The UAE confirmed 1,529 new cases of COVID-19 from 265,482 tests on Sunday.
Another 1,504 people have recovered, taking the overall tally to 638,771.
Two patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,898.
A total of 660,978 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 20,309 are currently active.
#UAE announces 1,529 new #COVID19 cases, 1,504 recoveries and 2 deaths in last 24 hours #WamNews pic.twitter.com/ZWnqiAvX79
— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) July 18, 2021
Dubai confirms success of interception operations on Friday
Dubai authorities have confirmed the success of all air interception operations early on Friday, with no injuries reported.
UAE responds to incoming missile, drone threats on Friday
UAE air forces have announced early on Friday that they are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
UAE dismantles terror network linked to Hezbollah, Iran
The UAE’s State Security Apparatus (SSA) has dismantled a terrorist network funded and directed by Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Iran, arresting its members.
Dubai rolls out comprehensive security plan for Eid Al Fitr
Dubai’s Event Security Committee has implemented comprehensive safety measures for Eid Al Fitr.
UAE and US Presidents review regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his US counterpart Donald Trump have discussed regional developments and their serious implications for peace and security.
UAE mobilises early response plan ahead of weather changes
The UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and its strategic partners are closely monitoring weather conditions in the coming days and implementing proactive measures to mitigate potential impacts nationwide.
60 tonnes of fireworks seized in Sharjah crackdown
Sixty tonnes of fireworks have been confiscated in Sharjah, as part of ongoing efforts to crack down on practices that affect public safety, especially during major events and holidays.
UAE responds to more missile threats on Thursday
The UAE's Ministry of Defence announced it is continuing to intercept incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, with a second update issued on its official channels on Thursday at 5:28 pm.
UAE, Egypt Presidents call for de-escalation during Abu Dhabi talks
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi have underscored the need for an immediate halt to military escalation in the region during talks in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
Scamsters target residents with 'latest update' links: Dubai Police
Dubai Police have detected attempts by fraudsters to exploit current regional developments by sending out phishing links on the pretext of providing "latest updates".
UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish treats 41 Palestinians in February
The UAE Floating Hospital in Egypt's Al Arish has treated 41 Palestinian patients in February since the Rafah Border Crossing briefly reopened for "limited movement".
UAE intercepts 7 ballistic missiles, 15 drones on Thursday
UAE air defences have intercepted 7 ballistic missiles and 15 drones on Thursday, an update from the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
UAE discuss Iran attacks with regional neighbours in ministerial meeting
The United Arab Emirates were present at a ministerial meeting with regional neighbours on Wednesday in Riyadh regarding the Iranian attacks.
UAE refutes false claims on investor money controls
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UAE says Iranian attack on energy infrastructure 'dangerous escalation'
The UAE strongly condemned the Iranian attack targeting the Habshan gas facility and the Bab field in Abu Dhabi, which was successfully intercepted by air defences with no injuries reported.
Abu Dhabi responds to missile debris incidents at energy sites
Authorities in Abu Dhabi are responding to incidents of falling debris following the successful interception of missiles targeting the Habshan gas facilities and the Bab field.
UAE responds to new wave of missile threats
The UAE's air defence systems are responding to missile and drone threats from Iran, with authorities advising the public to stay in a safe location.
UAE ensures steady flow of food supplies ahead of Eid
The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has announced full operational readiness across all entry points, rolling out a proactive plan to ensure the smooth flow of food, agricultural and animal imports ahead of Eid Al Fitr and rising market demand.
UAE affirms targeting Iran's Pars gas field threatens global energy security
The United Arab Emirates has affirmed that targeting energy facilities linked to the South Pars gas field in Iran represents a serious escalation and constitutes a direct threat to global energy security.
Sheikh Abdullah discusses West Bank attacks with Palestine Vice President
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has strongly condemned and denounced the Iranian missile attacks that targeted the West Bank in a phone call with Palestine Vice President Hussein Al Sheikh on Thursday.
Dubai authorities have confirmed the success of all air interception operations early on Friday, with no injuries reported.
UAE air forces have announced early on Friday that they are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
The UAE’s State Security Apparatus (SSA) has dismantled a terrorist network funded and directed by Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Iran, arresting its members.
