News
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.
Drone Debris Hits Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi; Mother & Child Sustain Minor Injuries
ABU DHABI, UAE – Relevant authorities in Abu Dhabi have confirmed an incident involving drone debris falling onto the façade of one of the Etihad....
One Death, Seven Injured After Drone Interception Targeting Zayed International Airport
ABU DHABI, UAE – Abu Dhabi Airports has confirmed that falling debris from an intercepted drone targeting Zayed International Airport has resulted in one fatality....
Two Injured as Drone Debris Falls in Two Dubai Homes
DUBAI, UAE – Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that debris from intercepted drones fell into the courtyards of two residential homes in the emirate earlier....
Fire Reported at Jebel Ali Port Following Aerial Debris; No Injuries Confirmed
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai authorities have confirmed that a fire broke out at one of the berths at Jebel Ali Port earlier today. The incident....
Drone Intercepted at Burj Al Arab; Minor Fire Contained, No Injuries Reported
DUBAI, UAE – Authorities have confirmed the successful interception of a drone at the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel. Debris from the interception caused a....
4 Staff Injured in Incident at Dubai Airport (DXB), Situation Under Control by Emergency Team
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai Airports has confirmed that an incident occurred at Dubai International (DXB) earlier today, resulting in minor damage to one of the....
UAE Announces Remote Learning for All Schools and Universities (March 2–4, 2026)
DUBAI, UAE – The UAE government has announced a temporary shift to distance learning for all public and private schools, universities, and other higher education....
Alert: Incident Reported in Palm Jumeirah Building; Fire Now Under Control
Dubai, UAE – Dubai authorities have confirmed that an incident occurred earlier today involving a building in the Palm Jumeirah area. Emergency response teams were....
NCEMA: Situation under control, monitoring maintained around the clock
ABU DHABI, 28th February, 2026 (WAM) — The National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) affirmed that the current situation is under control, and....
Interior Ministry affirms all precautionary measures to ensure public safety
ABU DHABI, 28th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Interior affirmed that it is closely monitoring regional developments and remains at the highest level....
