Virgin Radio Dubai

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said he remains "confident that our region will overcome its current challenges", while extending Eid Al Fitr wishes to the UAE community and Muslims around the world. 

The head of cybersecurity for the UAE government has visited Abu Dhabi Police and a number of cyber operations centres on the first day of Eid Al Fitr.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have arrested 109 people for filming and sharing "inaccurate" videos on social media during recent regional developments in a bid to spread misinformation and cause public fear.

UAE air defences have intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 26 drones launched from Iran on Friday, an update from the Ministry of Defence confirmed.

Two new marine bridges connecting Al Reem Island to the Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway (E12) have opened in Abu Dhabi, in a move aimed at easing congestion and cutting travel times.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hakan Fidan, have underscored the need for de-escalation in the region during talks in Abu Dhabi.