Skip next section Iranian media warns UAE against 'misstep' May 4, 2026 Iranian media warns UAE against 'misstep' Iranian state-affiliated media has warned that the United Arab Emirates and "all of its interests" could become a target if Emirati authorities "make a misstep."
President Vladimir Putin on Monday declared a two-day ceasefire in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, to come into effect on May 8 and May 9, marking the anniversary of Nazi Germany's capitulation and the end of World War II in Europe in 1945.
Dubai has built a reputation as an oasis of stability in the volatile Middle East region. The United Arab Emirates' second-richest emirate positioned itself as a secure financial hub where high-net-worth individuals could park capital, run businesses and plan for the long term with confidence.
Communities in Nigeria's northeast, particularly in Borno state, are grappling with a difficult question: Can those who once took up arms against them truly return — and be accepted? Nigerian officials hope to reintegrate more than 700 former Boko Haram fighters into civilian life under its deradicalization program, Operation Safe Corridor.
Saudi Arabia's enormous investment in everything from football to snowboarding has been one of sport's major themes in the last decade.
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A bulk cargo ship sits at anchor in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Saturday, May 2, 2026. Amirhosein Khorgooi/AP/ISNA hide caption toggle caption Amirhosein Khorgooi/AP/ISNA DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Iran war risked reigniting after the U.S.
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Skip next section What you need to know What you need to know The European Political Community (EPC) is meeting in Armenia for high-level talks on global conflicts, energy security, and strengthening democracy. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has said that Europe must step up in terms of defense.
Skip next section What you need to know What you need to know Friedrich Merz insists ties with the US remain strong despite tensions Donald Trump threatens troop cuts and ramps up criticism of Germany Germany plans to keep border controls despite falling asylum applications Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt defends deportations of offenders to Afghanistan Here
Midfielder Alexia Putellas scored a brace to lead Barcelona to a 4-2 win over Bayern Munich in the second leg of their Women's Champions League semifinal tie on Sunday. It completed a 5-3 aggregate victory to set up a final against OL Lyonnes.
Skip next section UAE accuses Iran of drone attack on empty oil tanker May 4, 2026 UAE accuses Iran of drone attack on empty oil tanker The United Arab Emirates has accused Iran of using drones to attack an empty oil tanker as it attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.