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Iran war suspends Easter church gatherings in Dubai, but Christians remain defiant against attacks

Due to safety concerns as Iran’s attacks continue, churches in Dubai suspended Easter in-person masses to avoid large gatherings. Catholic Christians in the UAE and the Gulf have embraced Easter’s message with hope and defiance amid the constant threat.

Euronews

Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions

Aid groups are warning that the war in the Middle East has upended their ability to get food and medicine to millions in need and that more people will suffer if the violence continues

The Independent UK

‘I was beaten and tortured’: how a British father and son made a fortune in Dubai then became wanted men

As the Middle East is drawn into war, expats and influencers are under pressure to only share the positive side of the UAE. In reality many are at risk of being put behind bars, and often find the UK government has little interest in helping them get out

The Guardian - UK

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Iranian missile blitz takes down AWS data centers in Bahrain and Dubai — Amazon reportedly declares “hard down” status for multiple zones

Internal company communications indicate that multiple zones at AWS Bahrain and Dubai are "hard down," with no timeline for service restoration.

Tom’s Hardware

Iran says strike hit close to its Bushehr nuclear facility as guard killed

Iran’s atomic agency says an airstrike has hit near its Bushehr nuclear facility, killing a security guard and damaging a support building

The Independent UK

Debris from aerial interception strikes building in Dubai's Marina

Debris from an aerial interception struck a building in Dubai Marina, authorities confirmed Saturday. No fire or injuries were reported following the incident, which occurred amid ongoing regional conflict. This follows earlier attacks in the UAE, including one at a gas facility and a fire on a Kuwaiti oil tanker.

The Times of India

Iran says it has struck Oracle data center in Dubai, Amazon data center in Bahrain — country has threatened to attack Nvidia, Intel, and others, too

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Thursday that it had hit a data center linked to Oracle in Dubai as part of its war against the U.S. and U.S. technology companies in the region.

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Iran Claims Oracle Strike in UAE as Dubai Attack Fears Escalate—Which Tech Giants Are on the Target List?

Iran claims Oracle strike in UAE as fears rise over attacks on major tech companies including Apple, Google, and Microsoft.

International Business Times UK

'Why we love this place!': Dubai government's gesture for Scottish expat stuns netizens online

Amid the ongoing regional tension in the Middle East, the government authorities have been working in all aspects to ensure that the residents are protected and safe. From public appearances to online assurance, ministries and officials have left no stone unturned to ensure that life in the UAE remains normal…

The Times of India

Dubai suspends church masses during holy week until further notice amid rising security concerns

Dubai's Catholic churches suspended all masses and parish activities starting April 3, 2026, due to heightened regional tensions and official safety directives. This unprecedented Holy Week closure urges worshippers to pray from home, with some services moving online while others are cancelled entirely, impacting major parishes like St. Mary's and…

The Times of India

Dubai announces 50% taxi fare cut, free parking - Check who is eligible for new RTA benefits

Dubai's RTA is offering 50% taxi fare discounts and parking fee exemptions to People of Determination and select vulnerable residents. This initiative, launched in April 2026, aims to reduce transport costs and enhance mobility access, reflecting the emirate's commitment to an inclusive and accessible transport system for all.

The Times of India

Families condemn UK ‘impotence’ over UAE ‘social media misuse’ detentions

Ministers accused of being too fearful of offending Emirates to help Britons detained for sharing images of war

The Guardian - UK

Indian Consulate in Dubai allows Class 12 students to get NRI certificates through one-time walk-in on April 4

The Indian Consulate General in Dubai issued advisory for Grade 12 students on Wednesday, offering them a one-time walk-in opportunity to obtain NRI certificates. The move is in response to the approaching college admissions in India, giving families and students a limited but welcomed window to get their paperwork in…

The Times of India

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed meets Emiratis at Dubai Hills Mall: Heart-warming viral video stuns viewers

UAE has been battling regional conflict ever since US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28th, 2026. As the war enters its 32nd day, the Emiratis continue to show strength and unity as the authorities take required steps to ensure the protection and safety of the citizens.

The Times of India

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Scottish crime boss Steven Lyons set to be deported to Spain days after arrest in Bali

Steven Lyons, 45, one of Scotland’s most notorious gangland figures, is set to be deported to Spain following his arrest at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport on Saturday.

International Business Times

Dubai International Airport Open on March 31, 2026: DXB Operating with Limited Flights

Dubai International Airport (DXB) remained open and operational on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, processing a reduced schedule of arrivals and departures amid ongoing regional security challenges and the aftermath of a drone-related incident that briefly halted flights the previous day.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port

The attack came hours after Trump threatened to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy plants and oil wells unless it opened the strait of Hormuz. Plus, Israel to give death penalty to Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks

Euronews

Iran launches missile and drone barrage on Dubai, Kuwaiti tanker hit

At least five explosions were reported in Dubai on Tuesday morning as residents fled to shelters, Euronews journalists reported. The UAE authorities said they were "actively engaging" with the threat.

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Evening Standard

Trump tells Britain 'go get your own oil’ and Hegseth mocks 'big, bad Royal Navy' in latest attacks on UK over Iran war

Donald Trump has blasted Britain for refusing to help in the ‘decapitation of Iran’ as rising oil and gas prices hit UK consumers

The Independent UK

Iran war briefing: Trump’s new threat to Tehran as Dubai oil tanker hit

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The Independent UK

US attacks Iranian nuclear site while Tehran hits oil tanker off the Dubai coast

A likely strike by the United States hit the central Iranian city of Isfahan, sending a massive fireball into the sky, and Tehran struck a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker in the Persian Gulf

The Guardian - UK

‘There’s no safe place here’: Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port

Dozens of other vessels leave area after drone strike causes fire onboard tanker owned by Kuwait’s state oil company

The Guardian - AU

Emirates says Iranian nationals are not allowed to enter or transit through UAE – as it happened

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The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump says conflict will end in ‘two to three weeks’ as drone sparks fire at Kuwait airport

Donald Trump said the US will be leaving the Middle East ‘very soon’

The Times of India

Iran strikes fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker at Dubai port; spill risk flagged

A Kuwaiti crude oil tanker anchored off Dubai was targeted in a direct Iranian attack, igniting a fire and damaging its hull. This incident, involving drone strikes, follows a pattern of attacks on commercial shipping in the Gulf. Dubai authorities are managing the blaze, with all 24 crew members reported…

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