Iran, UAE express deep concern over fatal Israeli, US raids against Gaza, Yemen

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Emirati counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a phone call on Friday expressed deep concern over the Israeli regime’s resumption of Tel Aviv’s genocidal war on the Gaza Strip and the United States' deadly pro-Israeli attacks against Yemen.

Victory against UAE will confirm Iran’s spot at 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN - Victory for Iran against the UAE in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to 26 on Thursday will almost surely confirm their spot at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Senior Emirati diplomat arrives in Tehran with Trump’s letter

TEHRAN – Anwar Gargash, the diplomatic advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates, was received by Iran’s foreign minister in Tehran on Wednesday, as he carried a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump. 

Sudan launches case against UAE 

Sudan has filed an application to open proceedings against the United Arab Emirates before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over alleged complicity in acts of genocide against the Masalit community, the court said on Thursday.

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Iran, UAE agree to boost economic cooperation after ‘fruitful’ talks

TEHRAN – A high-ranking Iranian diplomat, Majid Takht Ravanchi, described his discussions with officials in Abu Dhabi as productive, emphasizing that Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are committed to strengthening their economic ties.

Tehran committed to enhancing cooperation with UAE: deputy FM

TEHRAN – In a high-level diplomatic meeting held in Abu Dhabi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi emphasized Tehran’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) based on shared interests and regional stability.  

UAE president meets Rubio, rejects Trump's plan to displace Gazans

The United Arab Emirates president and ruler told visiting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday that it opposes the forced displacement of Palestinians, UAE's state media reported.

UAE rejects any attempt to displace Palestinians

The United Arab Emirates categorically rejects any attempt to displace the Palestinians and deny them "inalienable rights", the UAE foreign ministry said in a statement on Wednesday, Asharq Al Awsat reported.

Iran to send 4 warships to UAE, declares IRGC navy chief

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, announced that four warships from both the IRGC and the Iranian Army Navy will soon set sail for the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Araghchi travels to UAE after China talks

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Abdullah bin Zayed, the deputy prime minister and minister of foreign affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), during a brief visit to Dubai on Sunday.

Iran discover fate at 2025 AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup

TEHRAN - The stage is set for the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2025 following the draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

Iran, UAE call for end to Israeli aggression and protection of Syria’s sovereignty

TEHRAN – Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have urged the international community to safeguard Syria’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity while condemning ongoing Israeli aggression in the war-torn country.

Iran emphasizes sea tourism development amid baseless claims over its triple islands

TEHRAN - Iran’s deputy tourism minister, Ali-Asghar Shalbafian, alongside several experts and private investors, convened on Tuesday to discuss strategies for advancing marital tourism within the framework of the Seventh National Development Plan.

UAE sharply denounces Israeli airstrike on Iran

TEHRAN – The UAE has strongly condemned Israel’s military strikes on Iran, and expressed its deep concern over the continued escalation and its repercussions on security and stability in the region.

EU, UAE claims on Persian Gulf islands is baseless: Iranian official

TEHRAN- Iran’s Guardian Council spokesperson dismissed the European Union and the United Arab Emirates' assertions concerning Iran's three islands as unfounded.

Leader’s advisor tells UAE to ‘review historical records’ as dispute over Persian Gulf islands feste

TEHRAN – The chairman of Iran's Strategic Council of Foreign Relations has urged the United Arab Emirates to reconsider its current stance of antagonism towards Iran. 

Iran sees tourism surge amid 26% growth in Western Asia’s intl. arrivals

TEHRAN - Western Asian countries including Iran have experienced a remarkable 26% increase in international tourist arrivals during the first seven months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2019.

Return to status quo before October 7 is not a solution for Gaza, says UAE's Gargash

Returning to the status quo that existed before the events of October 7 is "not a solution to the situation in Gaza", said the UAE's Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to President Sheikh Mohamed, at the inaugural Hili Forum in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

Iranian, Omani FMs pledge to strengthen bilateral relations

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman have reaffirmed their countries' commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties, expressing readiness to collaborate closely on various regional and international issues.

Flydubai to launch direct flights to Kerman

TEHRAN – Flydubai, an Emirati government-owned low-cost airline, is set to launch direct flights to Kerman on September 9.

Will Africa-Persian Gulf proximity increase global tensions?

The major players of the Persian Gulf Arab states—Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which are member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council, or GCC—have been upping engagement with African countries in a drive to diversify their economies and build influence in the region, the Council on Foreign Policy said in a commentary.

Iranian handicrafts make their mark on intl. markets

TEHRAN — Iranian handicrafts continue to gain recognition in global markets, with exports to countries around the world, according to the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

Kerman-Dubai flights to take off from early September

TEHRAN - Starting in early September, Flydubai will introduce direct flights between Dubai and Kerman, significantly enhancing the Iranian province’s connectivity worldwide, a local official said.