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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The UAE’s air defences engaged with 16 ballistic missiles and 42 drones launched from Iran on March 29, the Ministry of Defence revealed in a statement. Since Iranian attacks began across the region, UAE’s air defence have engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs. The attacks have resulted in the martyrdom of two members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, in addition to the martyrdom of a Moroccan civilian contracted by the Armed Forces, as well as eight fatalities of…
ABU DHABI, 29th March, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attack targeting a military camp in the State of Kuwait, which resulted in the injury of 10 members of the armed forces, in a flagrant violation of international law. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this aggression constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability, and further represents a dangerous escalation that threatens the security of GCC states and the wider region. The UAE…
The weather on Monday, March 30, is expected to be fair to partly cloudy and cloudy at times by night westward and over the islands. Light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times causing blowing dust, with a speed of 15-25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr. The sea will be rough to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Temperatures in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are expected to reach a high of 26ºC, 26ºC and 25ºC. Meanwhile, the mercury…
ABU DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of, and threats to target, civilian infrastructure and civilian facilities in the region, including schools, universities, hospitals, desalination plants, energy facilities, transportation hubs, and residential areas. Such actions constitute a flagrant and grave violation of the established principles and provisions of international law, and cannot, under any circumstances, be accepted or justified. These attacks have resulted in the loss of civilian lives and injuries, while terrorising millions across the region. H.H.…
Five healthcare facilities were temporarily shut down in Abu Dhabi after serious violations were found during routine inspections by the Department of Health. These facilities were closed temporarily and all staff were suspended, pending referral to the Public Prosecution for investigation. Violations included issuing sick leave certificates without proper medical examination or patient attendance in exchange for payment, manipulating medical records, employing unlicensed practitioners, and breaching licensing requirements. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The authority confirmed that the closure and license suspension will remain in effect pending legal and administrative proceedings. Meanwhile…
Hotels and resorts in the UAE are offering Eid staycation deals with discounts of up to 70 per cent, giving residents an opportunity to enjoy short holiday breaks within the country during the upcoming Eid holidays. Travel and deals platforms show that many hotels across the UAE are promoting special packages that combine room stays with meals, spa access and recreational activities, reducing the overall cost of a short holiday. Ramadan prayer timings Deals starting from under Dh200 According to deals platform Cobone, several Eid staycation packages are currently being promoted with price reductions of up to 70 per cent.…
ABU DHABI, 29th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with His Excellency Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, during which he condemned the terrorist attack targeting his residence in Duhok Governorate. His Highness reaffirmed the UAE’s support for all efforts to enhance the security of the Republic of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. His Excellency Barzani expressed his appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the UAE’s supportive stance towards Iraq in general and the Kurdistan Region in particular. The call…
After heavy rains hit the UAE last week, Sharjah Police has launched an initiative to help senior citizens and people of determination cope with the after effects of the unstable weather. The initiative helps them get replacement vehicle license plates lost during the weather conditions, with delivery directly to their homes without the need to visit service centers. The initiative will run for three days starting Sunday, March 29. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Beneficiaries can request replacement plates by contacting the call centre at 901, with the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing…
Muslims in Saudi Arabia have been urged to sight the Shawwal crescent moon on the evening of Wednesday, March 18. This sighting will determine the start of Eid Al Fitr 2026 in the Kingdom after a month-long fasting during Ramadan. According to astronomical calculations, the moon may not be visible on March 18, resulting in a 30-day Ramadan. This means the first day of Eid Al Fitr 2026 will on March 20. If the crescent is sighted on March 18, Eid will commence the next day, March 19. However, the moon sighting committee, that will convene on Wednesday will finally…
DUBAI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has hosted a meeting with senior representatives from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to enhance trade and investment flows between Dubai and India. During the meeting, the two sides agreed to develop a joint action plan aimed at broadening business partnerships across a range of priority sectors. The meeting was led by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Chandrajit Banerjee, Director-General of the Confederation of Indian Industry, together with senior representatives from both organisations. The discussions addressed the main elements of the action plan with the…