Motorists in Dubai have been warned about the dangers of stopping in the yellow box at traffic light junctions. More than 2,000 drivers have been fined for stopping in the junction during the first nine months of the year. Dubai Police are running a campaign under the theme ‘Do not stop in a yellow box junction’ that aims to curb traffic jams and reduce the chances of major accidents. Motorists who enter the yellow box when the exit is not empty face a fine of AED 500.
UAE authorities confirm weather conditions now stable in region
UAE authorities have confirmed that the period of unstable weather in the region has now finished with conditions expected to return to normal.
Ras Al Khaimah records highest rainfall of 244mm on Friday
Rainfall in various regions of the UAE on Friday reached significant levels due to the unstable weather conditions, with Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Al Ain recording the highest accumulations, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
UAE respond to several missile and drone threats on Saturday
The United Arab Emirates air defences responded to several missile and drone threats on Saturday morning according to the Ministry of Defence and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA).
UAE, Ukraine discuss regional developments and security
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss the security situation in the region, its repercussions on global security and peace, as well as its serious effects on the global economy.
