Local News from Sunday, March 29th, 2026

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a virtual meeting with US Senator Joni Ernst to discuss UAE–US strategic cooperation and their shared commitment to strengthening ties.

Higher education institutions in the UAE will begin a phased return to on-campus learning from Monday, under guidance issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

A cabinet meeting, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Sunday approved a series of national strategies and international agreements, to strengthen the country's resilience and global position.

Dubai Police has issued 720 “To Whom It May Concern” certificates for vehicles affected by adverse weather conditions across the UAE, following requests submitted by affected vehicle owners since Monday.

UAE air defences intercepted 16 ballistic missiles and 42 drones launched from Iran on Sunday, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) said, adding they've engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs since the start of the attacks.

The diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, Anwar Gargash, said on Sunday any political solution to Iranian attacks on Gulf countries must include firm guarantees to prevent further aggression.

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the attack targeting the residence of Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, in Duhok Governorate, expressing its concern over the act.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 13 cycling tracks across the Emirate as part of a wider 15-track plan that spans a total length of 162 km.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the repercussions of Iran's unprovoked attacks on regional security and stability during phone calls with foreign counterparts.