Construction work has started on a fourth nuclear energy reactor at Barakah, in the UAE’s Western Region. This makes it the world’s leading nuclear construction site- where four identical units are being built at the same time. Barakah now surpasses the likes of China, the US, the UK and Russia. The first of the UAE’s four nuclear reactors is scheduled to start operating in 2017, with others following at 12-month intervals.
UAE welcomes US's comprehensive peace plan for Sudan
The UAE has welcomed the comprehensive peace plan for Sudan announced by US Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs Massad Boulos.
H.H. Sheikh Mansoor praises Dubai Police's efforts at UAE SWAT Challenge
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, has praised the efforts of Dubai Police in organising and hosting the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 while attending the second day of the event.
UAE, Russian Presidents discuss ties, regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation within the framework of the two countries’ strategic partnership.
UAE begins loading humanitarian vessel bound for Gaza
Preparations and loading operations began on Sunday for the Umm Al Emarat humanitarian vessel, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to support the people of the Gaza Strip.
