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US AND ISRAEL STRIKE IRAN

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UK to let US use bases for strikes on Iran threats

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An Israeli soldier stands next to a fragment of a missile fired from Iran and intercepted by Israeli air defence system embedded in an open field in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.
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UAE residents told situation safe after emergency alert

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An F-35B launches from a ship. The deployment of the USS Tripoli (LHA 7) and the 31st MEU forms part of the "Peace Through Strength," bringing 2,200 elite Marines and F-35B stealth power to the doorstep of the IRGC.

What US Marines could do to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

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Indian vessel 'Nanda Devi' carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrives at Vadinar Port in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat state on March 17, 2026 after Iran allowed it to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy corridor that remains disrupted by the Middle East war.

Ready for Hormuz: UK, France, Germany, Japan, others

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The Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar’s principal site for production of liquefied natural gas and gas-to-liquid, administrated by Qatar Petroleum, some 80km north of capital Doha. File photo.

Iran drones hit Gulf refineries, spark regional tension

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TOPSHOT - This grab taken from a video released by Iran's Army office on April 28, 2023, shows Iranian naval soldiers boarding the Advantage Sweet oil tanker off the coast of Oman. - A US-bound oil tanker seized by Iran off the coast of Oman was carrying 24 Indian crew, the vessel's operator said, adding it was working to secure their release.
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US to 'unsanction' Iran oil — then use it against Iran

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UAE intercepts 4 Iranian missiles, 26 drones today

UAE remain on high alert after engaging 30 Iranian aerial threats in one day

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95% drop in Hormuz traffic as war disrupts oil route

Vessel attacks mount, costs surge and thousands remain stranded

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Unstable weather to hit UAE with rain and thunderstorms

Cloud cover is expected to persist with chances of rain over eastern areas

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Showers are forecast to be most likely over islands and eastern areas.

Dubai Miracle Garden revises free entry offer amid rush

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Residents can visit the garden for a discounted rate of Dh52.50 until March 31.
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JA Beach Hotel offers 50% room rate as resort credit

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JA Beach Hotel offers 50% room rate as resort credit

UAE-India holds talks on effects of Iran attacks

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Council condemns Iran's hostile acts in Gulf region

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Pearl Harbor shadow: Trump remark rattles Japan ties

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Smiles & celebrations: Residents mark first day of Eid

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Residents flock to Buhaira Corniche in Sharjah to mark Eid Al Fitr.

Eid Al Fitr celebrations illuminate Dubai landmarks

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Eid Al Fitr celebrations illuminate Dubai landmarks

Between headlines and home: Why it’s OK to pause

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Abu Dhabi opens two new bridges to boost connectivity

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Why the UAE is still the happiest country in Arab world

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Emirates flights explained: Delays, route impacts, FAQs

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10 ways to save money as oil prices surge globally

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UPDATE

Chuck Norris, Hollywood action star, dies at 86

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Ronaldo’s Eid wishes and outfit go viral online

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EID IN UAE

Eid Al Fitr: How UAE families are celebrating today

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Nina Marie Juan with her husband and two children.

Dubai Airports ready for Eid rush, says GDRFA chief

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Dubai Airports ready for Eid rush, says GDRFA chief
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