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UAE's first passenger train arrives in Abu Dhabi, marking rail milestone
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UAE's first passenger train arrives in Abu Dhabi, marking rail milestone

Etihad Rail launched its first passenger train service from Fujairah to Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, completing the journey in one hour and 45 minutes

Rubio vows 'commitment' to UAE security in meeting with Emirati president
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Rubio vows 'commitment' to UAE security in meeting with Emirati president

Rubio pledged US commitment to UAE security in talks with President Mohamed bin Zayed, as Gulf allies watch the US-Iran deal closely

Abu Dhabi administers pioneering breast cancer drug Camizestrant in world first
UAE

Abu Dhabi administers pioneering breast cancer drug Camizestrant in world first

Burjeel Cancer Institute gives Camizestrant to a patient with ESR1-mutated advanced breast cancer, marking a global treatment milestone

UAE hosts dialogue on AI's role in anticipatory humanitarian action
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UAE hosts dialogue on AI's role in anticipatory humanitarian action

Abu Dhabi convenes global experts Tuesday to examine how AI and predictive technologies can close the gap between crisis forecasting and early humanitarian response

UAE foreign minister and US envoy meet in Abu Dhabi to discuss regional security
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UAE foreign minister and US envoy meet in Abu Dhabi to discuss regional security

UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed met US Ambassador Mike Waltz in Abu Dhabi to discuss regional security, Iranian attacks and bilateral cooperation

Abu Dhabi launches ticketless parking system in public multi-story facilities
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Abu Dhabi launches ticketless parking system in public multi-story facilities

Abu Dhabi's new AI-powered Free Flow Paid Parking system auto-deducts fees via Darb wallet, no tickets or machines needed

Abu Dhabi imposes temporary rent freeze on residential, commercial properties
UAE

Abu Dhabi imposes temporary rent freeze on residential, commercial properties

Under the directive, all tenancy contract renewals will be processed with a 0% rent increase for the duration of the policy.

Drone strike sparks fire near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, no radiation impact reported
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Drone strike sparks fire near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, no radiation impact reported

A drone strike set an electrical generator ablaze outside the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi. No injuries or radiation changes were reported

Abu Dhabi infrastructure summit unites developers behind $57 billion pipeline
UAE

Abu Dhabi infrastructure summit unites developers behind $57 billion pipeline

Abu Dhabi's ADIS 2026 opens May 12 as developers including Aldar, Modon and Bloom unite behind a $57 billion infrastructure pipeline at ADNEC

UAE president, Qatar PM discuss bilateral ties and regional security in Abu Dhabi
UAE

UAE president, Qatar PM discuss bilateral ties and regional security in Abu Dhabi

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed met Qatar's PM in Abu Dhabi to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss regional security, as Qatar condemned recent attacks on UAE

UAE to launch Al Selmiyyah defense industrial free zone in Abu Dhabi
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UAE to launch Al Selmiyyah defense industrial free zone in Abu Dhabi

The UAE is establishing the Al Selmiyyah defense Industrial Free Zone in Abu Dhabi, a Tawazun-AD Ports partnership to boost local defense manufacturing and attract global OEMs

Abu Dhabi non-oil trade jumps 36% to AED415 billion in 2025
UAE

Abu Dhabi non-oil trade jumps 36% to AED415 billion in 2025

Abu Dhabi's non-oil foreign trade reached AED415.4 billion in 2025, up 36% year-on-year, driven by a 63% surge in exports

Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties
UAE

Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties

Milan meetings focused on capital flows, cross-border expansion and Abu Dhabi growth priorities

UAE, Syria presidents discuss ties, regional security in Abu Dhabi talks
UAE

UAE, Syria presidents discuss ties, regional security in Abu Dhabi talks

Both sides review Middle East developments and their impact on regional stability, global security, maritime routes, and the global economy

Abu Dhabi police issue warning over unauthorized celebratory parades
UAE

Abu Dhabi police issue warning over unauthorized celebratory parades

Police said compliance with regulations is essential to protect public safety, lives and property, and ensure orderly events

Indian foreign minister visits Abu Dhabi to strengthen India-UAE ties
India

Indian foreign minister visits Abu Dhabi to strengthen India-UAE ties

Jaishankar will stay in the UAE until April 12, meeting Emirati leaders to review cooperation and advance the strategic partnership

UAE to host 2029 World Bank-IMF meetings in Abu Dhabi
UAE

UAE to host 2029 World Bank-IMF meetings in Abu Dhabi

Decision reflects global confidence as UAE secures top votes to host key economic gathering

Abu Dhabi police arrest more than 350 over footage, disinformation
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Abu Dhabi police arrest more than 350 over footage, disinformation

This was the latest batch of arrests announced by the emirate as Gulf countries crack down on footage and posts related to Iran's attacks

Abu Dhabi real estate transactions jump 160.7 percent in first quarter
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Abu Dhabi real estate transactions jump 160.7 percent in first quarter

Sales, mortgages and foreign investment drive record Q1 property activity in Abu Dhabi

Fire breaks out at Abu Dhabi petrochemical plant after intercepted attack, authorities say
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Fire breaks out at Abu Dhabi petrochemical plant after intercepted attack, authorities say

UAE halts operations at a Borouge plant after falling debris sparked fires during intercepted aerial attacks