https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:24:33 +0200 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:24:33 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/dubai-declares-10-days-of-mourning-for-rulers-brother-sheikh-ahmed-bin-rashid-al-maktoum https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/dubai-declares-10-days-of-mourning-for-rulers-brother-sheikh-ahmed-bin-rashid-al-maktoum Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:24:31 +0200 Dubai has declared ten days of official mourning after the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the emirate's ruler's youngest brother. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/trump-determined-to-end-iran-war-soon-us-presidents-senior-adviser-tells-euronews https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/trump-determined-to-end-iran-war-soon-us-presidents-senior-adviser-tells-euronews Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:31:58 +0200 Massad Boulos, senior adviser to the US president on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, said Donald Trump was working to end the months-long war, pointing out he was a "person who delivers". https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/uae-presidential-adviser-gargash-says-trust-with-iran-will-take-years-to-rebuild https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/uae-presidential-adviser-gargash-says-trust-with-iran-will-take-years-to-rebuild Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:37:21 +0200 The diplomatic adviser to the UAE president told a session in Dubai that relations with Tehran must continue, but that confidence broken by the attacks on the Gulf will take years to restore. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/day-two-in-dubai-the-region-makes-its-case-for-telling-its-own-story https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/day-two-in-dubai-the-region-makes-its-case-for-telling-its-own-story Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:07:35 +0200 UAE Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri told the Euronews Forum that "resilience is the insurance of economies," while Azerbaijan's Hajiyev said his country was "winning in the peace" and Georgia's foreign minister flagged sustained disinformation campaigns. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/every-iranian-strike-came-with-a-cyberattack-uae-cyber-chief-says https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/every-iranian-strike-came-with-a-cyberattack-uae-cyber-chief-says Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:42:36 +0200 Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti told Euronews the UAE was hit online and from the air at the same time, and says international law still has no answer for it. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/azerbaijan-insists-it-will-preserve-christian-heritage-as-part-of-its-history https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/azerbaijan-insists-it-will-preserve-christian-heritage-as-part-of-its-history Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:18:43 +0200 In a Euronews Forum panel in Dubai, Azerbaijan presidential aide Hikmet Hajiyev said peace with Armenia is “an uphill struggle,” but Azerbaijan is committed to preserving the Christian heritage on its territory as it is part of its history. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/escalation-is-on-the-way-but-region-must-keep-calm-syrias-al-shaara-tells-euronews https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/escalation-is-on-the-way-but-region-must-keep-calm-syrias-al-shaara-tells-euronews Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:03:08 +0200 Answering Euronews' question at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, Syria's president said he hoped the situation "remains stable" but admitted "nobody can predict" what happens next, while urging Arab countries to work together. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/13/uae-and-iran-leaders-meet-at-the-brics-summit-for-the-first-time-since-the-war https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/13/uae-and-iran-leaders-meet-at-the-brics-summit-for-the-first-time-since-the-war Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:29:40 +0200 The talks follow the UAE’s suspension of trade and financial dealings with Iran in August and follow UAE's firm position that trust with Iran "is a mountain to climb" after Iran's attacks on the Gulf countries. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/11/algeria-closes-its-airspace-to-uae-aircrafts-after-cutting-diplomatic-ties https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/11/algeria-closes-its-airspace-to-uae-aircrafts-after-cutting-diplomatic-ties Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:16:31 +0200 Algeria cut diplomatic ties with the UAE and banned Emirati civilian and military aircraft from its airspace, citing 'provocative and hostile acts'. Commercial flights to Algiers are exempt until the end of 2026. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/08/pressure-mounts-on-israeli-pm-netanyahu-after-report-uae-warned-of-hamas-7-october-attack https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/08/pressure-mounts-on-israeli-pm-netanyahu-after-report-uae-warned-of-hamas-7-october-attack Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:24:20 +0200 Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a political storm and accusations in the middle of Israel’s election campaign that he ignored a direct warning from the UAE about the imminence of Hamas’ 7 October attack in 2023. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/08/qatar-and-uae-say-gulf-cannot-rely-on-us-alone-for-regions-security https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/08/qatar-and-uae-say-gulf-cannot-rely-on-us-alone-for-regions-security Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:11:48 +0200 Qatar and the UAE have called for stronger Gulf defences as US security protection is no longer enough, with officials stating that trust with Iran "is a mountain to climb" and that their economies "cannot be held hostage" by Tehran. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/08/six-months-into-hormuz-blockade-qatar-and-uae-test-ways-to-keep-lng-moving https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/08/six-months-into-hormuz-blockade-qatar-and-uae-test-ways-to-keep-lng-moving Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:10:12 +0200 LNG exporters are looking for ways around the disruption in Hormuz, with three Gulf cargoes recently moved using ship-to-ship transfers (STS) as Qatar and UAE exports remain far below pre-war levels. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/uae-halts-all-trade-and-financial-dealings-with-iran https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/uae-halts-all-trade-and-financial-dealings-with-iran Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:51:12 +0200 Abu Dhabi announced the suspension after Iran fired two ballistic missiles toward the country on Tuesday. The move severs ties with what had been a major trading partner for sanctioned Iran, as crude flow through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen to less than a quarter of pre-war levels. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/18/uae-issues-alert-warning-of-potential-missile-threats https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/18/uae-issues-alert-warning-of-potential-missile-threats Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:28:23 +0200 Tuesday's alert was the first in months after a false alarm in June and a July alert for an attack that ultimately did not enter UAE territory. Before that, the last missile warning came in early May. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/wynn-al-marjan-island-uaes-first-casino-resort-set-to-open-in-september-2027 https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/wynn-al-marjan-island-uaes-first-casino-resort-set-to-open-in-september-2027 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:53 +0200 Construction is ‘progressing rapidly’ at the Wynn Al Marjan Island gaming resort located in the northern emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/22/dubai-for-less-emirate-to-offer-700-worth-of-discounts-in-new-invite-a-friend-scheme https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/22/dubai-for-less-emirate-to-offer-700-worth-of-discounts-in-new-invite-a-friend-scheme Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:24:39 +0200 Residents who nominate friends and family members to come to Dubai before 31 October can get offers such as 45% off hotel stays and free tickets to theme parks. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/emirates-unveils-game-changing-headrest-across-economy-class https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/emirates-unveils-game-changing-headrest-across-economy-class Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:22:51 +0200 The U-dream headrest supports your neck and head so you can sleep easier. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/explosions-heard-over-downtown-dubai-euronews-journalists-report https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/explosions-heard-over-downtown-dubai-euronews-journalists-report Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:46:50 +0200 Authorities have denied reports on Thursday evening of booms heard above downtown Dubai, amid renewed Iranian attacks on the broader region. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/29/kazakhstan-and-uae-launch-construction-of-12bn-wind-farm https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/29/kazakhstan-and-uae-launch-construction-of-12bn-wind-farm Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:29:11 +0200 Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates have broken ground on a €1.2 billion wind farm in the Zhambyl region, marking one of Central Asia's largest renewable energy projects as the Kazakhstan accelerates its transition towards cleaner energy. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/24/uae-trains-connecting-abu-dhabi-and-dubai-set-to-launch-this-september https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/24/uae-trains-connecting-abu-dhabi-and-dubai-set-to-launch-this-september Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:38:37 +0200 Etihad Rail will start its route between the UAE capital and Fujairah in late June, with further stations opening in the coming months. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/21/these-gulf-carriers-are-offering-insurance-to-entice-customers-back-to-the-middle-east https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/21/these-gulf-carriers-are-offering-insurance-to-entice-customers-back-to-the-middle-east Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:45:48 +0200 Both Emirates and Etihad Airways have announced new insurance schemes which will protect travellers whose countries still list the region as a no-go zone. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/is-it-now-safe-to-travel-to-the-middle-east-what-to-know-as-uk-downgrades-advisories https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/is-it-now-safe-to-travel-to-the-middle-east-what-to-know-as-uk-downgrades-advisories Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:35:27 +0200 The new advice makes it easier for British holidaymakers to travel to destinations like Dubai and Doha. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/03/drone-attack-on-uaes-barakah-more-dangerous-than-zaporizhzhia-iaea-chief-tells-euronews https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/03/drone-attack-on-uaes-barakah-more-dangerous-than-zaporizhzhia-iaea-chief-tells-euronews Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:19:52 +0200 Rafael Grossi told Euronews the drone strike on the operating UAE nuclear plant posed greater risks than Zaporizhzhia because its reactors were live at the time of the attack, warning that tonnes of nuclear material could have triggered a radiological accident with "very, very serious consequences". https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/strait-of-hormuz-turmoil-serious-risk-for-europe-top-uae-adviser-warns https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/strait-of-hormuz-turmoil-serious-risk-for-europe-top-uae-adviser-warns Mon, 25 May 2026 13:52:10 +0200 UAE presidential adviser Dr Anwar Gargash said at a conference in Prague that the Strait of Hormuz is a European energy problem, not a distant regional one, as the region continues to face the worst instability in decades. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/uae-backed-programme-broadens-assessment-of-public-institutions https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/uae-backed-programme-broadens-assessment-of-public-institutions Fri, 22 May 2026 21:45:36 +0200 Joint Uzbek and Emirati evaluation teams reviewed ministries and agencies using criteria including transparency, digitalisation and service delivery. Officials say future assessments will place greater emphasis on measurable results. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/iran-asserts-jurisdiction-over-uae-and-oman-waters-in-new-strait-of-hormuz-map https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/iran-asserts-jurisdiction-over-uae-and-oman-waters-in-new-strait-of-hormuz-map Fri, 22 May 2026 13:04:11 +0200 Five Gulf states have formally warned shipping companies through the IMO not to comply, as analysts say Iran is deliberately expanding its claimed zone beyond even its own initial boundaries in a step-by-step assertion of territorial control. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/19/uae-says-mystery-drones-targeting-nuclear-plant-came-from-iraq https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/19/uae-says-mystery-drones-targeting-nuclear-plant-came-from-iraq Tue, 19 May 2026 20:09:33 +0200 The UAE said drones that targeted its Barakah nuclear plant last week were launched from Iraq, indicating Tehran-backed militias have continued targeting Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/uae-still-investigating-mystery-nuclear-plant-drone-attack https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/uae-still-investigating-mystery-nuclear-plant-drone-attack Mon, 18 May 2026 18:15:20 +0200 The enigma surrounding Sunday’s unprecedented drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant deepened on Monday as the UAE said the drone came from its western border, but it did not accuse Iran. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/trump-says-there-wont-be-anything-left-of-iran-if-it-does-not-quickly-agree-to-a-deal-with https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/trump-says-there-wont-be-anything-left-of-iran-if-it-does-not-quickly-agree-to-a-deal-with Mon, 18 May 2026 05:20:44 +0200 On Sunday, Iran's Fars news agency said Washington had presented a five-point list, which included a demand for Iran to keep only one nuclear site in operation and transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to the US. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/15/watch-ukraine-and-russia-swap-205-prisoners-each-in-major-exchange-deal https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/15/watch-ukraine-and-russia-swap-205-prisoners-each-in-major-exchange-deal Fri, 15 May 2026 14:25:50 +0200 Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners each in the first stage of a planned 1,000-for-1,000 exchange, mediated by the United Arab Emirates. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/ship-seized-near-uae-coast-headed-for-iranian-waters-uk-maritime-agency-says https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/ship-seized-near-uae-coast-headed-for-iranian-waters-uk-maritime-agency-says Thu, 14 May 2026 12:33:17 +0200 A ship has been taken near the UAE coast and is headed for Iranian waters, the UK's UKMTO said, in the latest vessel seizure around the Strait of Hormuz. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/uae-denies-netanyahu-offices-claim-of-secret-wartime-visit-as-iran-dubs-it-unforgivable https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/uae-denies-netanyahu-offices-claim-of-secret-wartime-visit-as-iran-dubs-it-unforgivable Thu, 14 May 2026 11:16:42 +0200 The UAE denied Netanyahu's office's claim of a secret wartime visit, as Tehran threatened those "colluding with Israel". https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/euronews-journalist-reports-emirates-flight-to-dubai-held-at-heathrow-during-uae-air-strik https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/dubai-residents-take-shelter-as-uae-intercepts-suspected-missile-attack https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/uae-qatar-seek-new-gulf-asia-trade-corridor-in-landmark-agreement-with-south-korea https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/uae-qatar-seek-new-gulf-asia-trade-corridor-in-landmark-agreement-with-south-korea Mon, 04 May 2026 06:15:14 +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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/04/uae-airspace-fully-reopens-as-flights-set-to-surge-back-after-months-of-middle-east-disrup https://www.euronews.com/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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/01/uaes-opec-exit-signals-strategic-shift-as-gulf-unity-faces-new-test-over-oil-policy https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/01/uaes-opec-exit-signals-strategic-shift-as-gulf-unity-faces-new-test-over-oil-policy Fri, 01 May 2026 13:48:41 +0200 The UAE's exit from OPEC signals a strategic shift, raising questions about Gulf coordination and the organisation's future. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/29/oil-prices-rise-despite-uae-exit-from-opec-as-iran-war-ceasefire-hangs-in-balance https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/29/oil-prices-rise-despite-uae-exit-from-opec-as-iran-war-ceasefire-hangs-in-balance Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:50:11 +0200 Oil markets are navigating a period of unprecedented volatility after the UAE announced its withdrawal from OPEC and the OPEC+. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/28/uae-decides-to-leave-opec-citing-focus-on-its-national-interest https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/28/uae-decides-to-leave-opec-citing-focus-on-its-national-interest Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:16:27 +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." https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/21/uk-ambassador-to-uae-warns-of-regional-risk-but-backs-uae-resilience-amid-fragile-iran-cea https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/21/uk-ambassador-to-uae-warns-of-regional-risk-but-backs-uae-resilience-amid-fragile-iran-cea Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:10:15 +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". https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/11/ukraine-and-russia-exchange-prisoners-ahead-of-orthodox-easter-ceasefire https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/11/ukraine-and-russia-exchange-prisoners-ahead-of-orthodox-easter-ceasefire Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:48:56 +0200 The warring sides exchanged 175 prisoners of war each in a mediation facilitated by the United Arab Emirates, officials from both nations said. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/09/uae-urges-full-compliance-from-iran-following-ceasefire-announcement https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/09/uae-urges-full-compliance-from-iran-following-ceasefire-announcement Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:44:51 +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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/08/iranian-attacks-continue-in-the-gulf-raising-questions-about-ceasefire https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/08/iranian-attacks-continue-in-the-gulf-raising-questions-about-ceasefire Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:14:24 +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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/07/uae-tells-euronews-ceasefire-not-enough-for-iran-war-solution-says-no-trust-in-tehran-regi https://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 09:00:52 +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.” https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/04/meloni-in-the-gulf-harmony-on-gas-and-defence-with-qatar-the-emirates-and-saudi-arabia https://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 19:44:05 +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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/04/us-and-iran-race-to-find-missing-downed-pilot-as-lebanon-faces-intense-israeli-strikes https://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 16:38:46 +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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/03/which-european-countries-ships-are-most-hit-by-the-hormuz-crisis https://www.euronews.com/2026/04/03/which-european-countries-ships-are-most-hit-by-the-hormuz-crisis Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:05:48 +0200 In Europe, Greece has been the most affected country so far, with at least 75 ships stranded in the region. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/31/european-cruises-cancelled-due-to-ships-being-stuck-in-gulf-ports https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/31/european-cruises-cancelled-due-to-ships-being-stuck-in-gulf-ports Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:52:42 +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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/31/euronews-journalists-report-multiple-blasts-in-dubai-in-iranian-missile-and-drone-attack https://www.euronews.com/2026/03/31/euronews-journalists-report-multiple-blasts-in-dubai-in-iranian-missile-and-drone-attack Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:56:35 +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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/27/uae-flood-chaos-in-sharjah-as-heavy-rain-paralyses-traffic https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/27/uae-flood-chaos-in-sharjah-as-heavy-rain-paralyses-traffic Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:24:22 +0100 Sharjah among hardest‑hit areas in latest rain spell, video shows waterlogged roads and slow‑moving vehicles