United Arab Emirates Uae
Recent Highlights
All Stories for United Arab Emirates Uae

Can Trump take over Hormuz and charge ships to pass? What would this mean for India?
Fp Explainers •US President Donald Trump announced a 20 per cent cargo levy and renewed blockade of Iranian ports, but international maritime law does not allow unilateral tolls in the Strait of Hormuz. Any disruption could raise oil prices, shipping costs, and insurance premiums, directly affecting India's crude oil and LNG imports

Iran defends strike on UAE tankers that killed Indian sailor, alleges ‘illegal activities’
Fp Staff •Iran on Tuesday claimed responsibility for striking two UAE oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, saying the vessels were involved in "illegal activities", had switched off their navigation systems and ignored repeated warnings

UAE, Bahrain activate air defences as US-Iran conflict spills across Gulf
Fp Staff •The UAE and Bahrain activated air defences against missile and drone threats after the US launched fresh strikes on Iran following an attack in the Strait of Hormuz

'I looked again and realised I had won': Indian expat in Abu Dhabi wins UAE Lottery's Dh30 million jackpot
Fp Business Desk •An Indian expatriate living in Abu Dhabi has become the second winner of the UAE Lottery's Dh30 million jackpot after matching all seven numbers in the Lucky Day draw, saying he had to check his ticket twice before believing he had won

Saudi Arabia blocks some bank transfers to UAE, raising concerns over Gulf trade tensions: Report
Fp Business Desk •Saudi Arabia has reportedly been blocking or delaying some bank transfers to UAE accounts since May, raising concerns among businesses that growing political tensions between the Gulf neighbours are beginning to disrupt trade and cross-border payments

The great Gulf reversal: Why the region's biggest loss may be its people
Fp Business Desk •As conflict drives skilled Indians home, economists warn the Gulf's expatriate-led growth model faces a defining moment, with ripple effects for remittances, real estate and labour markets across India.

UAE issues missile threat alert, lifts warning shortly after as regional tensions persist
Fp Staff •Authorities tell public to 'disregard the previous warning' after incoming missile alert in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

UAE beats Hormuz disruption as oil exports rebound to 85% of pre-war levels
Fp Business Desk •UAE oil exports have recovered to nearly 85 per cent of pre-war levels, showcasing the country's ability to navigate Hormuz disruptions through pipelines, storage facilities and strategic shipping operations

At Brics security meet in Delhi, Iran accuses UAE of aiding US strikes
Fp Staff •A sharp exchange between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has resurfaced at a Brics meeting in New Delhi, with Tehran accusing Abu Dhabi of assisting the US in military operations against Iran

India in talks to sell BrahMos, Akashteer to UAE as Abu Dhabi eyes military modernisation: Report
Fp Staff •The UAE has been exploring defence acquisitions from India and other international suppliers after coming under sustained Iranian attacks during the recent regional conflict



