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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid Israeli, US strikes on Iran for the latest regional developments.] As regional developments fuelled speculation, many residents across the UAE turned to social media with a simple message, we are safe, we trust this country, and life here continues with calm. Instead of panic, timelines were filled with reassurance. Instead of fear, there were videos of daily routines, families, workplaces and quiet confidence in the systems that protect the country. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. That wave of support did not go unnoticed. Prominent Emirati figures…
ABU DHABI, 14th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance (MoF), in its capacity as issuer and in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) as issuing and payment agent, announced the successful completion of the March 2026 auctions of UAE dirham-denominated Treasury Bonds (T-Bonds), the first since start of the regional escalation, with a total issuance size of AED1.1 billion. This auction is part of the Treasury Bonds scheduled annual issuance programme for 2026, as published on the MoF’s official website. The auctions witnessed strong participation from the primary dealers for the T-Bond maturing in September…
DUBAI, 14th March, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, met with Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, who is currently visiting the UAE. They reviewed bilateral relations and explored ways to enhance economic and investment cooperation and expand trade and tourism exchange in support of sustainable development in both countries. The two sides also discussed regional developments and their implications for security, stability, and development at the regional and global levels. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid thanked the Ethiopian Prime…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Many visitors stranded in the UAE are holding off on extending their visas after authorities waived overstay fines for travellers affected by flight disruptions linked to regional tensions, according to travel agents. Industry experts told Khaleej Times that with the temporary waiver in place, many visitors are choosing to remain in the country for now while monitoring how long the policy will last and waiting for normal flight operations to resume. The government recently announced that overstay fines would be waived for visitors affected by flight disruptions, allowing stranded…
As residents navigate recent developments, pet parents across the UAE are asking the same question, how will this affect our animals? Animal behaviour specialists say dogs and cats are highly sensitive to environmental changes. They pick up on shifts in tone, routine and even breathing patterns. What may feel manageable to a human can be overwhelming for a pet. A Dubai-based pet community platform, Bearlot’s Furry Friends, recently shared detailed guidance for pet owners, outlining practical steps to reduce anxiety, prevent escape and prepare for worst case scenarios. Experts say these measures are not about fear, but about responsibility. Here…
The UAE Cyber Security Council has urged individuals and organisations to remain alert to the threat of wiper malware. The Council warns that it is among the ‘most destructive types of malicious software’ designed to erase data and deliberately disrupt systems. The Council stressed the importance of adopting strong cybersecurity practices to ensure the safety of users. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. It also outlined a set of recommendations to support both individuals and organisations in protecting their systems and data. For individuals, the council advised regularly updating systems and software, avoiding…
MAPUTO, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with Daniel Chapo, President of the Republic of Mozambique, in Maputo. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, to President Chapo, as well as their wishes for further progress and prosperity for the government and people…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid Israeli, US strikes on Iran for the latest regional developments.] As news of regional conflict and global tension dominates our feeds, many residents in the UAE are carrying what feels like ‘silent heaviness’, the kind that sits in your throat before you utter a word, follows you into meetings and turns even a normal day into something you have to push through. If you find yourself checking headlines every 10 minutes or feeling a tightening in your chest with every notification, you are not alone. Clinics and health authorities across the UAE have activated…
SEOUL, 14th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Republic of Korea has announced that it implemented a temporary fuel price cap system this week to help ease cost burdens amid supply concerns linked to the ongoing Middle East crisis, officials said. According to Yonhap News Agency, the government announced the plan at a task force meeting of ministers responsible for managing market prices, as domestic fuel prices continue to fluctuate. It marks the first time since 1997 that South Korea is enforcing the price ceiling system using a provision in the Petroleum Business Act that allows the industry minister to designate…
GENEVA, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — Jamal Al Musharakh, Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations and Other International Organisations in Geneva, held a series of high-level meetings with leaders of UN agencies and international organisations to brief them on the recent escalation in the Arabian Gulf region and the unprovoked Iranian aggression against the UAE, assuring them of the UAE’s stability and the continuity of humanitarian and economic operations. During meetings with senior officials including UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih; President of the International Committee of the Red Cross Mirjana Spoljaric Egger; Director-General…