A man who was turned away from a number of hospitals due to the complexity of his cancer has had his life saved by doctors at Dubai Hospital.
The Nigerian, who is in his 60's, had a tumour in his larynx that was blocking his airway.
Although his case was declined by other hospitals, Dubai Health Authority experts decided to undertake the major four-hour operation.
It was a complete success and the patient will now receive radiation treatment and check-ups to ensure that cancer doesn't return.
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The foreign ministers of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Indonesia and Pakistan have jointly condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over the treatment of detainees linked to a Gaza-bound flotilla.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has taken part in a joint call with leaders of the US, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey and Pakistan to discuss regional developments and efforts to advance diplomatic solutions.
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