UAE from Wednesday, July 15th, 2026

Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs has reported strong growth in entry and residency services during the first half of 2026.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has visited Qatar to offer his condolences following the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

Dubai is stepping up efforts to improve truck safety on its roads with a summer awareness campaign targeting drivers and transport companies.

UAE Minister of State, Lana Nusseibeh, has reiterated that targeting commercial vessels or using the Strait of Hormuz as a tool for extortion is unacceptable.

A citizen who suffered severe exhaustion while trekking Ras Al Khaimah's popular Wadi Shah trail, has been airlifted to safety.