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RIYADH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Saudi Ministry of Energy announced today the success of operational and technical efforts in restoring the full pumping capacity through the East–West pipeline, amounting to approximately seven million barrels per day (mbpd), and recovering the affected volumes from the Manifa field production of around 300,000 barrels per day, all within a short period of time. The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that further to the statement issued by the Ministry of Energy on April 9, 2026, regarding the impact on certain facilities of the Kingdom’s energy sector due to the attacks, including the…

ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has announced the launch of an innovative strategic project to implement microgrid systems, marking a significant step forward in reinforcing the UAE’s approach to building a smart, resilient, and adaptive energy ecosystem. The initiative is designed to strengthen energy security, sustainability, and efficiency, while supporting the objectives of the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision in developing advanced, future-ready infrastructure. The project is the first of its kind across the UAE and was first developed and implemented in 2025 at the Ministry headquarters in Sharjah, as part…

AL ARISH, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Floating Hospital at Al Arish Port in the Arab Republic of Egypt has received five new patients from the Gaza Strip to undergo necessary medical care and treatment, as part of the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian and medical efforts under ”Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” to support the Palestinian people and alleviate their suffering. With the arrival of the new patients, the total number of cases received by the UAE Floating Hospital has risen to 66. Medical and nursing teams immediately began conducting the required examinations and assessments upon their arrival, in preparation…

Question: I work in a mainland company in Dubai and have a UAE Golden Visa. My mother is unwell back home in India and needs long-term care. Is there a provision in the UAE Labour Law that I get to retain my job but work from India? How does that work? What are my options? Answer: Pursuant to your queries, the provisions of the Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 Regarding the Regulation of Employment Relations (the “UAE Employment Law”) and cabinet resolution are applicable. An employee may work remotely, fully or partially, provided it is agreed between the employer…

FUJAIRAH, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — Round 3 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (No-Gi) got underway today at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, with strong attendance and close competition between top clubs and academies. Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club finished top of the medal standings on the opening day, followed by Palms Sports – Team 777 in second place and ADMA in third. Matches in the Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 categories were closely contested, with many wins decided by small margins. The pace of competition was fast, highlighting the importance of quick reactions and accurate execution, especially…

Parents of children under the age of six will now be able to have trained teachers at their residences as part of a new concept rolled out in Dubai which will bring nurseries and early care centers home. Launched by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), the initiative will give youngsters the opportunity to learn at home during emergency situations or any other such development which mandates online learning. Here is everything you need to know about the initiative:  What is the new service? KHDA has introduced two new plans: CLHL Hubs: A small nursery-style group operating in an approved…

A 36-year-old Arab man has been jailed and ordered deported after a court convicted him of forging documents in a failed attempt to ship a rented vehicle outside the country. The Sharjah court sentenced the man, identified as M.A., to six months in jail and fined him Dh5,000 after finding that he had tampered with vehicle documents and arranged to transport the car to a Dubai port in preparation for export. The case came to light after a car rental office reported the vehicle missing when the accused failed to return it on time and became uncontactable, raising suspicions of…

Up to 75 per cent of pregnant women experience pelvic and lower back pain, yet most suffer in silence — a reality an Abu Dhabi-based pain specialist is now working to change through a pioneering care model. Dr Rafael Blanco, head of the Pain Department at Corniche Hospital, said pregnancy-related pain remains one of the most overlooked issues in women’s health, often dismissed as a normal part of the journey. “Pregnancy pain should not be normal,” he noted. A common but overlooked issue According to Blanco, most women experience some level of pain during pregnancy, particularly in the lower back…

ABU DHABI, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast partly cloudy to cloudy conditions for tomorrow, with a chance of rainfall across various parts of the country. The NCM noted that convective clouds are expected to form, accompanied by a drop in temperatures. Light to moderate winds are anticipated, which may freshen or become strong at times, causing blowing dust and sand that could reduce horizontal visibility. Sea conditions will be moderate in the Arabian Gulf, becoming rough at times during cloud activity, while the Oman Sea will remain light to moderate. Source: Emirates…

ABU DHABI, 11th April, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has announced the success of new mediation efforts between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, resulting in the release of 350 captives – 175 from each side – bringing the total number of captives exchanged between the two countries through UAE-mediated efforts to 6,305. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its appreciation to both countries for their cooperation with the UAE mediation endeavors, reflecting their recognition of initiatives aimed at resolving the crisis between the two nations. The Ministry noted that the UAE has successfully facilitated…