Huda Ata

Special to Gulf News

Huda Ata is an independent writer based in the UAE.

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UAE reaffirms right to defend sovereigntys

UAE says nearly 3,000 missiles and drones targeted civilian infrastructure

Al Marar said the attacks constituted a “flagrant violation” of the United Nations Charter, international law and the principles of good neighbourliness

Saudi’s Tawakkalna offers Hajj services in 19 languages

The app supports Arabic, English, Indonesian, Hindi, Urdu, Turkish, French, Bengali

Pilgrims can access a range of services through the platform, including Hajj permits linked to the unified digital Hajj permit platform “Tasreeh”.

Saudi Arabia prepares 38,000 Hajj vehicles

Integrated measures introduced to improve Hajj transport readiness and efficiency

The preparations are part of wider regulatory and operational efforts to support the movement of pilgrims throughout all stages of their journey during Hajj

Saudi Arabia tests Hajj roads for 20-year use

The simulator recreates more than 20 years of heavy traffic pressure on Hajj roads.

The system is capable of completing 26,000 load cycles within 24 hours, allowing engineers to simulate heavy traffic conditions within a compressed timeframe.

Dhu Al Hijjah moon sighting set for Sunday

The crescent moon may be visible to the naked eye across much of the Islamic world

The court urged anyone capable of sighting the crescent moon to participate in the official moon-sighting committees formed across the Kingdom

Four killed by exhaust fumes inside running vehicle

The victims suffocated after inhaling toxic gases emitted from the vehicle’s exhaust

The Royal Oman Police issued a public safety warning urging residents not to sleep inside vehicles while engines are running or leave vehicles operating in enclosed spaces.

3,997 UAE crashes caused Dh17m in damages

3,997 accidents were recorded between 2021 and 2024 causing damages exceeding Dh17 million

The UAE has achieved global recognition in road quality, ranking fifth worldwide, but traffic congestion and accident risks continue to pose a challenge requiring greater coordination between authorities.

Abu Dhabi Police warn over driving with low blood sugar

Low blood sugar levels may trigger sudden symptoms including dizziness, and confusion

The Traffic and Patrols Directorate urged drivers to ensure their blood sugar levels are stable before getting behind the wheel and to stop driving immediately if any sudden symptoms appear.

Dubai opens world’s smartest green government HQ

The building can generate five megawatts of electricity through two solar panel systems

Sheikh Mohammed said the building features 110,000 smart sensors, more than 1,500 wireless access points and 3,200 network devices capable of generating more than 1.9 million automated control commands daily.

UAE brokers new 410-prisoner Russia-Ukraine exchange

Abu Dhabi mediation sees 410 captives freed in latest Russia-Ukraine swap

New swap lifts total UAE-mediated prisoner releases to more than 7,100

Gargash urges stronger US-China cooperation

Positive relationship between US and China remains global political and economic necessity

Gargash: relationship between the United States and China remains a global political and economic necessity.

Hot, dusty weekend as UAE temperatures soar to 42°C

NCM forecasts strong winds, blowing dust and hazy skies across parts of the UAE

Friday’s weather will be fair in general, with light to moderate northwesterly to southwesterly winds becoming active at times.

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