Abu dhabi

Dubai built an economic empire Iran’s return cannot erase - opinion

Dubai’s rise was driven by decades of policies, infrastructure and global connections, not simply by Iran’s decline after the 1979 revolution.

 A view of Burj Khalifa, after an Iranian attack, following United States and Israel strikes on Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 1, 2026
 ISRAELI JIU-JITSU medalist Maya Bachar celebrates her successful World Championships campaign in Abu Dhabi, where the Israel delegation won medals across multiple age groups and weight categories.

Israel wraps up successful World Jiu-Jitsu Championships with multiple medals

NEWLY CROWNED world champion Guy Torres (left) and silver medalist Shalev Snir (right) pose with Israeli Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Yossi Shelley during the medal ceremonies at the Junior World Jiu-Jitsu Championships in Abu Dhabi.

Israel adds four more medals at Jiu-Jitsu Worlds

 ISRAEL'S Noga Reshef receives her gold medal at the Under-21 Jiu-Jitsu World Championships in Abu Dhabi.

Noga Reshef wins Under-21 Jiu-Jitsu world title as Israel claims two medals in Abu Dhabi


Abu Dhabi archaeologists discover 8,500 year old buildings

The discovery of structures such as these prove that Neolithic settlements existed in the area before long-distance maritime trade routes were established.

 Abu Dhabi, Capital City of UAE.

Apollo to invest $1.4 billion in Abu Dhabi developer Aldar

The commitment will be made by Apollo-managed funds and clients and include a $500 million investment in a land joint venture.

 A general view shows the headquarters of Aldar Properties at Al Raha Beach in Abu Dhabi, January 28, 2013.

Prince William visits UAE as Britain seeks to deepen ties

Six of the UAE emirates ceased being British protectorates 50 years ago when they joined a federation. The seventh joined in 1972.

 Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, delivers a speech at the Tusk Conservation Awards in London, Britain, November 22, 2021.

Gas cylinder explosion in tense Abu Dhabi raises alarm

US Embassy in UAE initially warned citizens of "possible missile or drone strike."

The spectacular Abu Dhabi skyline

US to send fighter jets to assist UAE after Houthi attacks

The UAE on Monday intercepted a missile during a visit by Israel's president, the third such attack in two weeks claimed by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement.

French-made Mirage 2000 and US-made F-16 fighter jets of the United Arab Emirates forces take part in joint military maneuvers with the French army in the desert of Abu Dhabi, May 2, 2012.

Houthi missile intercepted over Abu Dhabi as Herzog visits UAE

"While [Isaac Herzog] builds bridges, the Houthis continue to threaten civilians," the US said in a condemnation of the attack.

A GENERAL VIEW of the ADNOC headquarters and Emirates Towers in Abu Dhabi.

US THAAD air defense system's first use was in Houthi attack on UAE - analysis

The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system was used for the first time in an operation during a missile attack on the UAE last week.

A Lockheed Martin Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile interceptor is seen during the third annual "Made in America Product Showcase" on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, US, July 15, 2019.

UAE says missiles, drones used in deadly Houthi attack, some intercepted

"Several attacks - a combination of cruise missiles, ballistic missiles and drones - targeted civilian sites in the UAE. Several were intercepted," Emirati Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba said.

A drone aircraft is put on display at an exhibition at an unidentified location in Yemen in this undated handout photo released by the Houthi Media Office, July 9, 2019.

Watergen creates water from air at massive Abu Dhabi energy summit

It is the first exhibition of this size to become plastic-free, with clean drinking water produced from the air available to all attendees. 

 A man drinks water from a Watergen machine in Abu Dhabi.

Should UAE relations with Iran concern Israel?

The UAE doesn’t want to be part of an anti-Iran pact. Its real interest is stability, moderation, and economic empowerment.

 Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi meets with UAE's top national security adviser Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Tehran, Iran, December 6, 2021.