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ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the announcement by Lebanon and Israel regarding reaching a trilateral framework agreement, facilitated and supported by the United States, and commended the diplomatic efforts by US President Donald Trump, and Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, in facilitating this agreement. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed hope that this development will constitute a positive step toward fostering an environment conducive to regional stability, and affirmed the importance of continued effective international coordination to prevent further escalation and mitigate the humanitarian and security…

Are you planning to visit the UAE to experience the glimmering coastal waters or to visit the towering skyscrapers that reach into the skies above? The UAE offers relatively easy access for visitors and allows citizens of at least 70 countries to enter the nation without a visa. Travelling to the country is also convenient as a large network of airlines fly to and from the country’s multiple airports. Dubai airport has been the world’s busiest airport for years, with the country welcoming millions of visitors every year. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp…

ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Joseph Aoun, President of the Lebanese Republic, spoke by telephone today to discuss bilateral relations and ways to further strengthen cooperation in support of both countries’ interests and the prosperity and wellbeing of their peoples. The call also covered the latest developments in Lebanon and ongoing efforts to reinforce the country’s security, stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity. President Aoun expressed his appreciation to His Highness for the UAE’s support for Lebanon and its people, and wished the UAE continued…

UAE’s Ministry of Defence has issued a statement to mourn an Emirati soldier who was martyred while on a training mission on Saturday, June 27. The ministry said that the training mission was carried out in the country and resulted in First Corporal Issa Ghaloum Al Baloushi’s death. It did not provide further information on the incident. It extended its deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the family of the fallen serviceman, praying that Almighty God grants him His vast mercy. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Source: Khaleej Times

The UAE Lottery announced the results of its Saturday night Lucky Day draw, with thousands of participants winning prizes across multiple categories. Draw No. 260627, held at 9.30pm on June 27, saw one player win Dh100,000 after matching five winning numbers and the Lucky Month number. The winning numbers for Saturday’s draw were 3, 5, 8, 13, 23 and 26, while the Lucky Month number was 11. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Three participants also won Dh50,000 each in the Lucky Chance draw. The winning IDs were AQ1563370, AJ0833078, and CS6916828. A…

ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Airways launched its inaugural flight to Dhaka on 26th June, operating a sold-out B777 to the capital of Bangladesh. The route strengthens trade and cargo connectivity across the South Asia corridor and responds to sustained demand for both passenger travel and logistics between the UAE and Bangladesh. EY382 departed Abu Dhabi at 22:00 on 26th June, arriving into Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka, the following morning. The new service operates four times weekly; operated by Etihad’s Boeing 777 aircraft, each flight offers 28 lie-flat Business and 374 Economy seats, with substantial…

ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is providing diverse humanitarian assistance through the UAE Aid Agency to relieve those affected amid the ongoing crisis in Lebanon. The UAE’s assistance reflects the nation’s civilisational mission and its moral responsibilities towards communities and peoples affected by disasters and crises, as well as its international commitments to ensuring swift humanitarian response for those impacted by such situations. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of UAE Aid Agency, reaffirmed the UAE’s continued global role in providing immediate response…

ABU DHABI, 27th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has expressed deep concern over the ongoing military escalation by the two warring parties in several areas of Sudan, including the city of El Obeid, and the resulting civilian casualties and worsening humanitarian crisis. The UAE reiterated its steadfast rejection of the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, stressing the need for both parties to allow all civilians to leave and to provide safe humanitarian corridors to facilitate their passage. The UAE emphasised that the immediate priority is to secure an urgent humanitarian truce and a permanent ceasefire…

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The UAE has expressed deep concern over the ongoing military escalation by the two warring parties in several areas of Sudan, including the city of El Obeid, and the resulting civilian casualties and worsening humanitarian crisis. The UAE reiterated its rejection of attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, stressing that both parties must allow civilians to leave safely and ensure humanitarian corridors remain open. It also underscored the need for an immediate humanitarian truce and a permanent ceasefire to protect civilians and enable the safe, unhindered delivery of aid amid the worsening humanitarian crisis. Stay up to date with the…