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  "id": 1800975,
  "title": "UAE suspends all trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uae-suspends-all-trade-and-financial-transactions-with-iran-until",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T20:23:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-suspends-all-trade-and-financial-transactions-with-iran-until-further-notice-1.500645127"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The United Arab Emirates has temporarily halted all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced. This decision comes as regional tensions rise and follows allegations about the nature of the UAE’s economic relationship with Iran. The UAE's Strategic Communications Director, Afra Al Hameli, dismissed claims about the current state of economic ties between the two nations. She emphasized the UAE’s dedication to dialogue, cooperation and regional integration, asserting these principles are crucial for fostering peace, stability and prosperity in the region. The suspension of transactions is a response to regional escalations threatening peace and security on both regional and international levels. Al Hameli reiterated the UAE's commitment to preserving the integrity of the global financial system and adherence to international law and global standards. The ministry further affirmed the country's intention to support initiatives aimed at maintaining regional and international financial stability. Recent reports indicate the UAE detected two missiles launched from Iran, both of which fell into the sea, with one landing within the nation's territorial waters.",
  "summary": "The UAE has halted all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran until further notice, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said. The announcement comes amid escalating regional tensions and follows allegations about the status of the UAE’s economic relationship with Iran. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. UAE rejects…",
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        "published": "2026-08-18T20:18:50.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "UAE cuts off trade with Iran until further notice",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uae-cuts-off-trade-with-iran-until-further-notice",
        "published": "2026-08-18T20:30:59.000Z"
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        "outlet": "The Times of Israel",
        "title": "UAE says Iran fired two missiles at it, both fell in the sea",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uae-says-iran-fired-two-missiles-at-it-both-fell-in-the-sea",
        "published": "2026-08-18T20:43:18.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Arutz Sheva - Israel National News",
        "title": "UAE halts trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uae-halts-trade-and-financial-transactions-with-iran-until-further",
        "published": "2026-08-18T21:09:15.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "UAE accuses Iran of firing ballistic missiles at shipping",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uae-accuses-iran-of-firing-ballistic-missiles-at-shipping",
        "published": "2026-08-18T21:40:57.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Financial Times",
        "title": "UAE suspends trade with Iran after saying it fired missiles at Gulf state",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uae-suspends-trade-with-iran-after-saying-it-fired-missiles-at-gulf",
        "published": "2026-08-18T21:43:55.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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