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US to resume direct flights to Lebanon after four decades

Wed, 22 Jul 2026

US President Donald Trump has announced the resumption of direct flights between the United States and Lebanon, marking a significant step in bilateral relations after more than 40 years without direct air links.

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UAE passport the world's second strongest in latest Henley Index

Wed, 22 Jul 2026

The United Arab Emirates has strengthened its position as one of the world's most travel-friendly nations, with its passport climbing to joint second place in the latest Henley Passport Index, giving Emirati citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 188 destinations worldwide.

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UAE outlines eligibility for five-year multiple-entry tourist visa

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

The UAE has clarified the eligibility criteria for its five-year multiple-entry tourist visa, which allows visitors of all nationalities to enter the country repeatedly without requiring a local sponsor or host.

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Embraer, Mubadala forge strategic aerospace, MRO partnership

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Embraer, a leading global aerospace company based in Brazil, and Abu Dhabi sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company have signed an agreement to jointly explore long-term collaboration in aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, research and workforce development.

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Team Vitality wins MLBB Women’s International Title at Esports World Cup 2026

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Team Vitality has been crowned champion of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Women’s International (MWI) 2026 at the Esports World Cup, securing its second EWC title and fourth major MWI championship.

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Address Jabal Omar Makkah wins multiple Haute Grandeur Awards

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Address Jabal Omar Makkah has secured multiple honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, reinforcing its position as a leading hospitality destination in the Middle East.

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Saudia launches Esports-branded aircraft for World Cup 2026

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

The Esports Foundation has named Saudia the Official Airline of the Esports World Cup 2026, unveiling the world's first esports-branded commercial aircraft, which will operate between Riyadh and Paris before joining the airline's international network for two years.

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Abu Dhabi unveils summer calendar of events, staycations

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Abu Dhabi is offering a packed calendar of entertainment, cultural experiences and staycation deals over the next two weeks, with more than 100 summer activities and promotions available across the emirate, alongside Kids Go Free offers at 40 hotels.

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Gulf Air signs letter of intent for JetZero Z4 aircraft

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, has signed a letter of intent with JetZero for Z4 aircraft, securing preferential delivery positions in the early 2030s to support its expanding network across Europe and Asia.

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Turkish Airlines orders 12 simulators from Havelsan to expand pilot training capacity

Tue, 21 Jul 2026

Turkish Airlines has signed an agreement with Havelsan for the supply of 12 new flight simulators as part of its strategy to expand its fleet to more than 800 aircraft by 2033.