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UAE Condemns Iranian Missile and Drone Attack on Kuwait ABU DHABI, September 3, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned an Iranian missile and drone attack targeting Kuwait on Thursday, describing it as a flagrant violation of the country’s sovereignty. In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack threatened Kuwait’s security and stability. The ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with Kuwait and expresse

Qatar Condemns Renewed Iranian Attacks on Jordan and UAE DOHA, September 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Qatar has strongly condemned renewed Iranian attacks targeting Jordan with missiles and the United Arab Emirates with a drone. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attacks as a serious violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of both countries. It said the attacks also breached international law, the United Nations Charter and the princ

ADIHEX 2026 Opens in Abu Dhabi for 10-Day Run | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, August 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition opened at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi on Friday for an extended 10-day edition running through September 6. The exhibition is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club. The 23rd edition is organized by A

DXB First-Half Passenger Traffic Drops 31.3% During Iran War DUBAI, August 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport fell 31.3% in the first half of 2026 after the war with Iran disrupted aviation networks across the Gulf, according to figures released by airport operator Dubai Airports. DXB handled 31.5 million passengers during the six-month period, compared with 46 million a year earlier. Second-quarter traffic accounted for 13 mill

UAE Archaeological Findings Document Human Activity Dating Back 60,000 Years | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, August 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Archaeological research announced across the UAE in 2026 has documented human activity dating back approximately 60,000 years while revealing new evidence about settlement, environmental adaptation and economic connections during later periods. A major collective tomb discovered at the Qattara Archaeological Cemetery in Al Ain offers one of

Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy of Falic Group ABU DHABI, August 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Miami-based Falic Group has agreed to acquire 100% of DFS’s luxury travel retail business at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, establishing a major regional operation for Duty Free Americas. Financial terms were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter. Zayed International Airport, the second-largest airport in the Unite

UAE Halts Trade and Financial Transactions With Iran Until Further Notice ABU DHABI, August 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates has halted all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran until further notice, according to Afra Al Hameli, Director of the Strategic Communications Department at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Al Hameli linked the decision to regional escalations that she said were undermining regional and internat

UAE Condemns Iranian Drone Attack on Masrour Barzani’s Office in Erbil ABU DHABI, August 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates condemned what its Ministry of Foreign Affairs described as an Iranian attack involving two drones against targets in Erbil, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The drones targeted the office of Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and the residence of the Director of the Protection Agency, the ministry said. The UAE ministry described the

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Discuss Bilateral Cooperation ABU DHABI, August 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Economic cooperation and regional security formed the agenda of a meeting between UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman during the Omani leader’s fraternal visit to the UAE. Talks on the Middle East covered the serious developments affecting the regi

Saudi Arabia Condemns Iran’s Targeting of Two ADNOC Tankers RIYADH, August 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Iran’s targeting of two tankers belonging to the UAE’s ADNOC while they were transiting the Strait of Hormuz, holding Tehran fully responsible for the consequences and demanding an immediate end to the attacks. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the incident as an unacceptable continuation of Iranian attacks against comm

UAE Condemns Iranian Attack on Two ADNOC-Affiliated Vessels RIYADH, August 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned what it described as an Iranian attack against two ADNOC-affiliated vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. No injuries were reported. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said threats against commercial shipping in the waterway jeopardize regional stability and global energy security. The ministry cited UN Security Council R

UAE Announces US$10 Million Emergency Aid for Colombia Earthquake Victims ABU DHABI, August 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates announced a US$10 million emergency humanitarian response for communities affected by the earthquake in Colombia, acting under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The UAE Aid Agency is coordinating the delivery of medical supplies, food and shelter materials with Colombian authorities and internation

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Meets Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during the Bahraini monarch’s visit to the United Arab Emirates. The leaders discussed expanding economic and development cooperation between their countries. King Hamad also credited UAE support with helping Bahrain respond to chal

Saudi Arabia Condemns Iranian Attack on Emirati Tanker in Strait of Hormuz RIYADH, August 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the attack on an Emirati tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz and held Iran responsible for the incident and its consequences. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack threatened the security and safety of maritime navigation and global energy supplies. The Kingdom described Iran’s continued attacks as a grav

UAE Condemns Iranian Missile Attack on ADNOC-Affiliated Carrier ABU DHABI, August 8 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned an Iranian missile attack targeting an ADNOC-affiliated carrier as it transited the Strait of Hormuz, saying no injuries were reported. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack constituted a flagrant violation of UN Security Council Resolution 2817. The ministry said the resolution affirmed the importance of

UAE condemns drone attacks targeting Saudi oil facilities ABU DHABI, July 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The United Arab Emirates condemned renewed drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory towards oil facilities in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. The UAE Foreign Ministry described the attempted strikes as a violation of Saudi sovereignty and a threat to the Kingdom’s security and stability. The ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support