Local from Wednesday, March 4th, 2026

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have extended the truck movement permit until Sunday, March 8.

The UAE Ministry of Interior is warning the public about fraudulent emails asking recipients to complete a so-called emergency registration form to claim support, compensation or insurance.

Dubai Police are warning the public against using, possessing or trading fireworks and firecrackers due to the serious risks to life, property and community safety.

The UAE is exempting fines for travellers unable to depart due to recent flight suspensions and airspace closures.

Thirty-seven beggars of various nationalities have been arrested in Dubai during the second week of Ramadan.

All Etihad Airways scheduled commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi are suspended until 6:00 AM UAE time on Friday, March 6.

The UAE Ministry of Education and Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced early closure for spring break for all public and private schools, as well as universities.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has continued to hold phone discussions leaders of Sri Lanka, Tanzania and Finland on Iran attacks

Emirates Airline has extended the suspension of commercial operations until Saturday, March 7, while continuing to operate a limited number of passenger repatriation and freighter flights.

The UAE air defences have successfully intercepted 3 ballistic missiles and detected 129 drones, of which 121 were intercepted and 8 fell within the country's territory on Wednesday.

The UAE's pharmaceutical sector is operating with a high degree of stability and preparedness, with the country’s strategic stockpile of medicines and medical supplies secure and sufficient to meet the needs of the local market.

Air Arabia has extended the suspension of operations until 3 pm on Monday, March 9, with a limited number of flights operating in coordination with relevant authorities.

A number of charter flights will operate from Fujairah on Wednesday, March 4, and Thursday, March 5, to select destinations in India, Egypt and Pakistan to transport travellers stranded in the UAE due to the ongoing regional developments.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed ways to strength bilateral ties across key sectors with Germany during talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul in Berlin.

Etihad Rail has transported more than 350 passengers between Al Ghuwaifat Station in the Al Dhafra region and Al Faya Station in Abu Dhabi ahead of its official launch in response to the disruption of travel and the temporary suspension of certain flight services.

DXB Airport has warned the public of fabricated and digitally altered videos claiming incidents at the location are circulating online.

Dubai Police has announced that sharing rumors, false information, or any content that contradicts official announcements and may cause public panic or threaten public safety is prohibited.

The UAE Ministry of Interior has advised the public to head to a safe place upon receiving an emergency alert.