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Strait of Hormuz Tension: A UK maritime agency says a ship anchored off the UAE near Fujairah was “taken by unauthorised personnel” and is now bound for Iranian territorial waters, as attacks keep rattling one of the world’s busiest energy chokepoints. UAE–Israel Rift: Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu claims he made a secret wartime visit to meet UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, but the UAE Foreign Ministry denies any such trip and says ties are handled openly under the Abraham Accords. Modi’s Energy Push: India’s Narendra Modi is set to visit the UAE briefly, with sources pointing to long-term oil and LPG supply talks and support for expanding India’s strategic reserves. Business & Finance: Arada secured a $100m sustainability-linked Islamic loan with FAB; Dubai Chambers ran a workshop on the new Civil Transactions Law. Health Update: UAE doctors say hantavirus is rare and spreads mainly via rodents, not like Covid-19. Aviation & Events: Qatar Airways resumes double-daily flights to Abu Dhabi, while Etihad Arena partners with District by Zomato for ticketing reach.

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