The UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed that an oil spill from a tanker is the reason for the foul smell that residents across Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain have been reporting, adding that there is no health risk associated with it.
Dubai Municipality says it is fully prepared for anticipated rainfall, with emergency teams and specialised equipment on standby to manage water accumulation and ensure essential public services continue without disruption.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, on Thursday held talks with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens.