Local News from Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

The 11th Emirati Media Forum will take place on June 22 in Dubai, bringing together industry leaders, editors, writers, content creators and social media influencers.

The National Anti-Narcotics Authority, in coordination with Ras Al Khaimah Police and other security agencies, has foiled a plan to promote and distribute narcotic substances inside the UAE.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has participated in the 52nd G7 Leaders’ Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France.

The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced new Emiratisation requirements for the private healthcare sector, in coordination with the Ministry of Health and Prevention.

A UAE aid aircraft carrying 100 tonnes of food and baby milk formula is headed to Egypt’s Al Arish under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3" campaign to support Palestinians in Gaza.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with French President Emmanuel Macron during a meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit on Tuesday.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has commended the record-breaking participation of over 20 million Egyptian students in the 10th Arab Reading Challenge.