Local News from Thursday, April 9th, 2026

Dubai Police, in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Interior, have played a key role in dismantling one of Scotland’s most violent criminal organisations, known as the Lyons Clan.

Dubai’s leading public parking operator, Parkin, has launched an initiative aimed at supporting neighbourhood businesses while making parking more rewarding for drivers.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed the implications of Iran conflict on regional and international security and stability with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The UAE has delivered 100 tonnes of urgent relief aid to the people of Gaza under the 'Humaid Air Bridge'.

The UAE has strongly condemned the Israeli attacks on Lebanon, expressing concern over its repercussions on regional security and stability.

The UAE said its air defence systems have not detected any incoming missiles or drones from Iran over the last 24 hours as the two-week ceasefire takes effect.

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, the UAE’s Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology and ADNOC's Managing Director & Group CEO, has called for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with "no strings attached".

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has urged the public to raise the UAE flag in a show of loyalty to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The UAE is expected to see rainfall across scattered areas from Thursday, April 9, through Monday, April 13, according to weather authorities.