The Latest Breaking News from Emirates

The Middle East's latest fracas has not rattled some Australian expats who have built lives and raised families in the Emirates.

Amid the ongoing conflicts in the Gulf region and the escalation of the Iran vs US-Israel war, expats in the Emirates have been fleeing the region in search of safety and out of concerns for their lives.

Iran hit the UAE and several of its neighbours as it struck back after a major attack by U.S. and Israeli forces

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly urged President Trump to sanction an armed group in Sudan, a move Saudi officials claim was aimed at ending the conflict by pressuring the UAE's support.

From the Red Sea to the Sahel, the United Arab Emirates has quietly but steadily expanded its footprint across Africa. What began as commercial engagement – in ports, logistics and commodities – has evolved into something more strategic. Nowhere is that more visible than in Sudan, where the Emirates stand…

The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance has introduced a new corporate tax exemption for non-commercial sports organisations. This policy aims to boost the UAE's sports sector and strengthen its global standing. Qualifying entities must be officially recognised and strictly non-commercial. The move is expected to encourage investment and growth…

Travel company reports lower demand for US amid signs Trump immigration crackdown is deterring travellers

UAE Islamic Affairs Council has set official rates for Ramadan 2026 charitable contributions. Zakat Al Fitr is fixed at Dh25 per person, while Fidyah for missed fasts is Dh20 daily. Kaffarah for broken vows or invalidated fasts ranges from Dh200 to Dh1,200. These figures, based on market studies, ensure transparency…

Saudi Arabia alleges the United Arab Emirates smuggled a wanted separatist leader out of Yemen