The UAE has welcomed an agreement announced by US President Donald Trump for Hamas to disarm and Israeli troops to withdraw in Gaza, calling it a significant milestone towards ending the conflict.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed hope that the agreement, which also sees the deployment of an international stabilization force, will help reinforce security and stability, support reconstruction efforts, ensure unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid and "bring an end to the suffering of civilians".
The Ministry also thanked Trump for his efforts in reaching the agreement, and commended Qatar, Egypt, and Türkiye for their role in facilitating talks between Israel and Hamas.
The UAE reaffirmed its support for all regional and international efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions, and achieving a just and lasting political settlement based on the two-state solution, bringing security, stability, and prosperity to the people of the region.
As many as 2,395 violations in unauthorised construction and illegal occupancy in residential areas have been recorded in the first half of 2026, Dubai Municipality announced, adding that strict action has been taken against 466 cases.
A total of 17 tanks were seized for the illegal disposal of harmful materials during the first half of the year, Dubai Police announced on Friday, adding that 18 suspects were detained.
Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has looked at strengthening international humanitarian response during talks with Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in New York.
As many as 2,395 violations in unauthorised construction and illegal occupancy in residential areas have been recorded in the first half of 2026, Dubai Municipality announced, adding that strict action has been taken against 466 cases.
A total of 17 tanks were seized for the illegal disposal of harmful materials during the first half of the year, Dubai Police announced on Friday, adding that 18 suspects were detained.
Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).