified children with similar neurological features who shared a mutation in the same gene — a gene not previously linked to human disease. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “All the genes…
ABU DHABI, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Nikos Dendias, Minister of National Defence of the friendly Hellenic Republic. During the meeting, the two sides discussed the repercussions of Iran’s unprovoked, terrorist missile attacks targeting the UAE and several regional countries. They examined the impact of these actions on regional security and peace, their serious implications for international navigation, and the threat they pose to global energy supplies and the world economy. The UAE top diplomat highly valued the visit of Minister Dendias, noting…
ABU DHABI, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, said that the UAE, under the directives of its wise leadership, continues to strengthen its position as a leading regional hub for economic activities in the food sector. He highlighted that the country possesses an integrated infrastructure based on global best practices, advanced technology and flexible supply chains, which effectively ensure the sustainability and abundance of food supplies in local markets. This came during a field visit by the Minister to Abu Dhabi Vegetable Oil Company (ADVOC), one of the UAE’s leading national…
DUBAI, 11th March, 2026 (WAM) — The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, in collaboration with the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office, has launched the first specialised training workshops on artificial intelligence aimed at professionals involved in religious discourse. This initiative comes as part of a national strategic programme launched in partnership with leading global technology companies in the field. It aims to train more than 5,000 imams, preachers, muftis, and religious speakers, in alignment with the objectives of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031, while strengthening the integration of roles between religious…