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UAE spends billions on home-grown arms at defence fair

Dubai (AFP) - The United Arab Emirates splashed out billions on arms from home-grown firms at a defence fair in Abu Dhabi this week, underlining a shift away from Western suppliers.

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UAE Signs $599 Mln in Defense Contracts

The United Arab Emirates signed defense deals worth 2.2 billion dirhams ($599.00 million) on Friday, the fifth day of the International Defense Exhibition (IDEX) military expo in Abu Dhabi, state news agency WAM said. UAE contracts with local companies were worth 1.6 billion dirhams, while contracts with international firms totaled…

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Unit 3 of Abu Dhabi’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant Begins Commercial Operations

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) announced on Friday its operating and maintenance subsidiary Nawah Energy Company (Nawah), has started commercial operations of Unit 3 of Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the Al Dhafra region of Abu Dhabi, reported the United Arab Emirates state news agency (WAM).

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Love Island’s Kaz Crossley speaks out for first time after Dubai arrest: ‘I definitely didn’t love myself’

The ‘Love Island’ star was detained in Abu Dhabi earlier this month after a video was leaked of her at a party

The Independent UK

Kaz Crossley speaks out after UAE arrest: ‘I’ve made a lot of mistakes’

The Love Island star was detained at Abu Dhabi airport earlier this month

Evening Standard

Abu Dhabi state gas firm looks to raise $2B in IPO

Abu Dhabi’s state gas company expects to raise up to $2 billion by selling 4% of its shares in an initial public offering

The Independent UK

Sam Faiers slammed for moaning about free holiday as struggling fans say 'read the room'

Sam Faiers was lucky enough to enjoy a paid partnership with an Abu Dhabi tourist board recently, but that didn't stop the TOWIE star having a little moan online as she shared her promotional snaps on Instagram

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Man City financial investigation raises old questions and prospect of Champions League ban

The Premier League investigation into City’s alleged financial breaches has spotlighted fresh questions arising from Uefa’s previous case against the club

The Independent UK

Grundberg Seeks Regional Support for Permanent Settlement in Yemen

United Nations envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg held talks in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday with Diplomatic Adviser to the United Arab Emirates President Dr. Anwar Gargash. They tackled the latest developments in the Yemeni crisis and efforts to reach a ceasefire to pave the way for a sustainable political solution…

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Sam Faiers mortified on Abu Dhabi flight as partner disturbs passengers by shouting

Former TOWIE star Sam Faiers recently enjoyed a family holiday, but she has since explained that she found the flight to and from Abu Dhabi incredibly stressful

Daily Mirror

Egyptian Financial Market Officials Meet with 20 Investment Firms in Saudi Arabia, UAE

An Egyptian delegation including senior executives from the Financial Regulatory Authority, Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and Egyptian Exchange (EGX), have met with 20 investment institutions with large solvencies in Riyadh, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. The delegation is spearheading a Gulf tour aimed at attracting new investments after the Egyptian…

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Sanction-hit Russia displays combat-tested arms at UAE fair

Abu Dhabi (AFP) - Russia showed up in force Monday at an arms fair in the United Arab Emirates, displaying combat-tested weapons up for export, including rifles and air defence systems.

AFP

UAE, Israel unveil joint naval vessel as military ties grow

Abu Dhabi (AFP) - The United Arab Emirates and Israel on Monday revealed their first jointly created unmanned vessel, illustrating their growing military ties as maritime threats rise in the Gulf region.

AFP

Russia sells weapons at Abu Dhabi arms fair amid Ukraine war

Russia is offering weapons for sale ranging from Kalashnikov assault rifles to missile systems despite facing sanctions from the West over its war on Ukraine

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Saudi Ministry of Interior Takes Part in IDEX 2023 in Abu Dhabi

The Saudi Ministry of Interior is participating in International Defense Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2023 that opened in Abu Dhabi on Monday. The exhibition concludes on February 24. The Saudi pavilion is showcasing major national institutions and companies specialized in the field of military, defense and security industries. The Ministry…

Daily Mirror

Kaz Crossley seen for the first time since drug arrest as she returns to work

Love Island star Kaz Crossley beamed as she posed with the group in a black sports bra and leggings following the Muay Thai session – which she’s previously described as being her 'therapy'

Zenger

At OurCrowd Summit In Jerusalem, An Explosion Of Innovation

An expo of innovation that ranged from green hydrogen to digital avatars to 3D shopping that is the making of virtual reality.

Irish Mirror

Love Island's Kaz breaks silence on 'terrifying' Dubai prison after drugs arrest

Love Island's Kaz Crossley was arrested at Abu Dhabi airport while in transit for a flight to Thailand but has now told pals she was locked up with up to 30 other women

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Motorsport

How "demanding" Alonso has started life with Aston Martin F1

Fernando Alonso may be starting the latest - and potentially final - chapter of his Formula 1 career with Aston Martin, but there’s no sign of him changing approach.

Autosport

How ‘demanding’ Alonso has started life with Aston Martin

Fernando Alonso may be starting the latest - and potentially final - chapter of his Formula 1 career with Aston Martin, but there’s no sign of him changing approach.

The Independent UK

Love Island star Kaz Crossley ‘freed’ from Dubai jail after being detained

Social media influencer was travelling through Abu Dhabi airport when she was arrested

The Independent UK

Love Island star Kaz Crossley ‘freed’ from Dubai jail after being arrested

Social media influencer was travelling through Abu Dhabi airport when she was arrested

The Independent UK

Abu Dhabi state gas company to sell 4% of shares in IPO

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s gas processing firm plans to sell 4% of its shares to local investors in the latest initial public offering to be made by a state-run energy company in the Middle East

AFP

Bencic saves three match points to clinch Abu Dhabi title

Abu Dhabi (AFP) - Olympic champion Belinda Bencic saved three match points to defeat Liudmila Samsonova in the Abu Dhabi final on Sunday for the eighth title of her career.

AFP

Bencic reaches second final of year in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi (AFP) - Belinda Bencic reached her second final of the year on Saturday with a straight-sets win over Beatriz Haddad Maia of Brazil.

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