UAE-Iran Tensions: Reuters reports the UAE agreed to unlock billions of dollars for Iran to help halt attacks, with figures ranging from $10bn to $20bn and a first tranche already delivered—hours later, the UAE Foreign Ministry categorically denied any transfer, saying no frozen Iranian funds were released or moved. Credit & Economy: Moody’s confirmed the UAE sovereign rating at “Aa2” with a stable outlook, citing strong fundamentals, low federal debt, and diversification—while flagging geopolitical risks and oil-linked exposure. Dubai Road Safety: Dubai Police warned against reckless social media stunts after a passenger was filmed sitting on an open car door; the vehicle was impounded and the driver fined and penalised. Heat & Weather: The UAE is bracing for extreme temperatures, with inland areas forecast up to 47°C and humidity rising overnight, bringing fog or mist chances. Business & Trade: Abu Dhabi Chamber and Invest Shanghai signed an MoU to boost Abu Dhabi–Shanghai trade and investment ties. Tech & Education: Dubai Future Foundation opened applications for the third FEEL cohort (30 leaders selected) and Suntech launched a 40-student BITS Dubai internship cohort focused on AI, cloud and digital transformation. Health & Innovation: Elevate launched Elevate Global BPM at ADGM to strengthen audit and AML services, while NYU Abu Dhabi and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi unveiled an injectable, wire-free approach to control nerve activity for chronic pain. Humanitarian: The UAE continues Ebola support in Africa and backs Gaza relief efforts, including Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.