http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Tue, 05 May 2026 13:26:38 +0200 Tue, 05 May 2026 13:26:38 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/euronews-journalist-reports-emirates-flight-to-dubai-held-at-heathrow-during-uae-air-strik http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/euronews-journalist-reports-emirates-flight-to-dubai-held-at-heathrow-during-uae-air-strik Mon, 04 May 2026 21:22:48 +0200 Toby Gregory reported the atmosphere in the cabin remained calm, with passengers having no concerns about safety due to Emirates' track record of maintaining passenger safety. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/dubai-residents-take-shelter-as-uae-intercepts-suspected-missile-attack http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/dubai-residents-take-shelter-as-uae-intercepts-suspected-missile-attack Mon, 04 May 2026 15:42:24 +0200 Euronews journalists reported hearing explosions from air defence intercepts above Dubai after a missile alert on Monday, as the UAE said Iran struck an ADNOC-linked tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/04/uae-qatar-seek-new-gulf-asia-trade-corridor-in-landmark-agreement-with-south-korea http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/04/uae-qatar-seek-new-gulf-asia-trade-corridor-in-landmark-agreement-with-south-korea Mon, 04 May 2026 08:15:14 +0200 The UAE signed a landmark trade deal with South Korea, the day after it left OPEC, while Qatar is also engaging with Seoul for its own trade agreement. The Gulf states are paving a structural trade corridor with Asia. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/uae-airspace-fully-reopens-as-flights-set-to-surge-back-after-months-of-middle-east-disrup http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/uae-airspace-fully-reopens-as-flights-set-to-surge-back-after-months-of-middle-east-disrup Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:02 +0200 The UAE has restored full air operations after months of disruption caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran, marking a major step towards recovery for regional travel and key hubs, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/01/uaes-opec-exit-signals-strategic-shift-as-gulf-unity-faces-new-test-over-oil-policy http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/01/uaes-opec-exit-signals-strategic-shift-as-gulf-unity-faces-new-test-over-oil-policy Fri, 01 May 2026 15:48:41 +0200 The UAE's exit from OPEC signals a strategic shift, raising questions about Gulf coordination and the organisation's future. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/29/oil-prices-rise-despite-uae-exit-from-opec-as-iran-war-ceasefire-hangs-in-balance http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/29/oil-prices-rise-despite-uae-exit-from-opec-as-iran-war-ceasefire-hangs-in-balance Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:50:11 +0200 Oil markets are navigating a period of unprecedented volatility after the UAE announced its withdrawal from OPEC and the OPEC+. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/28/uae-decides-to-leave-opec-citing-focus-on-its-national-interest http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/28/uae-decides-to-leave-opec-citing-focus-on-its-national-interest Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:16:27 +0200 The UAE’s historic decision is a major blow to the alliance of oil producers, just as the global energy crisis is escalating over Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, but the Gulf state insists its decision “enhances the UAE’s ability to respond to evolving market needs." http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/uk-ambassador-to-uae-warns-of-regional-risk-but-backs-uae-resilience-amid-fragile-iran-cea http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/uk-ambassador-to-uae-warns-of-regional-risk-but-backs-uae-resilience-amid-fragile-iran-cea Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:10:15 +0200 In an interview with Euronews, British Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Edward Hobart said the fragile US-Iran ceasefire should pave the way to a lasting peace with "a clear way forward". http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/11/ukraine-and-russia-exchange-prisoners-ahead-of-orthodox-easter-ceasefire http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/11/ukraine-and-russia-exchange-prisoners-ahead-of-orthodox-easter-ceasefire Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:48:56 +0200 The warring sides exchanged 175 prisoners of war each in a mediation facilitated by the United Arab Emirates, officials from both nations said. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/09/uae-urges-full-compliance-from-iran-following-ceasefire-announcement http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/09/uae-urges-full-compliance-from-iran-following-ceasefire-announcement Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:44:51 +0200 The UAE is seeking clarifications on the US-Iran ceasefire deal regarding attacks across the Gulf, as well as on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a “central priority”, as Tehran's blockade continues despite its commitment to reopen the strait to free navigation. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/08/iranian-attacks-continue-in-the-gulf-raising-questions-about-ceasefire http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/08/iranian-attacks-continue-in-the-gulf-raising-questions-about-ceasefire Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:14:24 +0200 Euronews journalists in Dubai and Doha are reporting new attacks across the Gulf, rattling the short-lived relief about the US-Iran ceasefire announcement. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/07/uae-tells-euronews-ceasefire-not-enough-for-iran-war-solution-says-no-trust-in-tehran-regi http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/07/uae-tells-euronews-ceasefire-not-enough-for-iran-war-solution-says-no-trust-in-tehran-regi Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:00:52 +0200 In a briefing to Euronews, the UAE president's diplomatic advisor called for a durable regional security solution beyond a ceasefire with the US as central to the Gulf’s security, as “there is no trust” in the current Iranian regime, but also sees a “more prominent Israeli influence in the Gulf.” http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/04/meloni-in-the-gulf-harmony-on-gas-and-defence-with-qatar-the-emirates-and-saudi-arabia http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/04/meloni-in-the-gulf-harmony-on-gas-and-defence-with-qatar-the-emirates-and-saudi-arabia Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:44:05 +0200 The focus of the talks of Italian prime minister with Qatar, the Emirates and Saudi Arabia was the restoration of energy supplies and security in Hormuz. Italy offered technical support for affected infrastructure and defence against Iranian raids. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/04/us-and-iran-race-to-find-missing-downed-pilot-as-lebanon-faces-intense-israeli-strikes http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/04/us-and-iran-race-to-find-missing-downed-pilot-as-lebanon-faces-intense-israeli-strikes Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:38:46 +0200 The Israeli military have relaunched evacuation orders from the southern Lebanese city of Tyre, warning of more strikes, claiming they are targeting Hezbollah. Over 1.2 million people in Lebanon have been displaced since the beginning of the war. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/which-european-countries-ships-are-most-hit-by-the-hormuz-crisis http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/which-european-countries-ships-are-most-hit-by-the-hormuz-crisis Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:05:48 +0200 In Europe, Greece has been the most affected country so far, with at least 75 ships stranded in the region. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/31/european-cruises-cancelled-due-to-ships-being-stuck-in-gulf-ports http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/31/european-cruises-cancelled-due-to-ships-being-stuck-in-gulf-ports Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:52:42 +0200 The cruise line is unable to reposition its vessels from the Gulf region, while MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys revise winter 2026-2027 schedules. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/31/euronews-journalists-report-multiple-blasts-in-dubai-in-iranian-missile-and-drone-attack http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/31/euronews-journalists-report-multiple-blasts-in-dubai-in-iranian-missile-and-drone-attack Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:56:35 +0200 At least five explosions were reported in Dubai on Tuesday morning as residents fled to shelters, Euronews journalists reported. The UAE authorities said they were "actively engaging" with the threat. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/27/uae-flood-chaos-in-sharjah-as-heavy-rain-paralyses-traffic http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/27/uae-flood-chaos-in-sharjah-as-heavy-rain-paralyses-traffic Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:24:22 +0100 Sharjah among hardest‑hit areas in latest rain spell, video shows waterlogged roads and slow‑moving vehicles http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/25/flooded-streets-in-sharjah-after-heavy-rain-hits-the-united-arab-emirates http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/25/flooded-streets-in-sharjah-after-heavy-rain-hits-the-united-arab-emirates Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:05:23 +0100 Vehicles move through flooded streets in Sharjah after heavy rain, as storms affect the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring Oman. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/24/middle-east-flights-emirates-aiming-to-be-back-at-100-capacity-in-coming-days http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/24/middle-east-flights-emirates-aiming-to-be-back-at-100-capacity-in-coming-days Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:49:07 +0100 Lufthansa Group's airlines will not fly to and from a number of Middle East and Gulf destinations until 24 October. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/17/uae-briefly-closes-airspace-after-reporting-new-wave-of-attacks-as-iran-war-rolls-into-its http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/17/uae-briefly-closes-airspace-after-reporting-new-wave-of-attacks-as-iran-war-rolls-into-its Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:37:39 +0100 Early attacks were traded as the US and Israeli war on Iran pushed through into day 18. The UAE reported that its air defences were working to intercept Iranian fire as Israel announced new strikes on Tehran and expanded operations targeting Iran’s Lebanon-based proxy, Hezbollah. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/16/iran-must-not-be-allowed-to-hold-global-economy-hostage-uae-minister-tells-euronews http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/16/iran-must-not-be-allowed-to-hold-global-economy-hostage-uae-minister-tells-euronews Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:05:08 +0100 UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh sent a clear message to EU governments in a Euronews interview, stating that stability in the region is closely tied to Europe’s own economic and security interests. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/16/iran-escalates-its-drone-and-missile-attacks-on-gulf-countries-to-pressure-global-economie http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/16/iran-escalates-its-drone-and-missile-attacks-on-gulf-countries-to-pressure-global-economie Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:04:08 +0100 Gulf nations are on high alert as Tehran expands its targets to include civilian infrastructure and major trade hubs. While Israel claims significant degradation of Iranian missile capabilities, the human cost continues to mount across multiple fronts, with over 800,000 now displaced in Lebanon. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/16/europeans-have-been-incredibly-supportive-uae-foreign-minister-tells-euronews http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/16/europeans-have-been-incredibly-supportive-uae-foreign-minister-tells-euronews Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:20:03 +0100 As the Iran war enters its third week, the United Arab Emirates is sending a clear message to European governments and citizens: stability in the region is closely tied to Europe’s own economic and security interests. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/15/iran-continues-strikes-on-gulf-states-day-after-us-threatens-oil-facilities http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/15/iran-continues-strikes-on-gulf-states-day-after-us-threatens-oil-facilities Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:12:20 +0100 Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the UAE warned people that they were working to intercept incoming projectiles, a day after Iran called for port evacuations, threatening for the first time a neighbouring country’s non-US assets. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/15/uae-can-withstand-war-shock-and-will-oppose-irans-nihilism-minister-tells-euronews http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/15/uae-can-withstand-war-shock-and-will-oppose-irans-nihilism-minister-tells-euronews Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:21:17 +0100 For policymakers in Abu Dhabi, the ongoing crisis is viewed as another test of a development model that has enabled the UAE's rapid expansion over the past five decades. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/13/french-soldier-killed-gulf-under-drone-assault-as-iran-war-escalates http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/13/french-soldier-killed-gulf-under-drone-assault-as-iran-war-escalates Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:41:59 +0100 A French soldier was killed in Erbil, and four US crewmembers died in a refuelling aeroplane crash in Iraq as Iran's drones hit Gulf states and US-Israeli strikes target Tehran. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/13/irans-un-ambassador-denies-tehran-attacked-civilian-sites-in-the-gulf-region-despite-evide http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/13/irans-un-ambassador-denies-tehran-attacked-civilian-sites-in-the-gulf-region-despite-evide Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:19:09 +0100 In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Iran’s ambassador to the UN in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, denied that his country struck civilian targets in the Gulf region despite existing evidence, and in turn accused the US and Israel of the attacks, saying Tehran only goes after military targets. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/11/iran-unleashes-intense-waves-of-strikes-across-gulf-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/11/iran-unleashes-intense-waves-of-strikes-across-gulf-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:10:05 +0100 Iran intensifies missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, hitting near Dubai and Qatar as air defences respond, defying US President Trump’s claims that the war is winding down. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/07/explainer-how-air-raid-sirens-and-alerts-shape-daily-lives-across-middle-east http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/07/explainer-how-air-raid-sirens-and-alerts-shape-daily-lives-across-middle-east Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:15:29 +0100 Residents across the Gulf region now live in the harrowing reality of thunderous explosions overhead. As the Iran war shows no sign of slowing down, the authorities are helping educate people on what to do and how to handle this new reality. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/06/uae-intercepts-over-1000-drones-since-start-of-iran-war http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/06/uae-intercepts-over-1000-drones-since-start-of-iran-war Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:59:24 +0100 Euronews correspondent Jane Witherspoon reports after another night of massive aerial attacks at the United Arab Emirates, as explosions from interceptions were heard every 20 seconds on Friday morning. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/04/uae-brigadier-shows-euronews-intercepted-iranian-missiles http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/04/uae-brigadier-shows-euronews-intercepted-iranian-missiles Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:07:28 +0100 UAE Defence Ministry spokesman Brigadier Abdul Nasser Al Humaidi tells Euronews air defences destroyed hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones in recent days, while showing debris of intercepted weapons during a government briefing in Abu Dhabi. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/04/video-shows-fire-near-us-consulate-in-dubai-after-drone-attack http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/04/video-shows-fire-near-us-consulate-in-dubai-after-drone-attack Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:28:19 +0100 Smoke and flames were seen near the US consulate in Dubai on March 3 after a drone attack in the area. Local authorities said the fire was brought under control. Police set up a security perimeter as residents reported hearing a loud explosion. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/04/uae-urges-the-us-israel-and-iran-to-return-to-the-negotiating-table http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/04/uae-urges-the-us-israel-and-iran-to-return-to-the-negotiating-table Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:38:44 +0100 In a press conference, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy condemned what she called "blatant Iranian attacks" on her country and other Gulf states. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/03/how-do-flight-tracking-websites-work http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/03/how-do-flight-tracking-websites-work Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:16:11 +0100 With airspaces closed across the Middle East due to the Israel-Iran conflict, we explain the data behind real-time tracking of the world’s aviation industry. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/02/opposite-my-hotel-a-building-was-bombed-tourists-on-being-stuck-in-the-middle-east http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/02/opposite-my-hotel-a-building-was-bombed-tourists-on-being-stuck-in-the-middle-east Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:28:26 +0100 Dubai has long been marketed as a safe, stable oasis in a troubled region, so the situation has left tourists and residents shaken. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/02/middle-east-travellers-warned-about-scammers-impersonating-airline-support-accounts http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/02/middle-east-travellers-warned-about-scammers-impersonating-airline-support-accounts Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:39:04 +0100 Passengers requesting information about scheduled flights from airlines such as Emirates and Etihad are being approached by users asking for their contact details. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/02/drones-hit-saudi-ras-tanura-refinery-as-iran-strikes-targets-across-region http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/02/drones-hit-saudi-ras-tanura-refinery-as-iran-strikes-targets-across-region Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:29:58 +0100 Iranian drones hit Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura refinery on Monday morning, while Kuwait reported intercepted attacks on day three of Iran's retaliatory strikes on countries in the region. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/01/how-europeans-can-register-with-their-embassy-after-attack-on-iran http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/01/how-europeans-can-register-with-their-embassy-after-attack-on-iran Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:55:05 +0100 Residents and visitors to the Middle East are being urged to register their presence to receive updates. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/15/us-senator-graham-urges-saudi-arabia-and-uae-to-mend-ties-as-iran-pressure-mounts http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/15/us-senator-graham-urges-saudi-arabia-and-uae-to-mend-ties-as-iran-pressure-mounts Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:58:15 +0100 Tensions in the Gulf over Yemen, Sudan, and wider regional rivalries highlight the delicate balance among US allies, with unity increasingly seen as vital amid rising uncertainty in the Middle East. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/06/azerbaijan-and-armenia-peace-agreement-praised-at-uae-human-fraternity-awards http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/06/azerbaijan-and-armenia-peace-agreement-praised-at-uae-human-fraternity-awards Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:24:08 +0100 At the 2026 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity held in Abu Dhabi, world leaders highlighted dialogue, compromise and practical peace. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/02/04/byds-stella-li-why-fast-charging-and-european-factories-are-key-to-the-ev-race http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/02/04/byds-stella-li-why-fast-charging-and-european-factories-are-key-to-the-ev-race Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:13:43 +0100 Euronews Next sat down with Stella Li, the executive vice president of Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD, at the World Government Summit 2026 to discuss the company’s rapid expansion and its European ambitions. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/31/day-two-of-inaugural-world-sports-summit-in-dubai-sees-focus-shift-to-athletes-well-being http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/31/day-two-of-inaugural-world-sports-summit-in-dubai-sees-focus-shift-to-athletes-well-being Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:31:25 +0100 Dubai Sports Council organised the event under the patronage of Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/30/from-usyk-to-infantino-top-summit-draws-hundreds-of-sports-figures-to-dubai http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/30/from-usyk-to-infantino-top-summit-draws-hundreds-of-sports-figures-to-dubai Tue, 30 Dec 2025 22:57:26 +0100 The inaugural World Sports Summit in the UAE featured Usyk, Pacquiao, Infantino, and other top stars and decision-makers discussing athlete pressures alongside the sport's economic and social future. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/28/european-parliament-condemns-war-in-sudan-without-mentioning-uae http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/11/28/european-parliament-condemns-war-in-sudan-without-mentioning-uae Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:00:37 +0100 After lobbying by an Emirati minister in Strasbourg, the EPP and far right groups took out references to the UAE’s role in the conflict in Sudan from a resolution, despite the Gulf Country's alleged links to the RSF militia. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/27/misdiagnosing-sudan-is-killing-sudan http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/27/misdiagnosing-sudan-is-killing-sudan Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:00:10 +0100 The longer the International community looks at the wrong direction, the more Sudan bleeds, Dr Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi writes in an opinion article for Euronews. http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/25/uae-president-chairs-adnoc-board-meeting-as-company-backs-130bn-investment-plan http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/25/uae-president-chairs-adnoc-board-meeting-as-company-backs-130bn-investment-plan Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:07:16 +0100 The focus is on scaling production, reserves, and investment over the next five years as ADNOC deepens its role in global oil and gas markets. http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/18/flydubai-expands-its-fleet-beyond-boeing-with-major-airbus-order http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/11/18/flydubai-expands-its-fleet-beyond-boeing-with-major-airbus-order Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:24:42 +0100 Airbus managed to secure the deal on the second day of the Dubai Air Show, after Boeing dominated order counts on Monday. http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/20/new-airstrip-built-on-island-off-yemen-to-counter-houthi-activities-in-red-sea http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/20/new-airstrip-built-on-island-off-yemen-to-counter-houthi-activities-in-red-sea Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:46:39 +0200 Satellite photos from Planet Labs PBC show the construction of a nearly 2,000-metre runway on Zuqar Island, some 90 kilometres southeast of the Houthi-held port city of Hodeida. http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/16/qatar-qualifies-for-fifa-world-cup-final-after-home-win-over-the-united-arab-emirates http://www.euronews.com/2025/10/16/qatar-qualifies-for-fifa-world-cup-final-after-home-win-over-the-united-arab-emirates Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:54:49 +0200 UAE still have a chance to also make it to the finals in the fifth round of qualifiers.