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Ships stranded in Gulf face a strange new threat

Ships anchored off the Port of Long Beach in Long Beach, California, US, on Thursday, May 7, 2026. The near closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sparked a global fuel crunch, and consumers are getting saddled with soaring prices. Photo used for illustrative purposes.

Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President

Iran can restore trust through respect for sovereignty

A handout photo made available by the Iranian Army press office on October 21, 2021 shows military personnel inspecting drones during a military exercise at an undisclosed location in Iran. A drone 'from Iran' reportedly crashes into Iraqi Kurdistan home, killing two persons, according to Iraqi authorities.

Iran rapidly rebuilding drone production during truce

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Ahmad Vahidi is believed to be influencing both war strategy and peace talks.

Hardline Iran general emerges as key figure in US talks

A heated hour-long phone call between the two leaders on Tuesday exposed growing frustration inside the Israeli leadership after Trump abruptly paused a planned new wave of US strikes on Iran — an operation reportedly set to be renamed “Operation Sledgehammer.”

Trump-Netanyahu split widens over Iran war strategy

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Chairman of Masdar and Executive Chairman of XRG.

Hormuz is not just an oil story — Sultan Al Jaber

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Banks told to tighten anti-fraud security beyond OTPs

Central bank launches anti-fraud centre amid rising digital scam threats

Abandoned Filipina girl in UAE dies in vegetative state

Biological mother arrives after a long absence as foster parents try to lay her to rest

How travellers can stay safe from Ebola on Eid, Hajj

UAE doctors urge pilgrims to prioritise vaccines, hydration, early symptom checks

Muslims gather at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on the first day of the Eid Al Adha festival, which marks the end of the hajj pilgrimage to Mecca

At 83, Pakistani artist in Dubai is still going strong

Pakistani artist Nazar has been painting since the 1960s, but it is only in retirement that the Dubai resident, now in his 80s and a UAE Golden Visa holder recognised for his artistic contributions, has fully devoted himself to blending cubism, pointillism and Quranic calligraphy in his work.

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Elite debuts Jetour Trusted Preowned programme

Elite debuts Jetour Trusted Preowned programme

What UK's multi-billion deal with GCC means for UAE

New Arabian Travel Market 2026 dates revealed

Abu Dhabi pushes Emirati representation in classrooms

Last-minute Eid trip? UAE airlines roll out deals

Etihad Airways is preparing for a busy Eid al-Adha and summer travel season.

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Ellington hands over Ellington House II and Arbor View

Ellington hands over Ellington House II and Arbor View

New Arabic programme for UAE schools: Who it is for

Not a broken AC: Why your home feels warm in UAE

UAE: Man jailed 3 years, fined Dh5m for child marriages

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Chinese stories find a new home in the Arab world

Chinese stories find a new home in the Arab world

Gulf News-Y-Axis webinar on permanent residency

World condemns Israel over flotilla activists footage

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CFI launches local stock trading on DFM

CFI launches local stock trading on DFM

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Antonelli to face resurgent Russell in Canada

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli of Italy celebrates after winning the Miami Formula One Grand Prix auto race, Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

CSK say MS Dhoni will return on one condition

Chennai Super Kings' say MS Dhoni will return to action on one condition