Radio Shoma

The UAE is exempting fines for travellers unable to depart due to recent flight suspensions and airspace closures.

The UAE Ministry of Interior is warning the public about fraudulent emails asking recipients to complete a so-called emergency registration form to claim support, compensation or insurance.

Dubai Police are warning the public against using, possessing or trading fireworks and firecrackers due to the serious risks to life, property and community safety.

An emergency GCC-EU ministerial meeting is set for Thursday, March 5, bringing together foreign ministers from GCC states and the European Union.

The Royal Navy of Oman has rescued all 24 crew members of a cargo ship after the Malta-flagged vessel was reportedly struck by two missiles near the Strait of Hormuz.

A United Nations panel of experts said on Wednesday it was "deeply disturbed" by the deaths of children, after the bombing of the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' school in southern Iran, which it said killed more than 160 children, citing reports.