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Saudi, allies launch Red Sea maritime defence alliance

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Sailors from the navy of Yemen's Aden-based internationally recognised government stand at machine-gun positions aboard a vessel patrolling a shipping lane off Hanish Island in the Red Sea.

US Marines load an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) onto a KC-130J Super Hercules during a training exercise in the Middle East.

Renewed Iran war raises US missile supply concerns

This handout photograph taken and released by the Damietta Port Authority on July 30, 2026 shows the control tower of the Mediterranean sea port of Damietta. The Egyptian government said on July 30 that a fire the day before at the port of Damietta was caused by a drone attack, the first to target the country since the outbreak of the Middle East war.

Egypt drone strike shows US interests are vulnerable

Security forces and emergency personnel work at the site of a strike north of Al Miqdadiyah district in Iraq's Dayala province.

Pakistan pushes Iran-US talks amid fresh attacks

US President Donald Trump speaks with Vice President JD Vance alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the funeral service for US Senator Lindsey Graham at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC, on July 28, 2026.

Most Americans want Iran war to end: Poll

US-Iran war: Key updates for UAE residents this evening

US-Iran war: Key updates for UAE residents this evening

International Air Transport Association (IATA) said global air passenger demand fell 1.7% in June 2026 compared to the same month last year.

Middle East airlines recovering, but fuel prices bite

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UAE banks deferred Dh13.5 billion in loan repayments

135,031 customers had benefited from loan repayment deferrals as of July 30

UAE fuel prices out today: Petrol prices to rise?

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Watch: How are the Dubai Metro Blue Line tunnels built?

A massive 2,000-tonne TBM is carving tunnels up to 35 metres below International City

Work in progress at the Dubai metro Blue Line next to Dragon Mart in Internation City-1. Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

Friday sermon calls on Muslims to embrace humility

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Worshippers are reminded that humility strengthens faith, builds character and brings people closer together.

Why people will decide construction’s agentic AI future

Why people will decide construction’s agentic AI future

UAE announces fee reductions in major relief for firms

Abu Dhabi bans junk food from prime store spots

Dubai opens new Al Mamzar–Al Khawaneej cycling bridge

Resistance bands for muscle growth: Do they work?

Person performing bicep curls with a resistance band and dumbbell

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CONCACAF members unanimously reject FIFA proposals

FIFA President Gianni Infantino

UEFA says will boycott World Cup over FIFA proposals

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