Local News from Sunday, March 22nd, 2026

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have responded to an incident involving falling debris in the Al Shawamekh area, following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems.

Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić during his working visit to the UAE.

Authorities in Dubai have issued safety guidelines as unstable weather is forecast across the emirate from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27.

Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 marked Eid Al Fitr at the UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish with Palestinian patients and their families from Gaza, as part of ongoing humanitarian efforts in the region.

The UAE’s Higher Committee for Internal Security reviewed national preparedness levels amid ongoing challenges, including weather conditions, in a virtual meeting on Sunday.

The UAE’s Minister of Economy and Tourism, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, said on Sunday the country’s food supply remains secure, supported by global trade links and a strong logistics infrastructure.

The "One Nation. One People" community initiative aimed at promoting unity among citizens and residents has been launched by the Design Commission Abu Dhabi.

The UAE Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed air defences on Sunday intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 25 UAVs launched from Iran.

UAE's Ministry of Defence (MoD) said it was responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Sunday afternoon.

The UAE, on Sunday, expressed its solidarity and deepest condolences to Qatar and Türkiye following the deaths of seven people in a helicopter crash in Qatari territorial waters.

Dubai Police has launched an initiative to tackle fraud and raise public awareness, working with more than 40 government, semi-government and private sector organisations.

The Road and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced it will implement Phase I of its 'Dubai Walk' Pedestrian Master Plan project in the historic area of Al Ras.

The United Arab Emirates air defences were responding to missile and drone threats on Sunday morning, according to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA).