Local News from Tuesday, September 29th, 2026
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UAE condemns storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyards
The UAE has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque's courtyards by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and settlers under the protection of Israeli police.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews progress on Dubai Loop project
Work is progressing on the Dubai Loop passenger transport tunnel project, a major future mobility initiative designed to enhance connectivity in high-density urban areas.
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Dubai boosts driving test accuracy and transparency with smart system
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a next-generation Smart Test System for light-vehicle driving tests, using artificial intelligence, computer vision and advanced data analytics.
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UAE and Saudi Arabia reaffirm strong fraternal ties
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has met with Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia.
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H.H. Sheikh Mansour holds talks with Saudi defence minister
The UAE and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation across various sectors.
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UAE's Rashid Rover 2 marks another major milestone
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced another milestone in the Emirates Lunar Mission's journey to the far side of the Moon, with the integration of RTx, a ground-penetrating radar transmitter, onto the Rashid Rover 2.
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Sheikh Abdullah meets global counterparts in New York
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with a number of his global counterparts on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
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First look: Aboard new Etihad Rail train from Abu Dhabi to Dubai
Etihad Rail’s new passenger train has completed a showcase journey from Abu Dhabi's Mohamed Bin Zayed City station to Dubai's Al Yalayis station a day ahead of the official launch.
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GCAA completes passenger transfers after flydubai Tel Aviv suspensionThe UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the completion of the transfer of passengers to Tel Aviv following the temporary suspension of flydubai flights to the destination.
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Dubai honours outstanding educators with Golden VisasDubai is recognising outstanding educators with Golden Visas under an initiative directed by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
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UAE condemns Israeli excavation, fortification works in Syrian territoryThe UAE has condemned Israeli forces' resumption of excavation and bulldozing operations, as well as the construction of fortifications, in Syrian territory in the area referred to as the 'Sufa 53 line'.
