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The UAE air defence systems intercepted 10 ballistic missiles and 26 drones on Thursday, according to figures released by the Ministry of Defence.

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has decided to allow residents currently outside the UAE whose residency permits have expired to return to the country, as prevailing circumstances in the region have prevented their return due to airspace closures.

His Highness President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolence to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman over the passing of H.H. Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers.

The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that targeted several truck drivers in the Kayes region in western Mali, which resulted in the deaths of a number of people.

The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has confirmed the continuity of all vital transport services across Abu Dhabi, without any impact on operations, in line with approved operational and business continuity plans.

Authorities in Dubai on Thursday said it is responding to an incident on Sheikh Zayed Road after debris from an intercepted drone fell on the facade of a building.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the Iranian men's national football team was welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup but that he believed it was not appropriate that they be there "for their own life and safety."

Italy are no longer content with being Six Nations underdogs and reflecting on their landmark win over England last weekend, wing Louis Lynagh believes they can soon win the championship.

Defending champion Jack Draper has claimed one of the biggest wins of his career by beating Djokovic in a deciding-set tie-break after two hours and 35 minutes at the Indian Wells.

Top names in Hollywood will gather on Sunday to hand out the annual Academy Awards at a red-carpet ceremony brimming with an unusual amount of drama in the major races.

Oscar winner Cillian Murphy has returned to the gritty world of "Peaky Blinders" with a new film set during World War II.

The UAE National Orchestra has released a special musical tribute, titled 'Men, by God, Truly Men', featuring the poem 'Rijal Wallah Rijal' written by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, honouring those who dedicate themselves to protecting the nation.