Local News from Sunday, September 20th, 2026
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UAE sends humanitarian aid to earthquake-hit Colombia
The UAE, working with Paraguay, has sent humanitarian supplies to communities affected by the earthquake in Colombia as part of a $10 million aid package.
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UAE calls for global action to combat extremism and hate speech
The UAE has called for a more inclusive international approach to combating extremism and hate speech, with greater involvement from community leaders, young people, civil society and technology companies.
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Four UAE aid convoys deliver 781 tonnes of supplies to Gaza
Four UAE humanitarian aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip over the past week carrying 781 tonnes of supplies as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
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Etihad Rail launches cargo service from Fujairah to Industrial City of Abu Dhabi
Etihad Rail has launched a direct cargo rail service connecting Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD) in an effort to bring trade closer to customers.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan announces new Acting Director General of Dubai Ruler's Court
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has announced the appointment of Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh as the Acting Director General of His Highness the Dubai Ruler's Court.
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RTA completes works on Oud Metha, Al Asayel Streets development project
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed all works on the Oud Metha Road and Al Asayel Street development project, which included the construction of four bridges and two tunnels.
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17 tanks seized in Dubai for illegal waste disposal in first half of 2026A total of 17 tanks were seized for the illegal disposal of harmful materials during the first half of the year, Dubai Police announced on Friday, adding that 18 suspects were detained.
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UAE announces suspension of Iranian airlines' flightsFlights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
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Sheikh Abdullah discusses enhancing humanitarian response at UNSheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has looked at strengthening international humanitarian response during talks with Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in New York.
