UAE, US Officials Discuss Efforts to Consolidate Gaza Ceasefire

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, during their visit to the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday (WAM)
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, during their visit to the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday (WAM)
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UAE, US Officials Discuss Efforts to Consolidate Gaza Ceasefire

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, during their visit to the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday (WAM)
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, during their visit to the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday (WAM)

The United Arab Emirates’ national security adviser, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Wednesday discussed with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner developments related to the ceasefire in Gaza and efforts to consolidate it, Emirates News Agency, WAM, reported.

The meeting in Abu Dhabi comes after a visit by the two US officials to Israel.

WAM said the talks tackled efforts being made by the US to ensure the consolidation of the agreement reached within the framework of US President Donald Trump’s plan.

The Emirati national security adviser commended Trump’s efforts to end the war in Gaza and his commitment to promoting peace and stability in the Middle East, appreciating the significant roles played by Witkoff and Kushner.

The meeting also explored ways to enhance stability in the region and stressed the need to end the ongoing escalation, in order to strengthen opportunities for prosperity and sustainable development in the Middle East.



Saudi FM Discusses Regional Developments with His Canadian, French Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi FM Discusses Regional Developments with His Canadian, French Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Thursday with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic Jean-Noël Barrot on the sidelines of his participation in the Group of Seven (G7) ministerial meeting held France.

During the meeting, they reviewed relations between the two countries, along with ways to strengthen and develop them.

They also discussed the latest developments in the region and ongoing efforts in this regard.

According to SPA, the Saudi minister also met with Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand.

During their meeting they reviewed cooperation between the two countries in various fields, in addition to discussing the latest developments and issues of common interest.


2 Dead, 3 Wounded as Missile Intercepted in Abu Dhabi

People walk along the corniche area in Abu Dhabi on March 20, 2026. (Photo by Ryan Lim / AFP)
People walk along the corniche area in Abu Dhabi on March 20, 2026. (Photo by Ryan Lim / AFP)
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2 Dead, 3 Wounded as Missile Intercepted in Abu Dhabi

People walk along the corniche area in Abu Dhabi on March 20, 2026. (Photo by Ryan Lim / AFP)
People walk along the corniche area in Abu Dhabi on March 20, 2026. (Photo by Ryan Lim / AFP)

Two people were killed and three were wounded by falling debris after air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, the government media office said on Thursday.

"The incident resulted in the deaths of two unidentified individuals, three injuries, and damage to a number of cars," the Abu Dhabi Media Office said in a post on X.


Crown Prince, UK PM Address Global Economic Crisis; Starmer Condemns Iran’s Attacks on Saudi Arabia

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet in Riyadh in December 2024. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet in Riyadh in December 2024. (SPA)
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Crown Prince, UK PM Address Global Economic Crisis; Starmer Condemns Iran’s Attacks on Saudi Arabia

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet in Riyadh in December 2024. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet in Riyadh in December 2024. (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received a phone call on Wednesday from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who condemned Iran’s continued assaults against Saudi Arabia.

Starmer expressed his country’s strong condemnation of Iran’s attacks highlighting their threat to security and stability, during the phone call with the Crown Prince.

The two leaders discussed regional security amid the ongoing military escalation, its impact on regional and global stability, and the associated risks to international maritime security and the global economy.