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UAE defence minister Sheikh Hamdan leads delegation to Uzbekistan

Dubai Crown Prince and federal defence minister Sheikh Hamdan witnessed the signing of several agreements during his two-day trip to Tashkent.

Issue 1192 - 02 October 2024

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Iran comes closer to all-out war with Israel, as deterrence breaks down

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Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon injured in pager explosions

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Prince Khalid Bin Salman’s Washington home sold

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Doha and Abu Dhabi secure easier entry to US for their citizens

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Diplomatic brief

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UAE: MBZ secures pledges around defence and AI in White House visit

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The cost of involvement in Sudan’s civil war rises for the UAE

Riyadh tries to catch up with Abu Dhabi in the race for regional AI crown

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The cost of involvement in Sudan’s civil war rises for the UAE

The consequences of the UAE’s involvement in Sudan’s civil war – where Abu Dhabi has been identified as a key supporter of Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti)’s Rapid Support Forces militia – appears to be increasing, with four of its servicemen alleged to have been killed in South Darfur and the Emirati ambassador’s residence in Khartoum coming under attack.

Issue 1192 - 02 October 2024

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