Chinese visitors account for largest number of tourists in Russia last year
China ranked first in the number of tourists visiting Russia last year. Overall, inbound tourism increased by 15%.
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UAE authorities demand unblocking of Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates is preparing to provide military assistance to the United States in opening the Strait of Hormuz, which would make the country the first Gulf state combatant in the war against Iran, The Wall Street Journal reported citing sources.
Emirates Airlines bans Iranian citizens from entering UAE - report
Iranian citizens are banned from entering the United Arab Emirates or making connections there, the largest UAE airline, Emirates, announced to passengers.
March 2026 in Moscow: Eid al-Fitr festival, March 8, primroses, and Dubai
The first month of spring has come to a close - marked by March 8, blooming primroses, the Eid al-Fitr festival, springtime at Zaryadye, fog over Moscow, and the beaches and sea of Dubai. We share with you the most striking images of March 2026.
Russian and UAE leaders discuss Middle East events
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on March 31 to discuss the military and political situation in the Middle East.
Persian Gulf states are Russia's friends - Kremlin
Russia sees Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations as good friends and would like to boost cooperation with them, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Aluminum smelter in UAE severely damaged by Iranian strikes
EGA's aluminum smelter in Abu Dhabi suffered significant damage after the industrial zone where it is located was hit by Iranian strikes
Hotels in Middle East may be targeted by Iran - media
Iran has issued a warning regarding potential attacks on hotels located in the Persian Gulf. This alert specifically targets hotels accommodating US military personnel, according to Fars news agency.
UAE to join operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz - media
UAE authorities have informed their allies of their intention to join the operation to ensure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. However, there is no talk of entering a war with Iran.
Iran decides to change policy toward UAE - media
A source has indicated that Iran plans to significantly change its strategy regarding relations with the UAE. According to the source, the Islamic Republic is disappointed with the UAE's involvement in its confrontation with the US and Israel.
Türkiye asks Gulf countries not to join war against Iran - media
Turkish representatives have asked the Persian Gulf countries to refrain from participating in the military conflict with Iran. Ankara is calling on them to exercise restraint in this matter.
Armenia ratifies EAEU-UAE Economic Partnership Agreement
The Armenian Parliament has approved the ratification of the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EAEU and the UAE, with ninety-four members voting in favor of the document's adoption.
UAE and Saudi Arabia may join war against Iran?
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates may join the United States in hostilities against Iran, as Tehran has attacked their territory, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing sources.
Azerbaijan and UAE scale back mutual investments in 2025
In 2025, Baku and Abu Dhabi reduced their investments in each other's economies compared to 2024. Together, the two countries invested slightly more than $700 million in each other's economies in the previous year.
UAE, 21 other countries call on Iran to unblock the Strait of Hormuz
The UAE has organized a multilateral diplomatic appeal to the Islamic Republic of Iran
Tehran seeks compensation from UAE over US strikes
Iran seeks compensation from the United Arab Emirates, accusing it of enabling U.S. attacks against Iranian territory, Iran’s permanent representative to the United Nations Amir-Saeid Iravani wrote in a letter to UN …
Riyadh meeting participants urge Iran to stop attacks on Persian Gulf states
The foreign ministers of the 12 Arab and Islamic countries, who met in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh, described Iran’s strikes on Arab countries of the Persian Gulf as unjustified, and urged it to stop attacks in a joint communique.
Rules for vessels passing through Strait of Hormuz to be revised after war - MFA
Iran intends to develop new rules for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz after the end of the war with the United States and Israel, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
Georgia mourns passing of Ilia II
Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II has passed away after decades of service, leaving a profound mark on the history of the country and its church.
Indian tourists cancel Russian tours due to Iran
The conflict in the Middle East and the inability to transit through the Persian Gulf countries are forcing Indian tourists to cancel their trips to Russia
