Virgin Radio Dubai

Leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain have expressed their strong condemnation of the Iranian attacks during separate calls with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, has called Iran the "source of danger and threat to regional security and stability" a day after the country faced multiple attacks.

The UAE will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the unification of its armed forces on Wednesday, reflecting five decades of achievements in defending sovereignty and safeguarding national gains.

Authorities in the UAE have announced the implementation of distance learning from Tuesday, May 5, until Friday, May 8, for nurseries, public and private schools, as well as higher education institutions nationwide.

The UAE's air defence systems engaged 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles and four unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) on Monday, May 4.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron were among world leaders who strongly condemned the renewed Iranian attacks targeting the UAE, pledging continued support for the country.