Local from Tuesday, May 26th, 2026

UAE and Russia discuss expanding strategic cooperation

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov during his working visit to the UAE on Tuesday.
Dubai to hold Eid Al-Adha prayers at 937 mosques

Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department has completed preparations for Eid Al-Adha prayers at 937 mosques across the emirate.
Arafat Day is for 'forgiveness, mercy, faith': H.H. Sheikh Mohammed

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a special message on Tuesday describing Arafat Day as the day of "forgiveness, mercy, and completion of faith".
UAE floating hospital in Egypt treats more patients from Gaza

Two more patients from Gaza are being treated at the UAE floating hospital in Egypt's Al Arish.
UAE President waives over AED 834 million in debt for Emiratis

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has cleared the debts of 2,339 low-income, retirees across the country, totalling more than AED 834 million.
UAE citizens can enjoy visa-free travel to Sri Lanka under new deal

Sri Lanka has made the UAE and 39 other countries eligible to obtain a free-of-charge tourist visas for a period of 30 days.

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