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The Latest Breaking News from UAE

Iran launches missile and drone attack on UAE for second day as war escalates

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Reason

What is Project Freedom? Experts warn Trump’s plan to escort ships through Hormuz could backfire

The president announced an audacious bid to use the might of the US Navy to escort ships through the waterway

The Independent UK

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UAE announces 9-day Eid Al Adha school break starting May 25 for students across private and public schools

UAE schools are merging the Eid Al Adha holidays with the mid-term break. This creates an extended holiday for students and families. Schools are adjusting revision plans and exam schedules. Many students could get up to nine days off. This period is expected to see a travel rush.

The Times of India

US attempt to open Strait of Hormuz tests fragile Iran war ceasefire

The Iran war risks reigniting after the U.S. tried to force open the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, firing on Iranian forces and sinking six small boats targeting ships

The Independent UK

France condemns 'unacceptable' Iranian strikes on UAE and calls for diplomacy

French President Emmanuel Macron has joined other world leaders in condemning Iranian attacks on the United Arab Emirates, which have thrown the fragile US-Iran truce into jeopardy, and urging both sides to return to diplomacy to bring an end to the Middle East war.

Radio France Internationale

'We can and we will strike': Iran threatens European military bases amid Hormuz escalation

Iran attacked ships in Hormuz and struck the UAE again as hardliners threatened that European bases could become legitimate targets. Tehran also issued its own Strait of Hormuz navigation map, warning US Navy ships and oil tankers from crossing.

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The Ceasefire Is Over: US and Iran Exchanging Missile Strikes as UAE Claims It Was Hit by Iranian Drones

The fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran has collapsed, leading to renewed military exchanges in the Persian Gulf and raising fears of a broader regional conflict.

International Business Times UK

US petrol prices hit highest level in years – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

'You could say the ceasefire has ceased': Iran is back on Wall Street's radar as oil prices spike 6%

The U.S. and Iran traded shots, while the UAE was slammed by drone strikes.

Fortune

UAE Reports Iranian Drone Strike on Key Oil Port as Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's state media, however, cited an unnamed official saying Tehran had "no plans to target the UAE"

Latin Times

Euronews journalist reports Emirates flight to Dubai held at Heathrow during UAE air 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.

Euronews

Crude Oil Prices Surge as Iran Tensions Heat Up

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) on Monday closed up +4.48 (+4.39%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) closed up +0.1430 (+3.98%). Crude oil and gasoline prices recovered from overnight losses and moved sharply higher on signs of heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Crude prices shot higher Monday...

Barchart

Top 10 most polluted cities in the world 2026: Abu Dhabi in UAE, Patna in India and more

Air pollution levels in 2026 are raising fresh concerns across different parts of the world. The Air Quality Index (AQI) has become a simple but worrying signal of how safe the air really is to breathe. In some cities, the numbers are climbing into severe and unhealthy zones, which might…

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The Independent UK

The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces are guiding commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began

The Economic Times

3 Indians injured after fire breaks out in UAE's Fujairah due to drone attack

A drone strike originating from Iran has caused a fire at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone in the UAE. Three Indian nationals sustained moderate injuries in the incident. Fujairah authorities confirmed the drone attack and the subsequent fire. Civil Defence teams are working to control the blaze. The UAE's Ministry…

The Times of India

'Force v Geography' Trump's Project Freedom meets Iran's residual firepower

TOI Correspondent from Washington: The United States and Iran are on the verge of resuming their shooting match in the Gulf after Teheran attacked UAE with drones and missiles in response to US efforts to militarily escort scores of stranded ships in the Strait of Hormuz under what it called…

Axios

Iran ceasefire in peril as UAE says it's under attack

There were fires reported at a fuel facility and on board multiple ships.

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International Business Times

UAE Says It Intercepted Missiles From Iran, First Since Ceasefire Began

The United Arab Emirates said on Monday that it successfully intercepted missile attacks from Iran, the first such event since the April 8 ceasefire.

Barchart

Crude Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Flare Up

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) today is up +3.18 (+3.12%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) is up +0.1323 (+3.68%). Crude oil and gasoline prices recovered from overnight losses and moved sharply higher on signs of heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Crude prices spiked higher after Iran's...

International Business Times

OPEC+ Raises Oil Output As Gulf Supply Disruptions Persist Amid Iran War

OPEC+ agreed to a modest increase in oil production for June as the group continues adjusting output during a period of disrupted global supply tied to the ongoing conflict involving Iran and restricted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

Dubai residents take shelter as UAE intercepts Iranian missile and drone 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.

The Conversation

Gulf state cooperation has long been shaped by the threat of Iran − but shows of unity belie division

Arab Gulf countries, battered economically and physically by the war with Iran, were keen to put on a united front at a key regional meeting on April 28, 2026.

Euronews

UAE airspace fully reopens as flights set to surge back after months of Middle East disruption

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.

The Economic Times

Dubai Airports to expand flight operations as UAE reopens airspace

Dubai Airports is increasing flight operations following the UAE's restoration of full airspace access after weeks of regional disruption. Despite challenges, the airport operator successfully managed over 6 million passengers and significant cargo movements. Operations are now expanding as conditions improve, with a focus on maintaining global travel continuity.

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