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The UAE is seeking clarifications on the US-Iran ceasefire deal regarding attacks across the Gulf, as well as on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a “central priority”, as Tehran's blockade continues despite its commitment to reopen the strait to free navigation.

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Iran's attacks continue in the Gulf, raising questions about ceasefire

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In a briefing to Euronews, the UAE president's diplomatic advisor called for a durable regional security solution beyond a ceasefire with the US as central to the Gulf’s security, as “there is no trust” in the current Iranian regime, but also sees a “more prominent Israeli influence in the Gulf.”

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The focus of the talks of Italian prime minister with Qatar, the Emirates and Saudi Arabia was the restoration of energy supplies and security in Hormuz. Italy offered technical support for affected infrastructure and defence against Iranian raids.

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Which European countries' ships are most hit by the Hormuz crisis?

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Iran launches missile and drone barrage on Dubai, Kuwaiti tanker hit

At least five explosions were reported in Dubai on Tuesday morning as residents fled to shelters, Euronews journalists reported. The UAE authorities said they were "actively engaging" with the threat.

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UAE: Flood chaos in Sharjah as heavy rain paralyses traffic

Sharjah among hardest‑hit areas in latest rain spell, video shows waterlogged roads and slow‑moving vehicles

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Flooded streets in Sharjah after heavy rain hits the United Arab Emirates

Vehicles move through flooded streets in Sharjah after heavy rain, as storms affect the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring Oman.

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Lufthansa and Air France extend Middle East flight suspensions

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Israel announces new strikes across Iran, expanded attacks in Lebanon

Early attacks were traded as the US and Israeli war on Iran pushed through into day 18. The UAE reported that its air defences were working to intercept Iranian fire as Israel announced new strikes on Tehran and expanded operations targeting Iran’s Lebanon-based proxy, Hezbollah.

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Iran 'cannot be allowed to hold global economy hostage' - UAE minister

UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh sent a clear message to EU governments in a Euronews interview, stating that stability in the region is closely tied to Europe’s own economic and security interests.

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Iran escalates Gulf drone and missile attacks to all-out economic war

Gulf nations are on high alert as Tehran expands its targets to include civilian infrastructure and major trade hubs. While Israel claims significant degradation of Iranian missile capabilities, the human cost continues to mount across multiple fronts, with over 800,000 now displaced in Lebanon.

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‘Europeans have been incredibly supportive,' UAE top diplomat says

As the Iran war enters its third week, the United Arab Emirates is sending a clear message to European governments and citizens: stability in the region is closely tied to Europe’s own economic and security interests.