UAE authorities: One person killed and five others injured in an explosion at a car showroom
2 week agoZelensky: Spoke with UAE President Muhammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Grateful for full understanding of the situation and support for efforts for peace and greater security. We just talked about how the Emirates can help us in Europe, in particular in the Black Sea region. This concerns food security, maritime security, and increasing opportunities to protect lives. We also talked about bilateral projects in various areas
2 week agoA ship was targeted and explosions occurred 21 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman.
US and UAE to establish Task Force Talon Synapse focused, which is the first bilateral task focused on accelerating the development of military artificial intelligence applications. It is scheduled to formally launch in the coming weeks, says Centcom. & the Abu Dhabi-based team will consist of approximately 20 American and Emirati personnel with expertise in AI, data, and cybersecurity
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We strongly condemn the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates the UAE's full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, and its support for all measures aimed at preserving their security and stability.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We strongly condemn the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
3 week agoA U.S. Air Force KC-135T tanker (tail number 60-0346) is squawking emergency code 7700 after operating over the Persian Gulf. The aircraft is now descending toward Al Dhafra Air Base and appears to be preparing for an emergency landing
A maritime security incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, east of Dubai. A vessel sustained damage from an unidentified projectile, resulting in damage to its steering system. All crew members are reported to be safe. There was no environmental impact.
Air France announces suspension of flights to Dubai and Riyadh "for security reasons"
3 week agoA vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman, causing a fire on the ship, UKMTO says. The crew safely abandoned the vessel and has been recovered by a tugboat
British maritime authority: Report of an incident involving a merchant vessel approximately 100 nautical miles east of Duqm, Oman
The UAE strongly condemns the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Jordan.
Dubai government: Reuters reports of explosions in downtown Dubai are false.
1 month agoLoud explosions reported in the sky over Dubai
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) prohibits aircraft operators from operating within the airspace of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, or the airspace over the waters of the Gulf of Oman.
ADNOC Logistics & Services: We confirm that in the early hours of Tuesday, the oil tankers Al Bahia and Mombasa B were attacked with projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
India summons Iranian deputy ambassador after Indian sailor killed in Strait of Hormuz
UAE Defense Ministry: One person killed after two Emirati tankers were targeted by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz
UAE Defense Ministry: National tankers "Mombasa" and "Al Bahia" targeted by Iran
The US closes its embassy in Abu Dhabi and consulate in Dubai due to security concerns.
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and U.S. Consulate General in Dubai have canceled consular appointments from July 13 – 15 due to the regional security situation
1 month agoThe UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan
UAE Ministry of Defense: Fire breaks out in one of the warehouses at Zayed Military City
1 month agoIranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Blaming Iran for defending itself against aggression is irresponsible and unjustified. This situation is not a military confrontation, but rather a continuation of the blatant military aggression that began on February 28 by the United States and the Zionist regime against Iran. Iran has not attacked anywhere; Iran's strikes against US military bases and assets located on the southern shore of the Persian Gulf are an exercise of the inherent right of self-defense under international law.
The UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority: There are currently no indicators that warrant concern.
1 month agoNCEMA confirms missile threats detected this morning were outside UAE borders. Situation remains stable. National monitoring systems are at the highest level of readiness
UAE: Ministry of Defense: The sounds heard in various parts of the country are the result of UAE air defense systems engaging ballistic missiles and drones.
The UAE strongly condemns the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain and Kuwait.
Anwar Gargash, advisor to the President of the UAE: The Iranian attacks on the Qatari and Saudi commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, and the repeated aggression against our sister states Bahrain and Kuwait, are a clear indication that Tehran is still incapable of committing to what is required to reduce the escalation and erase the page of war. It is unacceptable for the Arab Gulf states to remain a target for Iran's hesitation between the logic of escalation and the path of rationality, stability, and peace
