Armenia and Azerbaijan peace agreement praised at UAE human fraternity awards At the 2026 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity held in Abu Dhabi, world leaders highlighted dialogue, compromise and practical peace. Euronews · Feb 6
Ukraine-Russia war latest: US ‘aims for March peace deal’ amid fallout over Putin general shooting The ambitious goal has been discussed between Ukrainian and US negotiators, sources said The Independent UK · Feb 6
US and Russia agree to re-establish military dialogue after Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi The US and Russia have agreed to resume military communications hotlines following talks in Abu Dhabi. The move comes as Washington continues to intensify diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine, nearing its fourth anniversary. Euronews · Feb 6
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv and Moscow hold major prisoner exchange Whitkoff says ‘significant work remains’ as second day of US-led peace talks in Abu Dhabi concludes: What we know on day 1,444 The Guardian - AU · Feb 6
Andrew vouched for Epstein on state visit to UAE with queen in 2010 Emails appear to show Mountbatten-Windsor attempting to introduce Epstein to UAE crown prince via foreign affairs minister The Guardian - UK · Feb 6
Farcical peace talks in Abu Dhabi resolve nothing as Ukraine shivers under Russia’s winter onslaught Russia, Ukraine and the US met for a second time this week for trilateral talks to discuss a possible cessation of hostilities. Once again little was resolved apart from a prisoner swap, something that has happened several times over the four years of the full-scale conflict between the two countries. The Conversation · Feb 5
Ukraine and Russia swap 314 prisoners of war after Abu Dhabi talks Meanwhile, the Kremlin-affiliated media outlets revealed that Moscow’s key demand is not only full Russian control over Ukraine’s Donetsk and Luhansk regions, but also official recognition of Donbas as Russian territory by all sides, including Ukraine. Euronews · Feb 5
Zelensky French TV interview: 'If Ukraine doesn't stop Putin, he will invade Europe' Amid a flurry of diplomatic meetings in Moscow and Abu Dhabi, in an interview on TV channel France 2 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on his European partners – as well as United States President Donald Trump – to put more pressure on Russia to end the four-year war. Radio France Internationale · Feb 5
Job scams in Saudi Arabia or UAE's Dubai, Abu Dhabi: How to spot fake offers, agents and avoid getting duped in the Gulf Gulf job seekers face sophisticated scams, with fraudsters using AI and social media to lure victims. Authorities warn against upfront fees for visas or processing, unverified emails, and unrealistic offers. Always verify job offers through official government channels like MoHRE and MHRSD to avoid falling prey to these deceptive schemes. The Times of India · Feb 5
Russia and Ukraine hold a second day of US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi Negotiators from Moscow and Kyiv are holding a second day of U.S.-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi to end their war The Independent UK · Feb 5
Zelenskyy says Ukraine-Russia talks ‘not easy’ but ‘constructive’ after prisoner swap agreed - as it happened Ukrainian president hosts Poland’s PM Donald Tusk, after earlier announcement that Ukraine and Russia had agreed to exchange 314 prisoners The Guardian - UK · Feb 5
Abu Dhabi’s Nutri-Mark initiative explained: What it is, how will it transform food labels and health choices in 2026 Abu Dhabi has launched "Nutri-Mark," a pioneering front-of-pack nutrition labelling system using A-E grades to guide consumers and encourage healthier food products. This initiative, now mandatory for key categories, aims to combat rising obesity by simplifying nutritional information and promoting informed choices. Manufacturers are already reformulating products to achieve higher… The Times of India · Feb 5
Abu Dhabi prince with $20 billion fortune placed car order so big it shut down a Mercedes factory Sheikh Hamad bin Hamdan al Nahyan earned the nickname “Rainbow Sheikh” after commissioning Mercedes-Benz to build seven W126 S-Class saloons, each finished in a different colour and fully colour-matched inside. The order, widely reported to have disrupted factory production, set the tone for a collection defined by extreme customisation and… The Times of India · Feb 5
UAE: Abu Dhabi launches ‘World’s Richest Seas’ initiative to increase fish density by 2030 Abu Dhabi has launched a new marine programme, 'Hamdan bin Zayed: The World’s Richest Seas,' aiming for one of the highest fish densities globally by 2030. This initiative combines regulatory oversight, habitat restoration including artificial reefs and mangrove planting, and technology-led monitoring to rebuild fish populations and enhance marine ecosystem… The Times of India · Feb 5
The Independent UK · Feb 5 Ukraine-Russia war latest: ‘Catastrophe’ for Putin as front line cut off from vital Starlink satellites Elon Musk appears to stop Moscow’s forces using internet service they rely on to operate weapons
The Guardian - AU · Feb 5 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy voices hope for new prisoner exchange as talks continue Ukrainian president says Abu Dhabi talks expected to lead to a fresh exchange, as US-led talks enter day two. What we know on day 1,443
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Kremlin says it won’t stop fighting until Kyiv gives in as first day of peace talks end in Abu Dhabi The talks were hailed as ‘productive’ but Russia refuses to compromise on its territorial demands
The Guardian - UK · Feb 4 Ukraine and Russia hold ‘productive’ first day of US-led peace talks in Abu Dhabi Major obstacles to viable deal remain after Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Moscow of violating energy truce
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Russia and Ukraine envoys meet in Abu Dhabi for US-brokered talks Envoys from Russia and Ukraine are meeting in Abu Dhabi for U.S.-brokered talks aimed at ending the nearly four-year war
Cycling News · Feb 4 Are Lorena Wiebes and Elisa Longo Borghini ready to copy and paste last year's success, or will they be challenged? – Analysing the UAE Tour Women contenders Strong GC field includes Marlen Reusser, Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney and Anna van der Breggen, whilst sprinters include Charlotte Kool and Lara Gillespie
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Celestyal unveils 2026 Arabian Gulf F1 cruises F1 fans can get a front seat at the Abu Dhabi and Qatar Grand Prix
Euronews · Feb 4 Zelenskyy calls on Trump to respond to Russia’s massive attack as talks resume in Abu Dhabi As the talks in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, the US and Russia continue, Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the US president to respond to Moscow’s massive aerial attacks and the violation of Russia’s “energy truce” promise.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 4 Ukraine-Russia talks under way in Abu Dhabi in wake of ‘massive’ strikes on Kyiv – as it happened Both sides downplay chances of immediate breakthrough in US-brokered talks as western allies reportedly weigh new defence pact
Euronews · Feb 4 Europe Today: Russia strikes Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Euronews · Feb 4 Ukraine to change negotiating stance for Abu Dhabi talks after Russia's massive strike A new round of trilateral Ukraine-US-Russia talks is scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi just one day after Russia’s largest attack against Ukraine this winter, as Moscow launched a record number of missiles, targeting Ukraine’s civilian energy infrastructure.