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[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] This year, Dubai residents celebrated Easter by attending services online or traveling to neighbouring emirates, after churches in the city remained closed during the important Christian holiday. Since Friday, April 3, churches in Dubai have suspended all worship services and masses until further notice. This move came amid heightened precautionary measures in the UAE because of regional tensions linked to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels An earlier notice from the Community Development Authority (CDA) directed…
SHARJAH, 5th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Economic Council, part of Sharjah Department of Economic Development (SEDD), held a meeting with a number of investors from various vital sectors in the emirate. These sectors included tourism and hospitality, aviation, shipping and transportation, construction, retail outlets, and factories. Such meetings fall within SEDD’s commitment to strengthening direct communication, keeping up with developments in the business environment, and creating effective and collaborative solutions. These meetings are part of the Department’s strategic plans to improve relationships with stakeholders, achieve effective communication, enhance partnership and integration with investors and owners of economic establishments operating…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] A fire broke out at Khor Fakkan port on Sunday, April 5, after a debris fall due to drone interception, Sharjah’s media authority announced. The incident led to four injuries — a Nepalese national was seriously injured and transferred to the hospital for medical care and three individuals of Pakistani nationality sustained injuries ranging from minor to moderate. The authority said response teams had reached the site and the fire is under control with cooling operations underway. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
Betting on the UAE means betting on growth, prosperity, and a brighter future, UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has said, underscoring confidence in the country’s economic trajectory and global standing. The remarks came as the UAE entered the world’s top 10 exporters of goods for the first time, according to the latest report by the World Trade Organisation. In a post on X, Sheikh Mohammed noted that the UAE has climbed from 17th to 9th place in just five years. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…
SHARJAH, 5th April, 2026 (WAM) — Expo Centre Sharjah recorded strong performance in the first quarter of 2026, attracting more than 350,000 visitors across 12 major international and local exhibitions and events. The events brought together over 1,500 exhibitors representing companies and brands from 40 countries, reinforcing the centre’s global reach within its annual portfolio of 95 exhibitions. The centre launched its Q1 agenda with SteelFab 2026, the region’s largest trade show for metalworking and steel fabrication, featuring more than 350 exhibitors and over 600 brands across 25,000 square metres. The exhibition marked a milestone as the first to adopt…
Residents in the UAE can expect light rainfall over islands and some coastal and northern areas on the morning of Monday, April 6, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) stated in its forecast. Overall weather conditions are expected to be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with a decrease in temperatures. Moderate to fresh Northwesterly winds are set to blow, strong at times over the sea causing blowing dust and sand, with a speed of 15-25 km/hr, reaching 45 km/hr. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels The sea will be rough to very…
SHARJAH, 5th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) concluded the “Al Dhaid and Fili Nights” promotional initiative, launched as part of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2026, with two closing ceremonies that featured the announcement of grand prize winners. The events, held Saturday at both Souq Shari’at Al Dhaid and Fili Heritage Souq, attracted a large crowd of visitors and families. They gathered to enjoy the festive atmosphere, promotional offers, and the accompanying heritage and cultural activities, alongside the grand prize draws featuring two Nissan Patrol SUVs and other valuable prizes. The two ceremonies were…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Adnoc Gas on Sunday said its Habshan complex was damaged due to falling debris. The Abu Dhabi-based company said an Egyptian national died in the incident during the evacuation. “The affected area was isolated, and a comprehensive assessment of the damage to the Habshan train is ongoing,” it said in its statement. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels “The company continues to actively collaborate with international customers and partners where needed. The incident occurred due to falling debris following the…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States has rescued a “seriously wounded, and really brave” F-15 crew member from deep inside Iran, describing the mission as one of the most daring search and rescue operations in US history. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the rescued officer was a “highly respected Colonel,” adding that such operations are rarely attempted due to the risks involved. “The second raid came after the first one, where we rescued the pilot in broad daylight, also unusual, spending seven hours over Iran. An AMAZING show of…
BEIRUT — A Lebanese soldier was killed on Sunday in an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon, the army said. In a statement, the military said Corporal Hussein Ali Nahle was killed when the attack targeted the town of Kafr Hati, near Sidon. The Israeli army has expanded its offensive in Lebanon since a cross-border attack by Hezbollah on March 2, despite a ceasefire that took effect in November 2024. Hezbollah has launched barrages of rockets into Israel since early March, saying the attacks are in response to continued Israeli strikes on Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s then-Supreme Leader, Ayatollah…