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UAE, Lebanese Presidents reiterate commitment to boosting ties
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Arab Parliament condemns Israel’s approval of 22 settlements in West Bank
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Dubai's RTA announces major Umm Suqeim Street upgrade
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Petrol unchanged, diesel price drops in June
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Dubai Police dismantles begging ring, arrests 41 people
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UAE secures presidency of UN-Habitat General Assembly
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UAE Pavilion welcomes one-millionth visitor at Expo 2025 Osaka
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UAE Ambassador approves of Emirati camps ahead of 2025 Hajj pilgrimage
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Seven arrested in Ras Al Khaimah for spreading 'rumours'
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RTA to open new entry and exit points in Al Warqa
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UAE introduces regulations on social media advertising under new system
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Dubai Fitness Challenge to return in November
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UAE strengthens economic ties with Lebanon through delegation visit
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed honours Shabab Al Ahli team
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Khalifa Award for Education honours 18th cycle winners
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UAE ship carrying desalination plants arrives in Cyprus
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attends 34th Joint Command and Staff Course graduation ceremony
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UAE, Lebanese Presidents reiterate commitment to boosting ties
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