Local News from Friday, May 1st, 2026
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UAE backs IMO move urging Iran to halt actions endangering Arabian Gulf waters
The UAE has welcomed a new resolution adopted by the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee during its 84th session.
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UAE calls for immediate, unconditional reopening of Strait of Hormuz
At the United Nations Security Council, the UAE has called for the immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, urging that Iran be held fully accountable for obstructing international navigation.
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Abu Dhabi tests autonomous patrol boats to boost maritime safety
Abu Dhabi is stepping up its smart mobility ambitions with new trials of an autonomous patrol boat designed to support monitoring operations across waterways.
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WATCH: Driver caught in Dubai for running red light without number plate
Dubai Police have summoned a driver for running a red light and trying to evade the authorities by removing the number plate of his Nissan Patrol.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed hails first batch to secure government scholarships
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has praised the efforts of the first batch of Emirati government officials to secure scholarships to study at the world's top universities.
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Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed meets citizens and officials in Al Ain
Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has met with a number of sheikhs, officials and citizens at Al Maqam Palace in Al Ain.
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UAE condemns Iranian attack on Adnoc tanker in Strait of HormuzThe UAE has strongly condemned an Iranian attack on a national carrier affiliated with ADNOC while transiting Strait of Hormuz.
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Dubai to host World Police Summit in NovemberThe World Police Summit will return to Dubai in November bringing together law enforcement and security experts from around the world.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan unveils plan to adopt agentic AI in Dubai's private sectorHis Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has unveiled a two-year plan to equip Dubai's private sector with agentic AI.
