Eight illegal fishing boats have been intercepted by a patrol in UAE territorial waters to the northwest of Sir Bu Nair Island.
The Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority (CICIPA) located them at midday on Monday.
Three pursuit and support boats were then deployed to intercept the fishing vessels.
The Coast Guard attempted to stop the boats but they did not obey orders, so rules of engagement were applied.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan approves second AED 1.5bn economic incentives package
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has approved an additional AED 1.5 billion support package for Dubai’s business sector.
UAE plans nationwide Eid celebrations for workers
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) will organise Eid Al Adha celebrations for workers at 30 locations across the UAE.
Tow truck driver dies during unloading accident in Dubai
Dubai Police are urging recovery vehicle operators to follow strict safety procedures following the death of a tow truck driver in an unloading accident.
Dubai renames street after historic landmark
Dubai has renamed Al Faghi Street in Al Khawaneej to Sheikh Zayed Farm Street, in recognition of its historic role in the UAE’s Union story.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed pardons 836 prisoners
As many as 836 prisoners of various nationalities will be released from Dubai's correctional facilities ahead of Eid Al Adha.
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