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  The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed that UAE markets are free of lettuce products linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in some countries.

• UAE, Russian Presidents discuss strategic ties

  UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have discussed strengthening cooperation under the two countries' strategic partnership.

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  Authorities in Abu Dhabi have successfully contained a fire that broke out at an under-construction building on Yas Island on Friday morning.

• UAE joins 7 nations in condemning Israel's continued attacks in Gaza

  The UAE has joined Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt in strongly condemning the ongoing Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip.

• UAE, Arab League discuss regional security

  Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Secretary-General of the Arab League Nabil Fahmy.

• UAE supports Bangladesh with urgent flood relief

  The UAE Aid Agency has announced urgent humanitarian assistance for people affected by severe flooding in Bangladesh following heavy monsoon rains.

• Abu Dhabi court adjourns hearing in Sudan’s illegal military transfer case

  The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal has adjourned the hearing in the Sudan illegal military transfer case, involving 13 people and six companies, until August 12 to allow the defence to complete its pleadings.

• UAE leaders hail Sheikh Zayed's leadership on 60th anniversary of accession

  President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hailed the leadership of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, on the 60th anniversary of his accession as Ruler of Abu Dhabi.

• UAE President, Canadian PM hail stronger ties across key sectors

  UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have discussed ways to strengthen ties between the two countries during a phone call.

• Dubai expands Bus-On-Demand service to three more areas

  Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its Bus-On-Demand service to Al Satwa, Al Quoz and Mirdif, bringing the total number of areas served across the emirate to 20.

• No injuries reported after fire at Dubai South workshop

  No injuries were reported after a fire broke out at a workshop in the Dubai South area overnight.

• Dubai Creek Lights project to create world-class nighttime destination

  Dubai Municipality has started work on the AED 80 million Dubai Creek Lights project, which will transform an 8 km stretch of the creek with more than 5,000 lighting units, creating a striking nighttime experience that celebrates the area's history, culture and architecture.

• Dubai Police issues warning after man caught for illegal money transfers

  Dubai Police have urged the public to be extra vigilant while accepting part-time jobs online after a man was "hired" to carry out illegal money transfers for a fixed commission.  

• UAE resolves 99% of labour disputes without courts

  The UAE's labour dispute resolution system has resolved 98.6 per cent of all disputes amicably during the first half of 2026, reducing the burden on courts.

• Over 800 arrested in UAE-led operation to fight environmental crime in Amazon basin

  A UAE-led operation to tackle environmental crime in the Amazon basin has seen the arrests of 839 individuals and the seizure of harvested timber, illegal mining equipment, fuel and minerals that is valued over $280million.

• Dubai expands road capacity on key traffic corridor

  Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvements on Latifa bint Hamdan Street to ease congestion and increase road capacity.

• Dubai Police correctional establishments recognised for human rights excellence

  Dubai's Correctional and Penal Institutions have received accreditation from the American Correctional Association (ACA) and the organisation’s top Global Eagle Award, becoming the first in the region and only the third jurisdiction worldwide to receive the honour.

• Two face legal action over offensive social media broadcast

  The UAE's National Media Authority has taken legal action against two individuals for violating media regulations and content standards.

• UAE, Bahrain foreign ministers discuss regional developments

  Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Bahrain's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.