Visa & Travel Access: The UAE expanded visa-on-arrival to more nationalities, offering eligible travellers 14-day or 60-day options (with set fees and overstay fines), while a separate update lists visa-free entry for citizens of around 70 countries. New Routes: Oman Air will start daily Muscat–Abu Dhabi flights from July 9, and direct Iran–UAE flights are set to resume from July 1. Summer Travel Demand: dnata Travel says the Maldives is the top summer pick for UAE travellers, with Thailand, Mauritius, Canada and Australia also leading bookings. Community & Property: Aldar and Abu Dhabi’s Department of Community Development will develop the Nabdh Community Park model on Yas Island, aiming to boost inclusive public life. Regional Security: The UAE condemned renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, as Iran-US tensions and Strait of Hormuz risks continue to escalate. Finance & Markets: Nasdaq Dubai listed a $500m Sukuk from The Arab Energy Fund, underscoring momentum in Islamic finance. Weather Watch: NCM issued a rain alert for parts of eastern UAE, with strong winds and possible blowing dust. Humanitarian Aid: Five UAE aid convoys entered Gaza under “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3,” carrying food and shelter supplies. AI Diplomacy: The UAE joined the Pax Silica Summit in Washington to push secure AI supply chains and cross-border tech cooperation.