Stories from UAE

Attacks in the Gulf region have caused the cancellation of the ATP tennis tournament held in the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, the 13.5 million dollar 6 Kings Slam tournament has been cancelled. The 2026 boxing schedule has not yet been announced following these disruptions. Tennis tournaments in the United Arab Emirates were canceled following attacks in July. A $13.5 million tournament named 6 Kings Slam was also cancelled due to the security threats. The source noted that tennis was the first sports organization affected by the economic repercussions of the Iranian attacks. These cancellations represent the first major sports organizations affected by the recent Iranian attacks.

The Dubai Land Department published updated requirements for obtaining a two-year residency permit. This move is expected to stimulate real estate purchases across various price segments, including lower-cost areas. Previously, individuals needed to invest at least 750,000 dirhams, approximately $200,000 USD. The local land department portal reported this change, which aims to stimulate the market. Under the new rules, a two-year residency document can be issued for property purchased at any value. A change allows multiple co-owners to qualify for residency if each individual's investment meets a 400,000 dirham threshold. The new regulation allows for the processing of these documents under revised criteria. However, the source noted that purchasing a low-cost apartment in Skalchin will not qualify a pair for residency.

Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates have boosted trade through a Free Trade Agreement. The announcement was made by UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Dr.

Gulf countries are advocating for adherence to international law to ensure safe navigation in the region. The United Arab Emirates issued a message attempting to restore diplomacy without further provocations.

The ATP tennis organization cancelled the remainder of its tournament in Abu Dhabi following the start of attacks. A $13.5 million tournament named the 6 Kings Slam was also cancelled. A planned UFC series for July in Abu Dhabi was also cancelled.

A presidential advisor from the United Arab Emirates stated on Friday that no bilateral agreements with Iran can be trusted. The advisor's comments come amid ongoing regional tensions. No specific agreement was named in the report. An advisor to the UAE President expressed skepticism regarding the reliability of bilateral agreements with Iran. The advisor said that freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz must be governed by international law and collective administration to ensure regional and global economic stability. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot also attended a press conference in the UAE said the necessity of protecting maritime freedom in the Strait of Hormuz. The advisor contested claims that the corridor is part of Iran's sovereignty, following comments from a French minister.

Regular flights between the US and Dubai will resume four times per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays. The carrier announced that service on this route had been suspended since February 28 following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. The United Arab Emirates has resumed normal flight operations to multiple destinations in India. This follows a brief suspension of flights caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority announced the resumption of all regular aviation services within UAE airspace, including Fazawi Hudut. Air India and United Arab Emirates airlines have restored flights between several locations in the UAE and India. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that these services are resuming amidst precautionary measures regarding emerging situations in West Asia.

Iran has sent one set of proposals to the United States through Pakistani mediators. President Donald Trump held a meeting in Abu Dhabi with top aides to evaluate a proposal sent by Iran to the United States. The proposal sent by Witkoff to Iran focuses on nuclear aspects. Iran has been working on a response to these specific amendments between Monday and Thursday. Iranian state media confirmed a report by Axios that Iran has sent a new draft proposal to the United States. President has reportedly received a briefing on the matter. Some proposed terms include demands that Iran refrain from moving or transferring certain assets. The Iranian proposal includes lifting the blockade and a commitment to not move allocated uranium or begin new enrichment activities during the period. This follows statements from President Trump that the United States would obtain allocated uranium by any means.

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) will notify customers that it is using a land-based oil pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. The company plans to route shipments through the Iraq-Iran port area to mitigate security and logistics risks.

The United Arab Emirates has called for collective international action to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.