UAE Intercepts 11 Ballistic Missiles and 27 Drones as Dr. Gargash Delivers Stern Warning to Iran on Day 31 of Gulf War
Mar 31, 2026
UAE Air Defences Intercept 16 Ballistic Missiles and 42 Drones in Heaviest Iranian Bombardment in Weeks on Day 30 of the Gulf War
Mar 29, 2026
UAE Rejects Simple Ceasefire With Iran and Demands Conclusive Outcome Addressing Nuclear Capabilities, Missiles, and Terror Proxies
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On Day 31 of the Gulf War, President Trump declares regime change in Iran after the killing of Khamenei and top leaders, while an Iranian drone attack on the Kuwait VLCC tanker Al Salmi at Dubai Port anchorage marks a dangerous escalation bringing the conflict directly to UAE waters.
UAE Intercepts 11 Ballistic Missiles and 27 Drones as Dr. Gargash Delivers Stern Warning to Iran on Day 31 of Gulf War
The UAE's advanced air defence systems successfully neutralised 11 ballistic missiles and 27 drones launched by Iran on March 30, 2026, marking another day of sustained aggression on Day 31 of the Gulf War. Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, issued a pointed warning to Tehran, urging Iran to recognise that its war is not with its neighbours.
Emirates Airline Roars Back to 125 Destinations in Remarkable Recovery From Gulf War Disruption
Emirates has staged one of the most dramatic recoveries in aviation history, expanding from just 24 flights to 384 daily services and restoring its full network of 125 destinations within a single month. The rapid rebound underscores Dubai's resilience as a global aviation hub despite the ongoing US-Iran conflict.
4 Major Changes Coming to Dubai in April 2026: Residency Rules, School Reopenings, Flight Resumptions, and Banking Security Overhaul
April 2026 brings sweeping changes to Dubai, from the reinstatement of standard residency permit rules and the return of students to physical classrooms, to the resumption of key European airline routes and a complete overhaul of banking authentication. Here is everything residents and visitors need to know.
UAE Air Defences Intercept 16 Ballistic Missiles and 42 Drones in Heaviest Iranian Bombardment in Weeks on Day 30 of the Gulf War
The UAE military confirmed the interception of 16 ballistic missiles and 42 unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Iran on March 29, marking the heaviest single-day bombardment since the conflict began on February 28. Defence officials reported significant damage to Emirates Global Aluminium facility in Abu Dhabi.
UAE Rejects Simple Ceasefire With Iran and Demands Conclusive Outcome Addressing Nuclear Capabilities, Missiles, and Terror Proxies
The UAE has firmly rejected a simple ceasefire with Iran, calling instead for a conclusive outcome that addresses the full spectrum of threats including nuclear capabilities, ballistic missiles, drone arsenals, and Tehran's network of terror proxies across the region.
Magnitude Stuns the Field at Meydan: The 30th Dubai World Cup Becomes a Defiant Symbol of UAE Resilience
American thoroughbred Magnitude delivered a shock victory at the 30th Dubai World Cup on March 28, 2026, as Meydan Racecourse hosted the first major outdoor event since regional conflict erupted -- a powerful statement of UAE resilience and normalcy.
Primark Opens First UAE Store at Dubai Mall to Massive 500-Metre Queues as Global Retailers Bet Big on Dubai Despite War
Primark officially launched its first UAE store at Dubai Mall on March 26, 2026, drawing queues stretching up to 500 metres as global retail giants continue to invest heavily in Dubai's thriving consumer economy despite ongoing regional conflict.
Day 27 of the Gulf War: Israel Eliminates IRGC Navy Commander as Iran Fires Missiles Into Central Israel, Injuring Over 150
On the 27th day of the Gulf War, Israel announced the killing of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy chief and intensified strikes on Isfahan, while Iran retaliated with two rounds of missiles striking central Israel, injuring nearly 150 people. Iran has rejected a US 15-point peace plan and issued five conditions for a ceasefire.
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