Local News from Thursday, August 6th, 2026

UAE supports Bangladesh with urgent flood relief

The UAE Aid Agency has announced urgent humanitarian assistance for people affected by severe flooding in Bangladesh following heavy monsoon rains.
UAE joins 7 nations in condemning Israel's continued attacks in Gaza

The UAE has joined Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt in strongly condemning the ongoing Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip.
Abu Dhabi court adjourns hearing in Sudan’s illegal military transfer case

The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal has adjourned the hearing in the Sudan illegal military transfer case, involving 13 people and six companies, until August 12 to allow the defence to complete its pleadings.
UAE leaders hail Sheikh Zayed's leadership on 60th anniversary of accession

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hailed the leadership of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, on the 60th anniversary of his accession as Ruler of Abu Dhabi.

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UAE leaders highlight youth's role central to nation's future
Marking International Youth Day, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages emphasising the central role young people play in "achieving a future in which opportunity can grow for all".
UAE President meets Lulu founder Yusuff Ali during Abu Dhabi store visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Yusuff Ali, Chairman of LuLu Group International, during a store visit in Abu Dhabi, expressing his appreciation for the group's initiatives in serving the UAE community.
UAE issues special coins to mark contribution of youth in country's progress
On International Youth Day, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has unveiled silver commemorative coins in recognition of the pivotal role that young people play in shaping the country's future.