Local from Saturday, June 27th, 2026

The UAE Ministry of Defence has announced the death of soldier Issa Ghuloom Al Baloushi, who passed away during a training mission in the country on Saturday.

The UAE has expressed deep concern over the continued military escalation by the two warring parties in several areas of Sudan, including El Obeid, and the impact on civilians and the worsening humanitarian situation.

Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is sending humanitarian aid to people affected by the ongoing crisis in Lebanon through the UAE Aid Agency.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss ways to strengthen ties between the two countries.

The UAE has welcomed the announcement of a framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel, praising the diplomatic efforts of US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in helping secure the deal.

The UAE has strongly condemned the hostile drone attacks by Iran that targeted Bahrain early Saturday.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed ways to enhance efforts to safeguard regional peace during talks with his Egyptian counterpart Dr. Badr Abdelatty.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has welcomed the signing of a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon during a call with Lebanese Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam.