Nearly 750,000 people traveled through Dubai’s air, land and sea ports across the Eid Al Adha period. The figures, released by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), revealed the authority were able to complete over 800,000 transactions between September 22nd and 26th. They included nearly 124,000 entry permits issued across the five-day period. Travelers included those going for pilgrimage, as well as residents coming and going from the emirate.
UAE air forces respond to incoming missile, drone threats on Friday
The UAE's Ministry of Defence has announced on Friday that its air defence systems are responding to missile and drone threats from Iran.
Dubai rejects claims of Iranian attack on data centre
Authorities in Dubai have denied reports that Iran carried out a strike on an Oracle data centre in the emirate.
Dubai churches announce temporary closure until further notice
Several churches located in Dubai have announced their temporary closure and suspension of in-person services starting April 3 until further notice.
UAE supports Bahrain resolution on Strait of Hormuz
The UAE, alongside the GCC and Jordan, has announced its support for Bahrain's resolution to the United Nations' Security Council that affirms the need for the Strait of Hormuz to be opened for all transit passage without any state control.
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