# UAE
Latest news and articles about UAE
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Strike on South Pars Prompts Iranian Threat to Gulf Energy Sites as Oil Surges
An Israeli strike on the South Pars gas field has led Iran to declare key Gulf energy facilities in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE as legitimate targets, prompting warnings of imminent attacks. The development sent oil and gas prices sharply higher and heightened the risk of sustained disruptions to global energy supplies and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
Missiles Over The Marina: How Gulf Conflict Is Unraveling Dubai’s Real‑Estate Miracle
Missile and drone strikes on Dubai since early March have shattered investor confidence and precipitated a sharp collapse in property transactions and market indices. The attacks expose the emirate’s vulnerability: a small, wealthy expatriate class holds a large share of assets, and rapid capital flight could hit Dubai’s broader economy and reshuffle global luxury markets.
Gulf States and Israel Clamp Down on Social Media as Regional Fighting Intensifies
As fighting in the Middle East escalates, Gulf states and Israel have intensified restrictions on social media and the sharing of military-related footage, citing national security and fears of panic. The moves include prosecutions, arrests and new rules for journalists, and have prompted warnings from foreign embassies to their citizens.
Iran Launches Large-Scale Drone and Missile Barrage into Israel; US-Linked Site Struck
On March 15 Iran launched a large coordinated drone-and-missile assault into Israel, which Tehran said hit multiple strategic targets and which reportedly produced debris that struck a U.S. consular residence. Israel carried out strikes inside Iran in response and insists its air-defence stocks are sufficient, while the escalation has drawn warnings from U.S. lawmakers and raised tensions with countries offering technical help to Israel.
China’s Envoy in Abu Dhabi Presses for Gulf De‑Escalation as UAE Backs Beijing’s Mediating Role
China’s Middle East envoy Zhai Jun met UAE leaders in Abu Dhabi to press for de‑escalation of fighting spreading across the Gulf and to secure assurances for the safety of Chinese nationals and institutions. The UAE welcomed China’s impartial role and pledged to protect Chinese interests while expressing readiness to cooperate on diplomatic outreach aimed at an early ceasefire.
China’s Middle East Envoy Visits Abu Dhabi to Deepen Mediation Role and Secure Chinese Nationals
China’s Middle East envoy Zhai Jun met UAE deputy prime minister and foreign minister Abdullah in Abu Dhabi to discuss the spreading Gulf conflict and coordination on pushing for a ceasefire. The UAE welcomed Chinese mediation, pledged protection for Chinese nationals, and signalled continued cooperation to de-escalate regional tensions.
When Transit Becomes a Risk: How Middle East Strikes Are Turning Tourists into Risk Managers
Escalating clashes around the Middle East have disrupted Gulf airspace and transit hubs, leaving many travellers — especially those transiting through UAE or Qatar — uncertain whether to travel. Chinese tour operators and booking platforms have mobilised evacuations and extended refund protections, but gaps remain and safety has emerged as the decisive factor shaping short‑term demand.
China Repatriates Over 10,000 Citizens from Gulf as Middle East Air Traffic Remains Disrupted
China has repatriated over 10,000 citizens from Gulf states after a coordinated push by the Foreign Ministry and the Civil Aviation Administration to expand flights and secure direct routes. The operation reflects Beijing's growing capacity and willingness to protect nationals abroad amid Middle East air-traffic disruptions linked to hostilities involving the US, Israel and Iran.
Dubai’s ‘Discounted’ Gold Is a Wholesale Story, Not a Retail Bonanza
Viral videos claiming Dubai jewellery was being sold at steep discounts mischaracterised a wholesale phenomenon. Retail 24K gold in Dubai remained priced around 623 AED per gram, while discounts of up to $30/oz were confined to wholesale bullion trading due to logistical disruptions.
Iran's IRGC Claims Destruction of Third U.S. THAAD Battery in the Middle East, Raising Stakes for Regional Security
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have destroyed a third U.S. THAAD battery, this time at Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti base, after earlier claiming strikes on two systems in the UAE. The announcement, not yet independently verified, heightens regional tensions and poses difficult choices for U.S. and allied responses, with wider implications for deterrence and security in the Middle East.
Stranded at Sea: Chinese Tourists Caught on a Dubai Cruise as Gulf Fighting Disrupts Flights and Shipping
A Mediterranean Cruises megaship carrying over 5,000 passengers—among them numerous Chinese tourists—was held at Dubai’s Rashid Port after strikes and counterstrikes in the Gulf forced UAE airports and airspace to close. The incident exposed vulnerabilities in cruise operations and global shipping when the Strait of Hormuz region is threatened, prompting industry cancellations, consular interventions and emergency repatriation efforts.
Stranded at Port: Chinese Tourists Trapped on Dubai Cruise as Gulf Violence Halts Shipping
More than 5,000 passengers aboard an MSC cruise in Dubai were held in port after strikes and counterstrikes in the Gulf forced UAE airspace and some ports to close. The immediate disruption — managed on board by crews and Chinese tour leaders working with consular offices — underlines broader risks to shipping, tourism and repatriation logistics when the Strait of Hormuz becomes contested.