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Suspected Irish crime boss Daniel Kinahan charged in Ireland

Kinahan is believed to have run the Kinahan organised crime group, which is suspected of trafficking narcotics into Ireland, the UK and Spain, as well as a slew of other charges, including money laundering and murder.

Travel News

Know someone living in Dubai? Here’s how you could visit them for less

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.

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Emirates unveils ‘game-changing’ headrest across economy class

The U-dream headrest supports your neck and head so you can sleep easier.

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Dubai's new startup campus wants to be the front door for founders

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Backed by Dubai’s D33 agenda, Dubai Founders HQ connects founders with investors, corporates and government to speed ideas from launch to growth.

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Travel News

Is it now safe to travel to the Middle East? Here's the latest advice

The new advice makes it easier for British holidaymakers to travel to destinations like Dubai and Doha.

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These are the world’s best skylines – and number one is in China

Asia dominated the list, with eight spots making the top 10 across China, Malaysia and Japan.

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Dubai is training its private sector in agentic AI – here's why

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Dubai bets on agentic AI, aiming to overhaul half of public services and mobilise the private sector with training, incubators and investment funds.

United Arab Emirates

Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran

The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was announced in April.

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Dubai residents take shelter as UAE intercepts Iranian strike

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.

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Dubai’s famed Burj Al Arab hotel to close for 18 months

The property, which opened in 1999, is known for its opulent interiors featuring Statuario marble, Swarovski crystals and 24-carat gold leaf.

Economy

Is Dubai the safe harbour investors are looking for?

Business councils from across the globe, operating under the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, say the emirate offers what nervous investors want most: predictability.

United Arab Emirates

Iran war suspends Easter church gatherings in Dubai

Due to safety concerns as Iran’s attacks continue, churches in Dubai suspended Easter in-person masses to avoid large gatherings. Catholic Christians in the UAE and the Gulf have embraced Easter’s message with hope and defiance amid the constant threat.

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Dubai hit by heavy overnight rain as floods snarl traffic and flights

Heavy overnight rain flooded Dubai roads, stranding cars and disrupting commutes, as authorities warn of more storms and airport delays in the UAE.

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Heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep across parts of the Gulf States

UAE authorities remain on high alert as heavy rain, strong winds and dust storms are expected to hit the country this week.

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Drone incident sparks fire near Dubai International Airport

The incident comes as Iran continues attacks in the Gulf region, raising concerns about security and the safety of key infrastructure.

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Iran must not be allowed to hold economy hostage, UAE minister says

In an interview with Euronews, UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh appealed to the world that Iran’s "rogue state behaviour" must not be allowed to hold the global economy hostage.

Travel News

Iran conflict ‘costs Middle East tourism industry €515 million a day’

The estimate from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is based on the 2026 pre-conflict forecast for the Middle East.

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Euronews journalist shelters at Dubai airport amid Iran's drone strike

Euronews’ journalist Lilly Douse was scheduled to travel from Dubai airport when the Iranian drone attacked the vicinity of the airport.

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Iranian drone attack suspends flights at Dubai International airport

A drone attack near the main terminals of Dubai International Airport temporarily suspended operations on Saturday morning just after Iran announced that it would no longer target neighbouring countries and apologising for the past attacks.

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Over 1,000 drones intercepted over UAE so far as Euronews correspondent reports from the region

Euronews correspondent Jane Witherspoon in Dubai reports intense overnight attacks over Abu Dhabi, with air defence intercept explosions heard roughly every 20 seconds. The UAE says it has intercepted more than 1,000 drones, 196 ballistic missiles and eight cruise missiles since Saturday.