Commuters are asking the Roads and Transport Authority to provide Salik-free hours on Sheikh Zayed Road. A “chat with RTA” hour was hosted on Twitter, where many UAE commuters voiced their concern over the toll prices. Some enquired about the possibility for Salik charges to be exempt during off-peak hours on Sheikh Zayed Road. A similar policy is currently applied on Al Maktoum Bridge, where there are no costs between 10 pm and 6 am from Saturday to Thursday, and until 9 am on Friday.
UAE condemns Israeli settler attacks in occupied West Bank
The UAE has strongly condemned attacks by Israeli settlers on villages in the occupied West Bank, calling on the Israeli government to hold those responsible accountable.
UAE expresses solidarity with France over wildfires
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with France as devastating wildfires continue to sweep across the country's southwest, forcing the evacuation of around 220,000 people and threatening the outskirts of Bordeaux.
UAE offers condolences to Syria after deadly bus crash
The UAE has expressed its condolences to Syria following the fatal bus crash on the Damascus–Deir ez-Zor highway.
UAE President, UK Prime Minister discuss bilateral relations
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held his first talks with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham since his appointment, with the two leaders reaffirming their commitment to strengthening relations between the UAE and the United Kingdom.
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