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This US Navy handout photograph released on April 17, 2026, by US Central Command Public Affairs shows USS Abraham Lincoln (L) conducting blockade operations in the Arabian Sea on April 16, 2026.

Hegseth testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in the Rayburn House Office Building on April 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Iran war: Key takeaways as Hegseth faces fresh grilling

Amid the diplomatic deadlock between the US and iran, a new military plan to be presented to US President Donald Trump by the Central Command (CentCom) reportedly calls for a “short and powerful” wave of military strikes on the Iranian regime, including oil export facilities, military bases, command nodes, and regional militia‑support networks.

US weighs strikes vs Iran regime amid deadlock: Report

File photo of US President Donald Trump

Trump sees lower oil prices after UAE OPEC exit

US Marines board the commercial ship M/V Blue Star III in the Arabian Sea, near the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil at $150 may be weeks away if Hormuz stays shut

The nearly invisible drone weapon now changing the Israel-Hezbollah war.

Hezbollah deploys fiber-optic drones against Israel

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Borrowers get repayment relief after CBUAE rate pause

US Fed’s hawkish pause signals stable borrowing costs but delays hopes of rate cuts

UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for May 2026

New rates take effect from Friday, reflecting global market trends

UAE announces Eid Al Adha holiday, mid-term break

Five-day Eid break for students, teachers and admin staff

File photo of visitors enjoying a fireworks display at the Dubai Frame on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

Duty-free opens to non-travellers at Abu Dhabi airport

Residents can get access to duty-free outlets through pre-booked entry pass in this in limited-time initiative.

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AHD introduces scar-free approach to breast surgery

The key benefits for patients undergoing breast surgery with the da Vinci System include a virtually scar-free breast, less trauma to surrounding tissue, reduced pain, a faster recovery and optimal sensory retention

Pakistan passport services remained suspended in UAE

UAE airlines resume Doha flights as airport ramps up

Dubai gold drops Dh41 from April peak

Weather forecast: Will UAE see 50°C heat in May?

Weather forecast: Will UAE see 50°C heat in May?

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UFC champion Chimaev's Sharmax Motors' brand ambassador

Russian-Emirati professional mixed martial artist and freestyle wrestler, Khamzat Chimaev

Dubai pays tribute to 'Textile King' Vasu Shroff

Common cooling mistakes UAE residents make in summer

UAE Lottery: One lucky player takes home Dh5m

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LEPAS debuts all-electric line-up at Auto China 2026

LEPAS debuts all-electric line-up at Auto China 2026

Rupee fall gives UAE expats nearly Rs26 for Dh1

Kohinoor back in spotlight after NYC mayor's remark

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ASUS PX13: a workstation for creators on the move

ASUS PX13: a workstation for creators on the move

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Ronaldo celebrates in Toney’s face after goal

Ronaldo gave the perfect response to Toney's cheating claims

Even top bowlers not safe in modern T20: Muralidaran

Mumbai Indians mentor Sachin Tendulkar, right, speaks with Sunrisers Hyderabad bowling coach Muthiah Muralidaran before the start of the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Mumbai, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.