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prnewswire.compolitics38 days ago
UAE to Host First Sphere Venue Outside the U.S.
The United Arab Emirates will build the first Sphere entertainment venue outside the United States in Abu Dhabi. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, the executive leading the project, discussed the plans in an interview with CNN's Becky Anderson. The announcement was made on May 14, 2026…
al-monitor.comfinance38 days ago
Iran Accuses UAE of Direct Involvement in Military Operations
Iran's foreign minister said the United Arab Emirates participated directly in military operations against Iran. The accusation was reported by Mehr News Agency. No immediate response from UAE officials was available.
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Iran Singles Out UAE as Hostile Base in Recent War Messaging
Iranian officials and military statements have labeled the United Arab Emirates a hostile base rather than a neighbor, citing its military ties to the United States and Israel. The Iranian armed forces warned of stronger responses if attacks resume. The UAE has condemned Iranian…
Semaforai40 days ago
UAE AI Development Faces Multiple Bottlenecks, Executives Say
Executives involved in Abu Dhabi's AI initiatives reported that access to data centers, power, expertise and chips are all constraining progress at once. An executive from an Abu Dhabi AI conglomerate said the Iran conflict is deterring skilled workers from relocating to the UAE.…
al-monitor.comworld41 days ago
Zelenskiy Discusses UAE Assistance on Captives and Iran War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy held a telephone call with the United Arab Emirates president on May 11. The leaders discussed UAE assistance in returning Ukrainians from Russian captivity and matters related to the war in Iran. Ukraine has provided drone defense expertis…
finance.yahoo.comworld45 days ago
Wynn Resorts Reports Modest Adjustment to UAE Casino Resort Schedule
Wynn Resorts CEO Craig Billings said the company now expects a “modest delay” in the opening date of a new casino resort it’s building in the United Arab Emirates. Billings, who leads the Las Vegas-based gaming company, offered the update on the project's timeline without specify…
indiatoday.intoday.inworld47 days ago
Iran Launches Missiles and Drones at UAE Facilities Near Strait of Hormuz
Iranian missiles and drones targeted the United Arab Emirates on May 5, 2026, prompting air defense responses and civilian shelter warnings. The attacks follow strikes on May 4 that hit oil facilities and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. officials stated the actions do not end…
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world47 days agoUpdated
ADNOC to Invest $55 Billion in Oil Projects
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company announced plans to award up to $55 billion in upstream and downstream projects over the next two years, days after the United Arab Emirates left OPEC on May 1, 2026. The move aligns with efforts to boost crude oil production capacity to 5 millio…
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deccanchronicle.comworld47 days ago
UAE Reports Intercepting Iranian Missiles and Drones, Drawing International Condemnations
The United Arab Emirates stated it intercepted 15 missiles and four drones launched from Iran, marking the first such incident since an April ceasefire. Iran denied involvement in the attacks, which targeted facilities and a tanker. Officials from several countries condemned the…
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Euronewsworld48 days ago
Emirates Flight to Dubai Delayed at Heathrow Amid Iranian Missile Attacks on UAE
An Emirates flight from London's Heathrow Airport to Dubai was held on the runway due to Iranian missile attacks on the United Arab Emirates. The UAE defense ministry reported intercepting three of four cruise missiles launched from Iran. European Commission President Ursula von…
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UAE Intercepts Three Iranian Drones, Fourth Falls into Sea Without Hitting Targets
Iran fired four drones toward the United Arab Emirates on May 4, 2026, with three shot down and one falling into the sea, none hitting targets. A large fire erupted at an oil facility in Fujairah, Oman, following a drone attack, while repeated emergency alerts sounded in Dubai. B…
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UKMTO Reports Vessel Fire Off UAE Coast Near Mina Saqr
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported an incident involving a vessel on fire 14 nautical miles west of Mina Saqr in the United Arab Emirates. No environmental damage was noted, and the cause remains undetermined. This event is separate from another recent ship inc…
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azernews.azfinance49 days ago
OPEC+ Agrees to Increase Oil Output by 188,000 Barrels Per Day in June
OPEC+ announced an increase in oil production by 188,000 barrels per day for June in its first meeting without the United Arab Emirates. The group, now consisting of seven major producers, adjusted output amid ongoing disruptions from the Iran war. The UAE, the cartel's third-lar…
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france24.comworld49 days ago
OPEC+ Meets on Oil Production Quotas After UAE Withdrawal
Seven OPEC+ members are set to meet on Sunday for their first decision on oil-production quotas since the United Arab Emirates left the cartel. The UAE's departure, as a longtime member, has contributed to soaring oil price pressures amid the Mideast war. Talks this weekend aim t…
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france24.comworld52 days ago
UAE Considers Freezing Arab League Membership and Leaving OIC After OPEC Exit
The United Arab Emirates is considering freezing its membership in the Arab League and potentially leaving the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. This development comes two days after the UAE's departure from OPEC. The move follows an incident where a member of these organizati…
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dimsumdaily.hkworld53 days ago
UAE Withdraws From OPEC
The United Arab Emirates has left OPEC, marking a significant departure from the oil cartel. This move is seen as redrawing the power balance in the Middle East, extending beyond oil to broader competing visions. Separately, Eric Trump highlighted Middle East energy use for Bitco…
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+1azernews.azworld53 days ago
UAE Withdraws From OPEC After 60 Years
The United Arab Emirates has announced its departure from OPEC, effective May 1, ending a 59-year membership in the oil cartel. The move comes amid tensions over production quotas and could influence global oil prices and markets. Officials stated the country is reviewing other m…
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Responsible Statecraftworld52 days ago
UAE Withdraws From OPEC
The United Arab Emirates has announced its formal withdrawal from OPEC effective May 1, citing a desire to increase oil output beyond cartel constraints. The move highlights growing tensions with Saudi Arabia and aligns with U.S. interests in lower oil prices during the Iran war.…
michaelwest.com.auworld54 days ago
United Arab Emirates Announces Exit from OPEC and OPEC+
The United Arab Emirates stated it is leaving OPEC and OPEC+. This announcement comes amid the ongoing war involving Iran, which has impacted energy markets. The move affects the oil exporting groups and Saudi Arabia.
Washington Monthlypolitics56 days ago
U.S. and UAE in Talks on Currency Swap Line
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent disclosed discussions between the United States and the United Arab Emirates on a currency swap to address the UAE's liquidity issues. The crisis stems from the ongoing war with Iran, which has disrupted regional economies. Bessent noted similar r…
news.sky.comworld58 days ago
Ronnie O'Sullivan Wins Opening World Snooker Championship Match and Rejects Tax Motives for Dubai Move
Ronnie O'Sullivan defeated He Guoqiang 10-2 in his opening match at the World Snooker Championship. He rejected suggestions that his relocation to Dubai was driven by tax considerations, stating it was for personal happiness. O'Sullivan, ranked 12th globally, will face John Higgi…