Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 15th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from His Excellency Robert Abela, Prime Minister of the Republic of Malta, during which they discussed the latest developments in the region and the implications of escalating military actions that threaten regional and international security and stability. During the call, His Excellency Abela condemned the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the UAE and a number of other countries in the region, noting that they constitute a violation of state sovereignty and international norms and that their continuation undermines regional…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] UAE air defence systems intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 6 drones on March 15, 2026 coming from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have intercepted 298 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,606 UAVs. These attacks resulted in the death of six people of Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationalities, and 142 minor to moderate injuries among individuals of Emirati, Egyptian, Sudanese, Ethiopian, Filipino, Pakistani, Iranian, Indian, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Azerbaijani, Yemeni, Ugandan, Eritrean, Lebanese, Afghan, Bahraini, Comorian, Turkish, Iraqi, Nepali,…
ABU DHABI, 16th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from His Excellency Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani, Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq, during which they discussed developments in the region and their serious repercussions on its security and stability, in addition to the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates and several brotherly countries in the region. During the call, the Iraqi Prime Minister condemned the treacherous terrorist attack that targeted the UAE Consulate General in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the second time…
In a first for the region, Dubai’s beaches will soon get aquatic rescue robots and aerial water-rescue drones, aimed at making the beach experience safer for residents. The advanced, technology-driven beach safety system features AI-enabled solutions that enhance safety and response speed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Aquatic robot At the centre of this system is the aquatic rescue robot — the first of its kind in the Middle East. The remote-controlled, self-propelled rescue device operates at speeds up to five times faster than traditional lifeguards. It allows lifeguards to reach swimmers…
ABU DHABI, 15th March, 2026 (WAM) — Isaac Del Toro secured overall victory at the 2026 Tirreno-Adriatico after safely completing the final stage to San Benedetto del Tronto with support from his UAE Team Emirates-XRG teammates. The Mexican rider overcame a crash with 90 kilometres remaining but remounted and finished safely in the peloton to retain the leader’s jersey and confirm his dominance in the prestigious Italian UCI WorldTour stage race. The traditional closing stage, a 142-kilometre route from Civitanova Marche to San Benedetto del Tronto, ended in a bunch sprint won by Jonathan Milan of Lidl-Trek. A late crash…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Air India and Air India Express will operate a number of additional special (ad-hoc) flights to the UAE on March 16, even as regular scheduled services to the country remain largely suspended amid the evolving security situation in the Middle East. The airline group said it will operate 26 non-scheduled (ad-hoc) flights to and from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, subject to slot availability and prevailing operational conditions at departure airports. For the UAE, the planned services include an Air India flight from Delhi and an Air…
DUBAI, 15th March, 2026 (WAM) — Habtoor Polo delivered a fine performance to beat Jehangiri Polo to clinch the Dubai Challenge Cup at the Al Habtoor Polo Club. Despite Jehangiri Polo’s persistent efforts to challenge and narrow the margin, Habtoor Polo remained composed and consistent from start to finish, ultimately securing a decisive and well-earned 7-6.5 victory. In the Subsidiary Final, RGF Polo defeated Dubai Wolves by Thera Polo 5.5-2 to emerged winners. Source: Emirates News Agency
On March 16, UAE residents can expect fair to partly cloudy weather. Conditions will be cloudy at times by night. Temperatures are expected to increase again. Light to moderate winds will blow in a northeasterly to southwesterly direction. The winds will freshen at times, causing blowing dust, with a speed of 10kmph to 20kmph, reaching 35kmph. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Temperatures will range between 21ºC and 38ºC in Abu Dhabi; and between 23ºC and 37ºC in Dubai. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Source:…
ABU DHABI, 15th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has issued silver commemorative coins in celebration of Emirati Children’s Day, which falls on 15 March of each year. The obverse side of the silver coin features the nominal value of “15 dirhams” as a symbolic reference to the date of the occasion, surrounded by the inscription “Central Bank of the UAE” in both Arabic and English. The reverse side showcases the official theme of the occasion, represented by the phrase “The Right to Identity and National Culture”, accompanied by an artistic illustration of…
ABU DHABI, 15th March, 2026 (WAM) –The Zayed Authority for People of Determination has successfully built an advanced vocational education system that aligns with the best international standards. The system focuses on empowering People of Determination, granting them professional independence and opportunities to actively participate in sustainable development. The Authority provides innovative educational programs and study plans that meet the needs of its members and prepare them for the labor market. These programmes are delivered under the supervision of qualified specialists and teachers, while strategic partnerships are established to expand employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors. The…