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US-ISRAEL WAR ON IRAN

TACO to NACHO: Trump’s Hormuz strategy questioned

Responding to the label last year, Trump dismissed the criticism. “I chicken out? Oh, I’ve never heard that,” he said, calling his approach “negotiation.”

An Iranian woman holds up an image of Iran’s new supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as she takes part in a rally dubbed “Sacrificed Girls” to pay tribute to women killed during the Middle East war, in Tehran on April 17, 2026.

Iran's supreme leader: 'US suffered disgraceful defeat'

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UAE announces travel ban to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq

UAE announces travel ban to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq

Hegseth testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in the Rayburn House Office Building on April 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Iran war: Key takeaways as Hegseth faces fresh grilling

Amid the diplomatic deadlock between the US and iran, a new military plan to be presented to US President Donald Trump by the Central Command (CentCom) reportedly calls for a “short and powerful” wave of military strikes on the Iranian regime, including oil export facilities, military bases, command nodes, and regional militia‑support networks.

US weighs strikes vs Iran regime amid deadlock: Report

Watch: Shipping slows drastically at Strait of Hormuz

Watch: Shipping slows drastically at Strait of Hormuz

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The soul of Dubai is found in its people: Sheikh Hamdan

Residents across nationalities share heartfelt gratitude after Crown Prince’s message

7 big changes coming to the UAE in May 2026

From AI hiring to new bank rules, key UAE changes residents must prepare for

UAE foils $13 million arms deal

Attempt to route weapons shipment to Port Sudan foiled

Airport arrest

Nine-day Eid Al Adha holiday in UAE for schools

File photo of visitors enjoying a fireworks display at the Dubai Frame on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

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CFI secures Brazil Central Bank licence

CFI secures Brazil Central Bank licence

Free entry for families at Miracle Garden on weekdays

Tragic end for US-settled Malayali sisters in India

UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for May 2026

Good news: Pakistan cuts passport delivery time

Pakistan on Thursday announces to reduce the ordinary passport delivery time.

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AHD introduces scar-free approach to breast surgery

The key benefits for patients undergoing breast surgery with the da Vinci System include a virtually scar-free breast, less trauma to surrounding tissue, reduced pain, a faster recovery and optimal sensory retention

Air India Express ramps up UAE flights again

Karisma Kapoor wins relief in Sunjay Kapoor case

UAE launches instant bank account service for tourists

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UFC champion Chimaev's Sharmax Motors' brand ambassador

Russian-Emirati professional mixed martial artist and freestyle wrestler, Khamzat Chimaev

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ASUS PX13: a workstation for creators on the move

ASUS PX13: a workstation for creators on the move

Dubai Police warn over weak home device security risks

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LEPAS debuts all-electric line-up at Auto China 2026

LEPAS debuts all-electric line-up at Auto China 2026

SPORT

Two semi-finals, two controversial handball decisions

Handball controversary amongst both Champions League semi-final first-leg ties

Riyan Parag fined for vaping during IPL match

Rajasthan Royals' Skipper Riyan Parag