The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the southwest; it shares maritime borders with Qatar and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. As of …

2 days ago · UAE-backed separatists tighten grip over southern Yemen, and airspace is briefly closed • Dec. 8, 2025, 4:55 PM ET (AP) Amnesty accuses Sudanese paramilitary of war crimes in assault on …

This video highlights the UAE as a combination of seven destinations and a blend of the old and the new. It highlights the UAE’s natural beauty, historical sites and other features of the UAE’s culture …

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3 days ago · While in the UAE, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning the United Arab Emirates is provided …

Though small in size (similar to the State of Maine), the UAE has become an important player in regional and international affairs. In 1971, the late President His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al …

Currency The Emirati Dirham is the official national currency. The US dollar is exchanged for the UAE Dirham at a rate of 3.67, and credit cards are widely accepted.

The United Arab Emirates, sometimes simply called the Emirates or UAE, is a federation of seven emirates (states): Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Fujairah.

5 days ago · UAE-backed council expands control The Southern Transitional Council, or STC — an umbrella of armed groups trained and financed by the UAE — expanded its control over Yemen’s …

Strategically located in the Arabian Gulf, and within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world’s population, the UAE is a modern crossroads, connecting East and West.