Defence & Security UAE

UAE intercepts six hostile UAVs in 48 hours, says Defence Ministry

News Editor 21/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Defence announced that the country’s air defence systems successfully intercepted and destroyed six hostile unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) over the past 48 hours after they attempted to target civilian and strategic locations across the country. According

Defence & Security UAE

IAEA warns Barakah attack poses nuclear safety risk, praises UAE cooperation

News Editor 20/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has praised the UAE authorities for their close cooperation and transparent sharing of technical information following recent developments involving the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, while warning that attacks on nuclear facilities pose serious risks to global nuclear safety and security. Speaking before the

Defence & Security UAE

UAE Activates Air Defences Amid Missile, Drone Threats

News Editor 08/05/2026

The UAE activated its air defence systems early Friday after detecting missile and drone threats, prompting emergency alerts and nationwide safety advisories from authorities. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that interception operations were carried out across different parts of the country, explaining that sounds heard by residents were linked to defensive measures

Defence & Security UAE

UAE air defenses intercept fresh Iranian strike; 13 dead, 227 wounded since war began

Miguel Hadchity 05/05/2026

Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — The United Arab Emirates came under renewed Iranian attack on Monday, as its air defense systems intercepted 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles, and four drones in a single day, leaving three people with moderate injuries. The strike is the latest in a sustained Iranian offensive that has drawn fierce […]

Defence & Security UAE

UAE issues nationwide alerts as air defence systems respond to missile threat

News Editor 08/04/2026

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has confirmed that the country’s air defence systems are actively responding to a missile and drone threat, prompting immediate safety measures and nationwide alerts. Authorities issued emergency notifications across the UAE, urging residents to remain calm but vigilant as the situation unfolds. People

Bahrain Defence & Security

Bahrain intercepts 665 missiles and drones amid escalating regional tensions

News Editor 07/04/2026

Bahrain Defence Force has successfully intercepted and destroyed a total of 665 aerial threats, including 188 ballistic missiles and 477 drones, since the beginning of Iranian attacks targeting the kingdom. According to a statement reported by Bahrain News Agency, the country’s air defence systems have been operating at high readiness to counter repeated strikes aimed […]

Defence & Security UAE

Abu Dhabi boosts emergency readiness with public awareness campaign

News Editor 27/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its emergency preparedness framework through a renewed public awareness drive led by the Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre (ADCMC). Established under Law No. 22 of 2019, ADCMC plays a key role in strengthening the emirate’s ability to respond to emergencies and crises. The […]

Defence & Security GCC News

Gulf states, Jordan condemn Iran over ‘blatant attacks’ and regional escalation

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan have jointly issued a strong condemnation of what they described as “blatant” Iranian attacks, calling them a clear violation of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and international law. In a unified statement, the six nations said the actions — whether carried out […]

Defence & Security UAE

Emergency Numbers in UAE Everyone Should Save

Seif Kamel 17/03/2026

Important numbers to know in the UAE   Living in the United Arab Emirates means that you need to know all the important emergency numbers of the country. These numbers are of the same importance for residents and visitors. These numbers are vital to call in case of any emergency that requires support and help. Police […]

Defence & Security UAE

UAE Confirms Safety After Intercepting Iranian Missiles and Drones, Residents Receive Mobile Alert

News Editor 12/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Residents across the United Arab Emirates received a mobile notification from the UAE Ministry of Defence confirming that the situation in the country is safe after earlier alerts about potential missile and drone threats. The nationwide alert thanked residents for their cooperation and assured the public that daily activities could […]

Defence & Security

Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Management Centre, Rabdan Academy sign MoU to boost national safety capabilities

News Editor 25/02/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Management Centre has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rabdan Academy, reinforcing efforts to enhance the emirate’s national capabilities in hazardous materials management and emergency preparedness. The Centre, which oversees and regulates the handling of hazardous materials across Abu Dhabi,

Defence & Security UAE

Sharjah hosts 44th Police Shooting Championship

News Editor 20/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM SHARJAH The 44th Police Shooting Championship has officially begun in Sharjah, bringing together law enforcement marksmen from across the UAE and abroad. Organised by the Police Sports Association under the Ministry of Interior, the competition will run until January 29. The championship is being hosted by Sharjah Police at the shooting ranges […]

Defence & Security News UAE

Dubai Police to Conduct Emergency Preparedness Drill at Global Village

Mariam Khawer 21/10/2025

Photo : Dubai Police Dubai Police, in coordination with its strategic partners, will conduct a mock emergency drill at Global Village on Tuesday, October 21 at 2 PM, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and operational readiness. The exercise aims to test emergency response procedures and strengthen coordination among various security and […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Sikorsky to modernise the US Army’s Black Hawk helicopters for $43 million

Arnold Pinto 31/08/2025

Involving airframe upgrades Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky division has been awarded a $43 million contract by the US Army to begin work on a major modernisation programme for the Black Hawk helicopter, a key asset in global military operations, including across the Middle East and Africa. The initial phase of the contract focuses on airframe upgrades […]

Defence & Security Design

US-made Seaglider vessels aim to counter China’s maritime expansion

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2025

Regent Craft unveils defence line Regent Craft, a US-based aerospace firm, has launched a military-focused division called Regent Defense to manufacture high-speed, low-signature maritime vessels aimed at strengthening American defence operations in the Indo-Pacific region. The announcement was made at the Reindustrialize Summit in Detroit. The company’s Seaglider vessels,

Defence & Security Space

Secretive American spacecraft set to launch new test mission today

Arnold Pinto 21/08/2025

As military space tech interest surges The United States Space Force is set to launch the eighth mission of its experimental X-37B spacecraft on August 21, 2025. The classified test vehicle will lift off aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, under mission designation USSF-36. The uncrewed spacecraft will carry […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin to upgrade Poland’s F-16 fighter jets

Arnold Pinto 19/08/2025

As Nato expands defence capabilities Poland has signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance with the United States to modernise its fleet of 48 F-16 Block 52+ fighter jets to the F-16V configuration. The deal is part of Warsaw’s broader efforts to boost its military capabilities amid heightened security concerns in Europe following Russia’s unprovoked […]

Defence & Security

800 National Guard troops deployed in Washington, DC

Arnold Pinto 15/08/2025

Trump declares crime emergency US President Donald Trump has declared a public safety emergency in the US capital, deploying 800 National Guard troops to support law enforcement efforts amid rising violent crime and concerns over public order. The mobilisation, which began on August 11, 2025, follows a series of high-profile violent incidents in the US […]

Defence & Security Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia deepens ties with Interpol as it prepares to host MENA Regional Bureau

Arnold Pinto 11/08/2025

As global cost of cybercrime rises Saudi Arabia is expanding its role in international policing, following a high-level visit by its Minister of Interior, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, to Interpol’s headquarters in Lyon, France. The visit marks a significant step in the Arabian Gulf state’s preparations to host Interpol’s Regional Bureau […]

Defence & Security

Global airmail security tightens as ICAO and UPU sign new agreement

Arnold Pinto 11/08/2025

Amid rising threats The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the Universal Postal Union (UPU) have signed a new agreement to boost the security of international airmail, amid growing concerns over cargo safety and the rise in global e-commerce volumes. The joint commitment, announced in a formal statement, aims to strengthen operational standards by