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Why are Indian investors pouring billions into Dubai real estate? Golden visas and huge returns behind property market boom

Indian investors are significantly fuelling Dubai's booming real estate market in 2026, injecting billions annually. Attracted by tax-free returns, strong rental yields and investor-friendly policies, they are now the largest foreign buyer group. This trend highlights Dubai's appeal as a secure global wealth hub, with even middle-class Indians diversifying portfolios…

The Times of India

Dubai drone attack kills driver and sets luxury skyscrapers ablaze

Night-time strike leaves one man dead and sparks fires in two high-rise towers as Iran continues launching drones and missiles across the Gulf

Evening Standard

Betting, memes and AI slop: How the smartphone era turned war in Iran into a game show

IN DEPTH: As the war between Iran and the US and Israel enters its second week, the internet is awash with misinformation and doctored content while punters are waging bets on the outcome of the conflict using crypto. Experts tell Bryony Gooch that a new, frightening way of experiencing war…

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‘At least I got my money back’: Man boards United Airlines flight to Dubai. Then pilot makes a shocking announcement

In the middle of the escalating U.S.–Israel versus Iran conflict, one traveler says his long-haul flight suddenly turned around halfway to its destination.

The Mary Sue

Emirates pledges to resume all flights despite Dubai airport attack

Exclusive: We reveal the first available flights to seven UK airports

The Independent UK

‘I lost my husband in the Ukraine war - I came to Dubai to be safe’

IN THE DEPTH: Olga Garbuz tells Anjana Sankar in Dubai how she fled Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine four years ago with her daughter, only to find war following her to the Gulf

The Independent UK

Inside the UAE's response to Iranian attacks: A senior official speaks

In a briefing to Euronews and select media, a senior UAE official outlined the country’s defensive strategy, international support and the warning that trust with Iran may take decades to rebuild.

Euronews

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US embassy in UAE issues security alert: Americans urged to consider leaving as consular services shut

The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Consulate General in Dubai issued an urgent security alert for American citizens in the UAE due to escalating regional tensions and potential security risks. Non-emergency government employees and families were ordered to leave the country as a precaution amid ongoing conflict and drone…

The Times of India

Dubai travel update: What you need to know as airlines restart operations in phases

Dubai authorities say the city remains open and functioning as normal, even as regional tensions have temporarily disrupted some travel schedules. Officials have urged visitors not to panic but to stay updated through airlines and official government channels as flights gradually resume and hotels support affected travellers.

The Times of India

Relieved family reunions at Dublin Airport as chartered flight lands

Almost 200 people were on board the flight chartered by the Irish Government from Oman.

Evening Standard

Families reunited after chartered flight arrives from Oman amid Middle East conflict

Almost 200 people arrived into Dublin airport on flight chartered from Oman

The Independent UK

UAE: Dubai confirms driver killed after debris from intercepted missile strikes car in Al Barsha amid Iran vs US-Israel war

A Pakistani driver tragically died in Dubai when debris from an aerial interception fell on his vehicle. This incident, linked to escalating regional conflict, highlights the unpredictable dangers of modern warfare even with successful air defence. The UAE's advanced systems intercepted threats but falling fragments posed a risk to civilians…

The Times of India

Explosion scare in Dubai Marina: UAE emirate confirms tower hit by falling debris from aerial interception amid Iran and US-Israel clashes

Dubai authorities confirmed that debris from a successful aerial interception, not a direct attack, caused a minor incident in Dubai Marina. The event was linked to regional tensions and ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel and resulted in falling debris that struck a tower, with no injuries…

The Times of India

Virgin Atlantic to suspend Dubai operations after 16-hour ‘flight to nowhere’

Exclusive: Airlines are cutting back on operations to the Middle East as insurance costs soar

The Independent UK

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Leeser urges Labor to offer asylum to Iranian women’s football team – as it happened

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The Times of India

Emaar founder boldly reveals why Dubai’s property market has ‘nothing to fear’ amid Iran and US-Israel war

Despite regional geopolitical tensions and an anticipated surge in new housing supply, Dubai's real estate sector remains resilient, according to Emaar Properties founder Mohamed Alabbar. He asserts that the market has strong fundamentals and long-term planning to weather shocks, with record sales and luxury segment growth fueling optimism for continued…

The Times of India

Dubai: British trainer Antonia Bettridge, 25, faces life in prison, ‘devastated’ mum speaks out

British personal trainer Antonia Bettridge, 25, from St Helens, faces possible life imprisonment in Dubai after being detained on suspicion of possessing narcotics with intent to distribute. Her family, speaking through Detained in Dubai, says they are desperate for clarity while UK officials confirm they are providing consular support.

Evening Standard

Irish Government charter from Middle East to touch down in Dublin later

The charter flight to assist Irish citizens in the Gulf region departed Oman on Saturday.

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Euronews

Euronews journalist seeks shelter at Dubai airport during Iranian drone attack

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

Euronews

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.

The Independent UK

Mass flight suspension at Dubai Airport amid drone attack

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The Independent UK

Will war in the Middle East ruin Mohammed Bin Salman’s plan to make Saudi the new Dubai?

IN DEPTH: Saudi Arabia’s crown prince hoped the kingdom would soon rival the UAE as the business hub and safe haven in the region. But experts tell Tara Cobham that a protracted conflict threatens

The Independent UK

Chaos at Dubai airport after flights suspended following drone attack

Passengers were ushered into tunnels after an alert sounded

The Independent UK

Brits stuck in Dubai compare travel chaos to Covid pandemic

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Radio France Internationale

Fearful African migrants warily work on through Gulf missile strikes

When blasts rolled across Dubai as air defences intercepted Iranian missiles overhead, Marion Kuria froze as a tremor ran through her building. Then, like countless African migrants in the Gulf, she went back to work, driven by a need for income and with few alternatives to turn to.

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