The Dubai Desk reports on major developments across the UAE, covering news, culture, business, and social trends shaping the region.
A drone strike set an electrical generator ablaze outside the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi. No injuries or radiation changes were reported
GCC countries hit 100% vaccine coverage in 2024, surpassing the global average of 84%, while contributing $842.7 million to global health funding in 2023
UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed met British MP Nigel Farage in London to strengthen bilateral ties and address Iranian attacks on UAE soil
UAE climbed to 11 medals at the GCC Games Doha 2026, with gold in taekwondo, silver in equestrian and bronze across fencing, swimming and athletics.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed called Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara to discuss economic cooperation and regional developments after the UAE-Syria Investment Forum.
A truck rear-ended a workers' bus that had broken down on Al Yalayis Street in Dubai, killing one and injuring 19, including eight critically.
