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Trump envoy Kushner discusses Gaza plan with Egypt

Trump envoy Kushner discusses Gaza plan with Egypt

File photo of Benjamin Netanyahu addressing the UN on Iran’s nuclear programme. A fabricated quote about Tehran’s nuclear ambitions later found its way into an Aug. 5 speech by the Israeli prime minister.

Iran nuclear fake travels from India via Israel to US

US President Donald Trump began the Iran war with sweeping ambitions, but six months later Washington’s immediate goals have narrowed considerably.

Six months of Iran war, only to return to square one?

Three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz over the past 72 hours, according to the latest maritime security assessment.

Strait of Hormuz standoff: 3 vessels attacked in 72 hrs

Iranian women enjoy a dip in the sea as vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran on August 10, 2026.

US-Iran war: Key updates for UAE residents this evening

Civil Defense highlights emergency steps to reduce risk to lives and property

Saudi Arabia urges Jazan residents to follow guidance

UAE travellers urged to check flight status as Bahrain, Kuwait routes face cancellations amid regional tensions

Travelling today? Check cancellations before you travel

LATEST NEWS

Flying from UAE to India? Expect tighter airport checks

Airlines warn of delays, advise travellers to complete formalities in advance

Walk-in passport services for some Indian expats in UAE

Five categories of applicants can now access walk-in slots at 16 ICAC centres by Alhind

Driving in Dubai? Know these Salik fines and rules

Avoid Salik toll fines by learning about violations, penalties, and how to dispute them

From Dh50 to Dh10,000 - here’s what triggers Salik fines and how you can prevent them.

Pakistan’s $2.5b rail upgrade targets 160km/h trains

The first phase of the long-delayed Main Line-1 (ML-1) project will cover the 480km Karachi-Rohri/Sukkur section.

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From 1977: Asghar Furniture shapes UAE living

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Indian soldier killed wife, threw her off roof: Family

UAE might get 5 days of rain as temperatures reach 49°C

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Best gym gloves and lifting gear on Amazon.ae

Gym gloves and lifting accessories ready for training

Saudi Arabia updates Hajj accommodation rules

The updated requirements cover operational readiness, safety and maintenance standards, continuity of essential services and compliance with operating requirements aimed at providing pilgrims with a safe and well-organised stay.

Flying from Vizag? Your airport changes from August 17

UAE scholarships: How students could lose funding

Dubai rolls out e-bike delivery service in 11 locations

‘We get along great’: Trump shares Kim Jong-un photo

Modi’s ‘special’ morning with peacocks, cows goes viral

Police honour man for reporting suspicious activity

Museum of Illusions Dubai shuts its Al Seef home

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Eala reaches career-high ranking

Rising WTA contender builds on deep runs with minimal points to defend

'It’s very embarrassing moment for Australian cricket'

Bangladesh batsmen Shadman Islam (2nd L) and Mominul Haque (C) shake hands with Australian players after hitting their team's winning run on the fourth day of their first cricket Test match at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on August 16, 2026.