Virgin Radio Dubai

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, received condolences from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, on the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

The UAE has strongly condemned recent attacks by the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and allied armed groups against Ethiopian federal forces, as well as the seizure of airports in the Tigray region and the escalation of fighting in the neighbouring Afar and Amhara regions.

The UAE is launching a nationwide initiative to help families support children's learning, development and wellbeing during their most important early years.

A total of 17 tanks were seized for the illegal disposal of harmful materials during the first half of the year, Dubai Police announced on Friday, adding that 18 suspects were detained.

As many as 2,395 violations in unauthorised construction and illegal occupancy in residential areas have been recorded in the first half of 2026, Dubai Municipality announced, adding that strict action has been taken against 466 cases.

Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).