Today, our focus is simple - we're going to be keeping you informed - as events continue to unfold.

We’ll get the latest from Surina Kelly on what the government is telling residents this morning.

Meanwhile, with all UAE airports closed, thousands remain stranded. Some are stuck abroad trying to get home, others are grounded here in the UAE.

We’re also putting a big spotlight on misinformation. 

The UAE’s Public Prosecution is warning that spreading rumours is a criminal offence carrying serious penalties.

A Dubai holiday home company is stepping up to help stranded travelers

Today, our focus is simple - we're going to be keeping you informed - as events continue to unfold.
We&rsquo;ll get the latest from Surina Kelly on what the government is telling residents this morning.
Meanwhile, with all UAE airports closed, thousands remain stranded. Some are stuck abroad trying to get home, others are grounded here in the UAE.
We&rsquo;re also putting a big spotlight on misinformation.&nbsp;
The UAE&rsquo;s Public Prosecution is warning that spreading rumours is a criminal offence carrying serious penalties.
A Dubai holiday home company is stepping up to help stranded travelers

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

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The UAE Response

As regional tensions disrupt airspace and global travel, we look at how the UAE is responding behind the scenes.

From Abu Dhabi’s crisis response system coordinating essential services, to Dubai authorities checking in on People of Determination.

We also hear about a Dubai businessman who opened his farmhouse to stranded tourists, and examine the wider impact on airlines, global trade and seafarers as Middle East tensions escalate.

As regional tensions disrupt airspace and global travel, we look at how the UAE is responding behind the scenes.
From Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s crisis response system coordinating essential services, to Dubai authorities checking in on People of Determination.
We also hear about a Dubai businessman who opened his farmhouse to stranded tourists, and examine the wider impact on airlines, global trade and seafarers as Middle East tensions escalate.

Behind Abu Dhabi’s emergency response network

Flights are returning to UAE skies, but clearing the backlog of stranded passengers may take several days - but how many?

Plus with the spring holidays starting early - we're going to look at how families can best use the break.

During Ramadan, Dubai residents are continuing to show strong community spirit - with initiatives like the family-led Happy Happy UAE aiming to provide 1.2 million Iftar meals.

As the community pulls together in the face of crisis - a UAE entrepreneur shares how government support during COVID helped him survive six months without business.

 

Flights are returning to UAE skies, but clearing the backlog of stranded passengers may take several days - but how many?
Plus with the spring holidays starting early - we're going to look at how families can best use the break.
During Ramadan, Dubai residents are continuing to show strong community spirit - with initiatives like the family-led Happy Happy UAE aiming to provide 1.2 million Iftar meals.
As the community pulls together in the face of crisis - a UAE entrepreneur shares how government support during COVID helped him survive six months without business.
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UAE flights restart - but passengers face travel backlog

Flights are slowly restarting in the UAE as airlines prioritise stranded passengers after days of airspace disruption - Surina Kelly has all the details you need to know.

Meanwhile, the government's bringing forward the spring holidays as UAE parents juggle work and distance learning.

UAE authorities say national medicine stockpiles remain secure, with pharmaceutical supply chains operating normally.

Meanwhile, a UAE resident returning from the UK has discovered something special about Golden Visas - apparently they mean you can get a repatriation flight back to the Emirates.

If you were listening to the show we had an amazing story about a rugby team who landed in Bahrain on Saturday, and almost immediately came under fire. Today wegoing hear from one of the parents on that trip, and his young son, who's only 10.

Aster DM Healthcare is offering free online mental health consultations to support UAE residents during a period of heightened anxiety.

 

 

Flights are slowly restarting in the UAE as airlines prioritise stranded passengers after days of airspace disruption - Surina Kelly has all the details you need to know.
Meanwhile, the government's bringing forward the spring holidays as UAE parents juggle work and distance learning.
UAE authorities say national medicine stockpiles remain secure, with pharmaceutical supply chains operating normally.
Meanwhile, a UAE resident returning from the UK has discovered something special about Golden Visas - apparently they mean you can get a repatriation flight back to the Emirates.
If you were listening to the show we had an amazing story about a rugby team who landed in Bahrain on Saturday, and almost immediately came under fire. Today wegoing hear from one of the parents on that trip, and his young son, who's only 10.
Aster DM Healthcare is offering free online mental health consultations to support UAE residents during a period of heightened anxiety.
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