UAE News from Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Tuesday from Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, during which he welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel.

Dubai continues to shine as a global tourism hotspot, welcoming 8.68 million international visitors between January and May 2025 — a 7 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.

The Dubai Citizenship and Residency Prosecution has secured convictions and fines totalling over AED 25 million against 21 individuals involved in a major visa fraud case.

The UAE has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, expressing hope that this breakthrough will pave the way for de-escalation and a more stable regional environment.

Etihad Airways has announced further disruptions to its services following heightened regional tensions after Iran’s attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.