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Sudan paramilitary leaders acquired £17.7m property portfolio in Dubai, investigation reveals

The RSF leadership, accused of committing genocide, used UAE as a ‘safe haven’ for family members and their wealth, records show

The Guardian - UK

'I just won’t quite be ready in time' – João Almeida out of Giro d'Italia with illness, Mikel Landa also not racing

UAE Team Emirates-XRG to head to Italy with changed team

Cycling Weekly

Scoop: Israel sent "Iron Dome" system and troops to UAE during Iran war

The unprecedented deployment of the system was not previously made public.

Axios

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Teen charged with woman’s murder after extradition from the UAE

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The Independent UK

Teenager extradited from the UAE appears in court charged with woman’s murder

Enzo Bettamio is accused of killing Kamonnan Thiamphanit, 27, also known as Angela, in April 2024.

Evening Standard

Former UAE Team Emirates rider Cristian Camilo Muñoz dies after infection to knee injury

30-year-old crashed at the Tour du Jura last week, before being admitted to hospital in Spain

Cycling Weekly

The Latest: Standoff intensifies in Strait of Hormuz after Trump issues ‘shoot and kill’ order

Tensions have intensified in the standoff between the U.S. and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz

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'Tell Putin to stop': Zelenskyy calls on 'big players' Donald Trump, PM Modi and Xi Jinping to put pressure on Russia

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged global leaders, including PM Modi, to pressure Putin to end the war, stating mediation alone is insufficient. He emphasized unified international action over compromise. Meanwhile, Ukraine is bolstering defence ties in the Middle East, signing drone cooperation agreements with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE.

The Times of India

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport Introduces ‘Shopping Pass’ for Non-Travellers

Airports have long been spaces reserved strictly for passengers, where a valid ticket is your only entry pass beyond security checkpoints. Forget your luggage, and you might manage—but forget your ticket, and entry is impossible. That long-standing rule is now being reimagined in Abu Dhabi. In a first-of-its-kind initiative in…

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$75 billion investment chief: Now is exactly the right time to double down in the Gulf

Conflict has global investors retreating from the Middle East but confusing volatility with vulnerability is the most expensive mistake right now.

Fortune

UK ambassador to UAE warns of regional risk but backs UAE resilience amid fragile Iran ceasefire

In an interview with Euronews, British Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Edward Hobart said the fragile US-Iran ceasefire should pave the way to a lasting peace with "a clear way forward".

Euronews

Gulf Evacuation Warning: 'Time Is Running Out' as Iran Adviser Urges Immediate Exit From UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait

A social media post urging evacuation from Gulf nations has caused concern, despite no official directives. The warning highlights the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK

UAE officials reportedly warned they may be forced to use yuan or other currencies if they run low on dollars amid the Iran war

Any pivot away from the dollar by a top oil producer would represent a major threat to the currency’s supremacy.

Fortune

UAE issues new school rules as students return to classrooms with strict safety measures

Over a million UAE students returned to classrooms on Monday, April 20, for a full-scale resumption of in-person learning after weeks of distance education. Strict safety protocols and a nationwide traffic management plan are in place, while hybrid learning options remain available for parents. The move signifies a broader return…

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Yuan for oil payments? UAE seeks US safety net amid Iran war - report

The UAE has requested a US financial safety net amid concerns that an Iran war could severely damage its economy and investor confidence. Talks included a currency-swap line proposal, as the UAE fears needing to use other currencies for transactions if dollar shortages arise.

International Business Times UK

UAE Blames Trump for Escalating Iran Conflict, Threatens Switch to Chinese Yuan Amid Potential Dollar Shortages

The UAE is considering moving away from the US dollar to the Chinese yuan amid rising regional tensions and economic instability, challenging traditional alliances.

The Times of India

UAE enforces stricter traffic rules with fines reaching Dh50,000 and licence suspension penalties

UAE's new traffic law empowers authorities to suspend or cancel driving licences for medical unfitness, repeated violations, or public safety risks. Beyond penalties, the system includes driver reassessment and rehabilitation. Advanced technology aids real-time violation detection, aiming to prevent repeat offences and enhance long-term road safety across the nation.

The Guardian - UK

Daniel Kinahan, alleged leader of Irish organised crime group, arrested in UAE

Arrest by Dubai police comes as Irish authorities issue warrant related to alleged organised crime offences

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UAE introduces first-ever weight loss pill Foundayo, here’s how much it may cost and where to get it

The UAE has approved Foundayo (orforglipron), Eli Lilly's once-daily oral obesity pill, becoming one of the first countries globally to offer a needle-free alternative. This GLP-1 receptor agonist mimics natural hormones to regulate appetite and blood sugar, aiding weight loss and improving metabolic health. Available by prescription from May 2026,…

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UAE schools to resume in-person learning from April 20 with hybrid option for private institutions

Classrooms across the UAE are set to reopen, with authorities confirming that all students and staff will return to in-person learning from April 20, while private schools retain the option to adopt a hybrid model where needed.

Cycling News

O Gran Camiño: Carlos Canal takes home victory on stage 2 in reduced sprint finish

Galician scores first his pro win ahead of Mats Wenzel and Eric Fagúndez as Rafael Reis takes over race lead

The Guardian - UK

UK to call for end to Sudan bloodshed at Berlin talks on third anniversary of war

British aid to double as 19m people face acute hunger, but summit unlikely to end conflict amid Saudi-UAE tensions

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on three years of war in Sudan: a vast humanitarian crisis persists because the fighting does

Editorial: A devastating ‘war of atrocities’ will continue as long as the United Arab Emirates and others back the belligerents

The Times of India

UAE expands Nafis benefits till 2040 with monthly salary support and unlimited child allowance

The UAE has significantly expanded its Nafis programme, extending benefits until 2040 to boost Emirati employment in the private sector. Key changes include removing the cap on child allowances, offering targeted salary support for children of Emirati mothers and wives of Emirati citizens, and focusing on future job sectors.

The Conversation

Strait of Hormuz blockade: the complex regional realities the US ignores at its peril

After the breakdown of ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran, President Donald Trump has now ordered a blockade of the pivotal Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf.

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