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- 1Netanyahu makes secret weekend trip to meet Emirati leader in Abu Dhabi▼Netanyahu meets Emirati leader in a secret weekend trip to Abu Dhabi, and other Mideast developments
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled secretly to Abu Dhabi over the weekend to meet the UAE's leader, marking a rare publicly confirmed visit to the Gulf state since the countries normalised ties under the Abraham Accords. Reports say the two discussed bilateral relations and regional issues, and the trip is being covered widely across US and regional media alongside other Middle East developments.
- 2Netanyahu makes surprise visit to Abu Dhabi●Israel's Netanyahu visited Abu Dhabi on Sunday, Israeli official says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled to Abu Dhabi on Sunday, according to an Israeli official. The visit, if confirmed, would mark a significant moment in relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, which normalised ties under the Abraham Accords in 2020. Details of the trip and any meetings have not yet been made public.
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Gulf states' relations with Washington have been shaken by the ongoing war, according to analysis from the Middle East Institute. The conflict has strained trust between the US and its traditional Arab partners in the Gulf, prompting debate over alignment, security guarantees and the future of American influence in the region. Commentators are weighing how far Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Doha may recalibrate ties with Washington.
- 4Sudan rejects UAE hosting UN crime congress over RSF support▼Sudan rejects UAE hosting of UN crime congress over RSF support
Sudan has objected to the United Arab Emirates hosting a UN crime congress, citing the UAE's alleged support for the Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary group fighting Sudan's army in the country's civil war. The dispute adds a diplomatic dimension to the conflict, with Khartoum accusing Abu Dhabi of arming its adversaries, claims the UAE denies.
- 5UN Crime Congress adopts Abu Dhabi Declaration unanimously▼The United Nation’s Crime Congress today saw countries unanimously adopt the Abu Dhabi Declaration in an effort to work
Countries at the United Nations Crime Congress have unanimously adopted the Abu Dhabi Declaration, committing to joint work on crime prevention and criminal justice. The declaration puts particular emphasis on the use and abuse of technology, addressing how digital tools are exploited by criminals and how states can respond. The unanimous adoption signals broad international agreement on the need for coordinated action on technology-linked crime.
- 6Carney investment summit welcomes UAE despite Sudan arms allegations●PM Carney's 🇨🇦 investment summit hosted investors from the United Arab Emirates, despite the country's role in providing
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Canadian investment summit included investors from the United Arab Emirates, drawing criticism because the UAE is accused of supplying weapons, logistics, training and foreign personnel to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces. Human rights groups have repeatedly linked the paramilitary group to atrocities in Sudan's civil war, prompting questions about Canada's willingness to engage with Abu Dhabi.
- 7F1 Teams Expect Qatar and Abu Dhabi 2026 Decision by Mid-October▼Formula 1 teams expect final call on Qatar, Abu Dhabi Grands Prix by middle of October on closing 2026 season races
Formula 1 teams expect a final decision on the Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix by the middle of October, with the two races set to close out the 2026 season. The sport is waiting on confirmation of the calendar's final rounds, and paddock figures say clarity should arrive within weeks rather than months.
- 8United States Prepares for 2026 UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi▼The United States of America at the 2026 UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi
The United States Mission in Vienna has published its position for the 15th UN Crime Congress, to be hosted in Abu Dhabi in 2026. The statement outlines how the US plans to engage on international crime prevention and criminal justice cooperation. Little other detail has emerged so far, and attention is focused on what priorities the American delegation will bring to the gathering.
- 9F1 Q&A: Horner, Ferrari, Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix●F1 Q&A: Horner and Ferrari, Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix, Bottas' Baku crash and the VSC, Williams upgrade
BBC Sport has published a Formula 1 question-and-answer feature covering several current topics in the sport, including Christian Horner's situation and Ferrari, the upcoming Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix, Valtteri Bottas' crash in Baku and the handling of the virtual safety car, plus Williams' latest car upgrade. The piece addresses fan questions on the season's biggest talking points.
- 10Imola on standby as F1 weighs Qatar and Abu Dhabi races●Imola Sits on Standby As Formula 1 Awaits a Decision on Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix
Formula 1 has placed the Imola circuit in Italy on standby while it awaits a decision on whether the Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix can go ahead as planned. The outcome will determine the final shape of the season's closing calendar, with Imola positioned as a potential replacement venue if either of the flyaway races is cancelled.
- 11Sudan Boycots UAE Crime Prevention Conference Citing Legal and Ethical Grounds▼Sudan Boycots Crime Prevention Conference in the UAE, Citing Legal and Ethical Justifications
Sudan has announced it is boycotting a crime prevention conference hosted in the United Arab Emirates, with officials citing legal and ethical justifications for the decision. The move comes amid heightened tensions between Khartoum and Abu Dhabi over the conflict in Sudan, and regional observers are watching for further diplomatic fallout.
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Max Verstappen has shared his assessment of Formula 1's presence in the Middle East, as the sport's calendar continues to expand in the region with races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi. The Red Bull driver's comments come amid ongoing debate among fans and drivers about the growth of Middle Eastern rounds on the F1 schedule.
- 13Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab addresses UN crime congress in Abu Dhabi▼Interior Minister Anas Khattab’s speech at the 15th # UnitedNations # Congress on # Crime Prevention and # Criminal # Ju
Interior Minister Anas Khattab delivered a speech at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, held in Abu Dhabi. The address is being shared and discussed online, drawing attention to Syria's participation in the major UN gathering on crime prevention and criminal justice policy.