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Attack on UAE's Barakah more dangerous than Zaporizhzhia, Grossi says

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".

United Arab Emirates

Hormuz turmoil 'serious' risk for Europe, top UAE adviser warns

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.

Uzbekistan

UAE-backed programme broadens assessment of public institutions

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.

Iran

Iran asserts jurisdiction over UAE and Oman waters in new Hormuz map

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.

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United Arab Emirates

UAE says mystery drones targeting nuclear plant came from Iraq

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.

United Arab Emirates

UAE still investigating mystery nuclear plant drone attack

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.

Iran

Iran has responded to latest US peace proposal, Tehran official says

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.

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Watch: Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners each in major exchange deal

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.

Iran

Ship taken near UAE coast headed for Iranian waters, UK agency says

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.

United Arab Emirates

UAE denies Netanyahu office's claim of secret wartime visit

The UAE denied Netanyahu's office's claim of a secret wartime visit, as Tehran threatened those "colluding with Israel".

United Arab Emirates

Euronews reporter says Dubai flight held in London during UAE strikes

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.

United Arab Emirates

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.

Business

New Gulf-Asia trade corridor in UAE-South Korea agreement

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.

Travel News

UAE airspace fully reopens as flights set to return to normal

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.

Business

The UAE's OPEC exit puts Gulf oil unity to the test

The UAE's exit from OPEC signals a strategic shift, raising questions about Gulf coordination and the organisation's future.

Markets

Oil prices rise despite UAE exit from OPEC amid Iran ceasefire impasse

Oil markets are navigating a period of unprecedented volatility after the UAE announced its withdrawal from OPEC and the OPEC+.