Police in Abu Dhabi have given a critically ill teenager the chance to fulfil her dream.
They flew 14-year-old Halima Al Balooshi on a helicopter from Al Tawam Hospital in Al Ain to a luxury beach resort, where she enjoyed the sunshine and sound of the waves.
Halima had dreamed of being a mermaid and said she'd use the experience to give her the strength to continue on her recovery.
UAE responds to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran on Tuesday
The Ministry of Defence has announced on Tuesday that air defences are currently responding to incoming missiles and drone threats from Iran.
UAE leaders highlight unity and strength in Dubai meeting
The UAE's leaders have emphasised the country's ability to overcome challenges through societal unity and strong institutions.
UAE modifies alert sounds in National Early Warning System
UAE authorities have announced an update to the National Early Warning System, with changes to the alert sound schedule.
2 members of UAE Armed Forces martyred in helicopter crash
Two members of the UAE Armed Forces died on Monday in a helicopter crash caused by a "technical malfunction", the Ministry of Defence announced on Monday.
The Ministry of Defence has announced on Tuesday that air defences are currently responding to incoming missiles and drone threats from Iran.
The UAE's leaders have emphasised the country's ability to overcome challenges through societal unity and strong institutions.
UAE authorities have announced an update to the National Early Warning System, with changes to the alert sound schedule.
