UAE from Sunday, July 26th, 2026

The UAE has strongly condemned attacks by Israeli settlers on villages in the occupied West Bank, calling on the Israeli government to hold those responsible accountable.

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with France as devastating wildfires continue to sweep across the country's southwest, forcing the evacuation of around 220,000 people and threatening the outskirts of Bordeaux.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held his first talks with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham since his appointment, with the two leaders reaffirming their commitment to strengthening relations between the UAE and the United Kingdom.

Dubai Municipality has opened a pet adoption centre at the Bird and Pet Market in Warsan, providing a dedicated home for stray and abandoned animals while making it easier for residents to adopt.

Dubai Police rescue teams responded to 4,870 call-outs across the emirate during the first six months of 2026, highlighting the wide range of emergencies and public assistance requests handled by specialist crews.

The UAE has expressed its condolences to Syria following the fatal bus crash on the Damascus–Deir ez-Zor highway.

The United Arab Emirates has sent five aid convoys to the Gaza Strip this week as part of 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened a major three-lane bridge on Sunday, as part of the Oud Metha and Al Asayel Streets Development Project.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations during a telephone call with Anita Anand, Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs.