The UAE is mourning the loss of another royal as His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah lost his mother on Saturday.
Members of the Royal family as well as council members and other ministers attended funeral prayers that were held at the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Fujairah on Sunday evening.
UAE probe reveals flydubai co-pilot attempted terrorist act
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said investigations into the incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed that the co-pilot attempted to carry out a terrorist act.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan praises flydubai pilot for 'courage and responsibility'
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has praised flydubai pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar after his actions helped avert more serious consequences aboard flight FZ1073.
Dubai's RTA warns of traffic delays during cycling race
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has advised motorists to expect traffic delays on several roads on Sunday, October 4, during the 'Proud of the UAE' cycling race.
flydubai CEO thanks crew, passengers as FZ1073 investigation proceeds
Flydubai says its focus remains on supporting affected passengers and crew while authorities investigate the safety incident involving flight FZ1073.
GCAA commends captain, crew and passengers of flight FZ1073
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has praised the courage and swift response of the captain, crew and passengers of flydubai flight FZ1073, saying their decisive actions helped contain the situation and avert more serious consequences.
UAE President, US Senator discuss stronger strategic partnership
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with US Senator Joni Ernst, with talks focusing on strengthening strategic cooperation between the UAE and the United States.
Gargash hails flydubai pilot as hero after security incident
Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has praised flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar for his actions during the recent security incident involving flight FZ1073.
Etihad Rail boosts Abu Dhabi-Dubai weekend services after strong demand
Etihad Rail is introducing six extra passenger train services between Abu Dhabi and Dubai this weekend in response to exceptionally strong demand.
14 arrested, drugs worth AED 115 million seized in Dubai Police operation
Dubai Police have arrested 14 members of an international criminal network and foiled an attempt to smuggle drugs, weighing 2.3 tonnes and estimated to be worth over AED 115.1 million, hidden inside 113 cartons.
UAE condemns Houthi drone attack on Madinah power station
The UAE has strongly condemned a Houthi drone attack on the Taiba power distribution station in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.
Emirates flight to London diverted following medical emergency
An Emirates flight from Dubai to London Heathrow was diverted to Frankfurt due to a medical emergency involving a passenger onboard.
Dubai private school enrolment up 4.6% for new academic year
Dubai's private schools saw 406,563 students enrolled for the 2026-27 academic year, marking an annual increase of 4.6 per cent, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced on Thursday.
UAE Attorney-General orders investigation of flydubai flight incident
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the formation of a team from the Public Prosecution to investigate the incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday.
New partnership to streamline parking at Etihad Rail stations
Etihad Rail has partnered with Q Mobility and Parkin to develop and operate smart parking services across its passenger station network.
KHDA to launch AI policy for Dubai schools in 2027
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is developing a standardised policy that will set guidelines for the ethical use of AI in private schools, which will roll out in 2027.
UAE, Jordan discuss bilateral relations in Abu Dhabi
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, welcomed Jordan Minister of Justice Dr. Bassam Samir Al-Talhouni in Abu Dhabi.
Flydubai suspends Israel flights amid FZ1073 incident investigation
Flydubai has announced the temporary suspension of all flights to and from Israel following the incident involving flight FZ1073 on September 30.
GCAA: Security incident involving flydubai flight brought under control
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) says a security incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv has been brought under control.
UAE condemns killing of oil tanker crew members off Somalia coast
The UAE has condemned the attack that caused the deaths and injuries of crew members from the hijacked oil products tanker MT Honour 25 off the coast of Somalia during an operation to free the vessel.
Flydubai issues update on flight FZ1073 diverted to Tabuk
Flydubai has provided an update on flight FZ 1073, which was travelling from Dubai (DXB) to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) when it diverted to Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia on September 30.
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said investigations into the incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed that the co-pilot attempted to carry out a terrorist act.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has praised flydubai pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar after his actions helped avert more serious consequences aboard flight FZ1073.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has advised motorists to expect traffic delays on several roads on Sunday, October 4, during the 'Proud of the UAE' cycling race.
