The General Command of UAE Armed Forces has announced the martyrdom of an Emirati soldier in Yemen. Captain Hadif Humaid Al Shamsi was shot whilst guarding charity workers in the southern port city of Aden, whilst a second UAE soldier was wounded in the attack. He was taking part in the Saudi-led Arab coalition's ‘Operation Restoring Hope’, which aims to restore legitimacy in Yemen. The General Command extended its sincere condolences and solace to the family and relatives of the martyr.
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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages extending his "warmest regards" to all those celebrating Christmas.
Fifth Indonesian medical team arrives at UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish
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Dubai gears up for final phase of single-use plastic ban
Dubai Municipality has announced that the final phase of the ban on single-use plastic products in the emirate will come into force on January 1, 2026.
UAE hails Yemen prisoner swap agreement as key humanitarian step
The UAE has welcomed the recent agreement signed in Muscat on the exchange of prisoners and detainees in Yemen, calling it an important humanitarian step that eases suffering and supports stability in the region.
