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  UAE to accelerate work on oil pipeline project to bypass Strait of Hormuz: Details

  Business | May 15, 2026 17:08 IST

  The ongoing conflict in West Asia has heightened India's concerns about potential disruptions to crude oil and gas supplies, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route for the country's energy imports.

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  F-16 fighter jets escort PM Narendra Modi’s aircraft as it enters UAE’s airspace | Watch

  Trending | May 15, 2026 15:39 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in the UAE grabbed attention after his aircraft was escorted by UAE F-16 fighter jets while entering the country's airspace. The gesture was widely seen as a reflection of the strong strategic relationship between India and the UAE.

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  PM Modi 5-nation visit LIVE: India-UAE ties deepen further as Modi wraps up visit, Netherlands next

  World | May 15, 2026 16:45 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abu Dhabi today, where UAE F-16 fighter jets escorted his aircraft upon entering the country's airspace. He also received a ceremonial guard of honour before meeting UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

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  Iran slams UAE during BRICS meet, calls it 'an aggressor, not merely an accomplice to aggression'

  World | May 15, 2026 8:00 IST

  Iran delivered a fierce criticism of the UAE at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, accusing it of aiding aggression and escalating regional tensions. Tehran defended its military actions as lawful under the UN Charter and said the UAE must face accountability.

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  Israel claims Netanyahu 'secretly' visited UAE during Iran war; Arab nation denies reports

  World | May 14, 2026 6:43 IST

  According to the Israeli PMO, Netanyahu met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a gathering that "resulted in a historic breakthrough in relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates."

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  India rejects report of India-UAE pact for evacuation via Fujairah port, calls claim 'fake news'

  India | May 11, 2026 13:22 IST

  Issuing a strong warning on social media platform X, the MEA fact-check unit labelled the report as misleading and baseless. It urged citizens to remain cautious and not fall for unverified claims circulating online.

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  'Unacceptable': PM Modi condemns drone attack on UAE's Fujairah oil hub

  India | May 05, 2026 12:21 IST

  PM Modi underlined that India supports peaceful resolution of conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, and reiterated that civilian lives and critical infrastructure must never be targeted under any circumstances.

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  UAE announces to quit oil production groups OPEC, OPEC+ amid global energy crisis due to Iran war

  World | April 28, 2026 23:53 IST

  The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+, a move that comes during a historic global energy crisis driven by the Iran conflict.

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  How Israel's iron dome, air defence systems helped UAE during Iran's attacks

  World | April 27, 2026 8:12 IST

  UAE sought help during Iran’s attacks, and Israel deployed its Iron Dome system, strengthening ties between the two nations.

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  UAE mulls shifting to Chinese Yuan from US Dollar for oil payments as Iran conflict deepens: Report

  World | April 20, 2026 11:47 IST

  The United Arab Emirates has discussed a possible financial safety net with the United States amid rising concerns over the conflict with Iran. Officials raised the idea of a currency swap line to protect against economic shocks caused by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

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  Pakistan to clear pending USD 1.5 billion UAE loan by April 23

  World | April 19, 2026 23:52 IST

  Pakistan is now looking towards the International Monetary Fund for further relief. Finance officials have indicated that a USD 1.2 billion tranche is expected soon under an ongoing agreement.

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  Missiles hit UAE, Kuwait, Iran claims Lavan Island attacked: Why did ceasefire fail to stop attacks?

  World | April 08, 2026 16:32 IST

  Hours after the announcement of ceasefire, the United Arab Emirates reported an incoming Iranian missile barrage, and Kuwait's military said its forces were responding to drones. Iran then said an oil refinery came under attack.

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  UAE asks Pakistan to pay back USD 2 billion loan immediately as conflict rages on in West Asia

  World | April 04, 2026 16:08 IST

  Pakistan will repay a USD 2 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates after it requested immediate return of the funds. The deposit, previously rolled over regularly, was held with the State Bank of Pakistan and carried about 6 per cent interest.

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  Oracle date centre in Dubai hit or not? UAE government rejects Iran's claims

  World | April 03, 2026 6:51 IST

  Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) also claimed it had expanded its targets to include digital infrastructure. Among the claims was a strike on a cloud computing facility run by Amazon in Bahrain.

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  UAE bars entry and transit for Iranians as airlines announce travel ban amid West Asia conflict

  World | April 01, 2026 7:45 IST

  The UAE has imposed a travel ban on Iranian passport holders amid escalating hostilities in West Asia, with major airlines confirming the restrictions. The announcement follows repeated missile and drone attacks intercepted by UAE air defence systems.

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  Gulf shifts stance as US allies Saudi Arabia, UAE weigh joining Iran war amid Hormuz crisis: Report

  World | March 24, 2026 10:44 IST

  Saudi Arabia and the UAE are nearing a critical decision to join the US-Israel confrontation with Iran as missile and drone attacks intensify across the Gulf. With Tehran restricting movement through the Strait of Hormuz and targeting key energy hubs, Gulf governments are shifting away from caution.

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  Eid ul-Fitr 2026 date: No moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid on Friday; India may observe on Saturday

  March 18, 2026 22:21 IST

  Eid ul-Fitr 2026 will be observed on Friday in Saudi Arabia after the Shawwal moon was not sighted earlier. In India, the festival is likely to fall on Saturday, depending on local moon sighting announcements.

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  Avoid these mistakes if you are in UAE: Why 19 Indians were arrested during West Asia tensions

  World | March 16, 2026 13:12 IST

  The UAE has ordered the arrest of 35 individuals, including 19 Indians, amid regional tensions due to the Israel-US-Iran war. Let's find out why these people have been arrested.

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  CBSE cancels remaining class 12 board exams in West Asia amid Iran-US-Israel conflict

  Education | March 15, 2026 11:09 IST

  The Class 12 board exams had begun on February 17, with several subjects such as physics, chemistry, geography, and accountancy conducted successfully before papers in West Asia were postponed on March 1.

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  Iran-US-Israel war: Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, no injuries reported

  World | March 15, 2026 23:36 IST

  The war between Iran and Israel has entered its 16th day, with explosions reported in Tehran and casualties continuing to rise. Iranian officials say more than 1,300 people have been killed, while rights groups estimate the toll could be higher.