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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.
Certificate of Not the Same Person: Why Your Name Can Delay Travel
PHILIPPINES: Travelers with very common Filipino names are advised to secure a Certificate of Not the Same Person before heading to the airport, especially if....
Dubai Police Urge Public to Stay Alert Against Fraud Scammers Who Exploit Ongoing Crisis
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai Police have issued a public warning about a new wave of fraudulent activity, where scammers are exploiting the current regional situation....
UAE Residents Advised to Follow Official Sources for Accurate News Updates
The UAE National Media Authority has issued an important advisory, urging all residents to rely on official and trusted sources for information, particularly during critical....
UAE Closes Embassy in Tehran, Withdraws Diplomatic Mission Following Missile Attacks
ABU DHABI, UAE – The United Arab Emirates has officially announced the closure of its Embassy in Tehran and the immediate withdrawal of its Ambassador....
Abu Dhabi Naval Base Targeted in Iranian Drone Attack, Says UAE Defence Ministry
ABU DHABI, UAE – The UAE Ministry of Defence has issued a strong statement following an incident targeting the Al Salam naval base in Abu....
541 Drones, 165 Ballistic Missiles, and 2 Cruise Missiles in UAE Since Start of Iranian Attack
ABU DHABI, UAE – Since Iranian attacks began on February 28, 2026, the UAE has faced a massive barrage of aerial threats. The Ministry of....
3 Killed, 58 Injured in Iranian Attacks, says UAE Ministry of Defence
ABU DHABI, UAE – The UAE Ministry of Defence has announced that recent attacks from Iran resulted in three fatalities and 58 injuries. The casualties....
UAE Ministry Advises Remote Work for Private Sector Amid Safety Concerns, Avoid Open Areas
DUBAI, UAE – The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has issued a recommendation urging private sector establishments across the UAE to implement remote....
Marcos: Filipinos in Middle East Relocated to Safety Amid Escalating Airstrikes
PHILIPPINES (March 1, 2026) – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has confirmed that Filipinos residing in the Middle East have been successfully relocated to safe....
Fire Breaks Out in Warehouse in Sharjah Industrial Area 8
SHARJAH, UAE – Sharjah Civil Defence teams have successfully contained a fire that broke out in a warehouse located in Industrial Area 8 on Sunday.....
