Residential real estate sales in Qatar passed $16m
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Air Arabia
Air Arabia launches new Sochi route, expands Russia network to 6 cities
Air Arabia has launched direct flights to Sochi, its sixth destination in Russia, with six weekly flights from Sharjah
avuation
Sharjah Airport expects 800,000 passengers in summer travel rush
Sharjah Airport expecting July 1 to 15 to be peak of summer season
monopoly
Riyadh Monopoly board game unveiled, showcasing Saudi capital’s culture and landmarks
Riyadh gets its own Monopoly board game, celebrating Saudi culture, heritage and modern icons
Abu Dhabi
UAE petrol prices to change; Dubai real estate hotspots; Millionaire investment tips; Leave guide and 2026 holiday dates – 10 things you missed this week
From UAE petrol prices and Saudi credit card reforms to real estate trends, remote work policies, and Ramadan 2026 dates — here are the top developments shaping life, business, and investment in the Gulf this week
Al Khobar project
Saudi Arabia launches Lazurde in Al Khobar with over 8,100 homes and major urban facilities
Lazurde launched in Al-Khobar; More than 8,100 homes to rise in major Saudi housing project
autonomous
Qatar launches self-driving robot taxi trials ahead of 2026 launch
Qatar begins driverless electric taxi trials to accelerate smart transport future
AWS
Deloitte and AWS unveil $1bn Middle East digital transformation alliance by 2030
Deloitte and AWS launch $1bn partnership to accelerate digital transformation across the Middle East
Dubai roads
Dubai announces 2-month diversions on major roads
RTA reveals traffic diversion at major roads in Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Al Ain and Emirates Road journeys impacted
terrorism
UAE Supreme Court reconvicts 24 in Justice and Dignity terror case, issues life sentences for terror financing
The UAE Federal Supreme Court reconvicts 24 individuals in the “Justice and Dignity” terror case, sentencing them to life for financing and collaborating with a terrorist group
Absher app
Saudi Arabia announces major visa update
Saudi Arabia has launched a visa extension for all categories
Dubai visa
Dubai unveils major education reforms with new visas plan
Dubai launches education overhaul with student visa reforms to attract global talent and boost career success
Ministry of Finance
UAE raises $300m in June 2025 Islamic T-Sukuk auction, oversubscribed 5.6 times
UAE completes $300m Islamic T-Sukuk auction with 5.6x oversubscription, strong investor confidence
Etihad
Etihad Airways gears up for over 7m summer passengers at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport
Etihad Airways expects over 7 million summer travellers at Zayed International Airport. Discover tips, check-in options, and travel updates to enjoy a smooth holiday experience
Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo signs ‘$680m deal’ to stay in Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr: report
Cristiano Ronaldo has signed what has been dubbed the ‘most lucrative contract in sport history’ to stay with Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr
UAE tourism
UAE tourism hits record $70bn in 2024, ranks among world’s top 7 for visitor spending
UAE tourism sector hits $70bn in 2024, ranked among world’s top 7 for international spending
Dubai Metro
Dubai’s Jebel Ali Metro Station renamed National Paints Metro Station in 10-year branding deal
Dubai’s Jebel Ali Metro Station renamed after National Paints in major 10-year naming rights deal