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News and updates on what’s happening in Dubai. Announcements and important information about the emirate that the residents should be aware of. Here we share current events and advisories, as well as trends for your reference.
DFA: Crisis Alert Levels in Middle East Remain Unchanged
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed that crisis alert levels across concerned countries in the Middle East remain unchanged, even as authorities....
941 Iranian Drones, 189 Ballistic Missiles, and 8 Cruise Missiles Directed at the UAE Since Start of Attack
ABU DHABI, March 4, 2026 – The UAE Ministry of Defence announced that its air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed multiple aerial threats today.....
UAE Reaffirms Right to Self-Defense, Remains Neutral Amid Repeated Attacks
The United Arab Emirates has officially reaffirmed that it has not altered its defensive posture in response to repeated Iranian attacks, according to a statement....
Dubai Authorities Contain Fire Near US Consulate Following Drone Incident
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai authorities have successfully extinguished a fire near the US Consulate. The Dubai Media Office confirmed the blaze resulted from a drone-related....
UAE Extends Distance Learning to All Students Until March 6
DUBAI, UAE – The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research have officially announced an extension of distance learning across....
812 Drones, 186 Ballistic Missiles, and 8 Cruise Missiles Target UAE: Ministry of Defense Update
ABU DHABI, UAE – On March 3, 2026, the official spokesperson for the UAE Ministry of Defense issued a comprehensive update on the nation’s active....
Dubai Company Gives Free Stays to Stranded Visitors
A Dubai-based holiday home company is offering free accommodation to travelers stranded in the emirate due to ongoing regional airspace closures. Casa Elan Holiday Homes....
MoHRE Cuts Paperwork by Up to 100% With AI Overhaul
Paperwork, long queues, and repeated form-filling may soon be a thing of the past. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) has announced major....
UAE Resumes Exceptional Flights — But Don’t Go to the Airport Yet
Travelers affected by recent regional disruptions may soon be able to fly out of the UAE — but authorities are warning passengers not to head....
Would You Trust a Driverless Truck? Abu Dhabi Is Testing One
Abu Dhabi has begun testing autonomous trucks in a controlled industrial zone, marking the first pilot project of its kind in the Middle East and....
