India is in discussions with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) over the potential sale of its advanced defence systems, including the supersonic BrahMos cruise missile, according to sources familiar with the matter. The talks, which have not been previously reported, are in the early stages but are progressing quickly, with both sides also exploring the […]
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UAE sets minimum age of 15 for social media users
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a minimum age requirement of 15 for social media users, becoming the first Arab country to implement such a restriction as governments worldwide increase efforts to protect children online. Under new regulations approved on Thursday, children under the age of 15 will not be allowed to create, operate […]
UAE rejects claims of releasing frozen Iranian assets
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has firmly denied media reports suggesting it agreed to release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets, calling the claims “entirely false and unfounded.” In a statement issued early Saturday, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected allegations that funds belonging to Iran had been released, transferred, or facilitated through […]
Pakistan condemns drone attack on UAE nuclear plant
Pakistan has strongly condemned a reported drone attack on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), calling it a serious violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. Read More: Drone strike sparks fire on edge of UAE’s nuclear power plant Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in an official statement, expressed deep concern […]
Drone strike sparks fire on edge of UAE’s nuclear power plant
A drone strike targeted the United Arab Emirates´ sole nuclear power plant on Sunday, sparking a fire on its perimeter. There were no reports of injuries or radiological release, but it highlighted the risk of renewed war as the Iran ceasefire remains tenuous. No one immediately claimed responsibility, and the UAE did not blame anyone. […]
Modi visit boosts India and UAE defence and energy ties
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to strengthen bilateral defence and energy cooperation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi latest visit to the Gulf state, marking a significant expansion of strategic ties between the two countries. Read More: UAE pledges $5bn investment in India According to India’s foreign ministry, both sides finalised a framework for […]
UAE denies reports of Netanyahu secret visit during Iran conflict
The United Arab Emirates has denied claims that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to the country during the Iran conflict. The clarification came after the Israeli prime minister’s office reportedly stated on Wednesday that Netanyahu had travelled to the UAE during the Iran war and held a meeting with the Emirati […]
UAE leaders review industrial growth at Make it in the Emirates 2026
UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Vice President and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the “Make it in the Emirates 2026” exhibition in Abu Dhabi, where the country’s industrial progress and innovation agenda were highlighted. Read More: Pakistan condemns missile and drone attacks on UAE The meeting took place at the […]
Pakistan condemns missile and drone attacks on UAE
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday strongly condemned the missile and drone attacks on civilian infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates last night. In his post on X, the prime minister expressed full solidarity with UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed. “Pakistan stands firmly with our Emirati brothers and sisters as well as with the Government […]
UAE says OPEC exit not directed against any country
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has clarified that its decision to exit OPEC and OPEC+ was not directed against any country, with the move instead aimed at advancing national economic and industrial priorities, according to UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology Sultan Al Jaber. Read More: United Arab Emirates Leaves OPEC, Reshapes Global Oil Market […]