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Dubai Landmarks Closing Soon To Blue Moon In The UAE Skies; 5 GCC Updates For You

To ensure you’re ahead of the updates, we have made a list of some important news pieces from GCC that you wouldn’t want to miss.

by Anupriya Mishra
Dubai Landmarks Closing Soon To Blue Moon In The UAE Skies; 5 GCC Updates For You

If keeping up with updates from across the GCC region is a top priority for you, then we have made a list for you. We have enlisted updates from across the GCC region, and keeping up with them is not an easy task. So, to ensure you’re ahead of the updates, we have made a list of some important news pieces that you wouldn’t want to miss.

GCC Updates

1. Dubai Landmarks Closes Soon

With Dubai’s temperature soaring, some of the most iconic open-air attractions are getting ready to temporarily close their doors. As the months turn hotter, only a few days are left before these attractions close. Global Village, Dubai Miracle Garden, and Dubai Safari Park are closing soon, so you might want to check them out before they close.

2. UAE Skies To Witness Blue Moon

People in the UAE are in for a fantastic treat! The whole world is preparing to witness this rare celestial event, which will happen on May 31st. Called the Blue Moon, it is one of the most unusual phenomena this year, and the moon will be appearing full on May 30th, with it reaching peak illumination on May 31st at 3:45 AM.

3. Pilgrims For Tawaf Al-Ifadah Welcomed With Incense & Fragrance Of Flowers

Pilgrims who were arriving to perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah on the Day of Al-Nahr were welcomed with the fragrance of roses and incense. As mentioned by SPA, it creates a welcoming and spiritual atmosphere. Reception teams were deployed across entrances and corridors, where they carried incense burners and natural flowers.

4. Jeddah In Backdrop Of ‘The Grey’ Scene

When viewers would watch The Grey, citizens in Saudi Arabia would get to witness Jeddah! The backdrop is seen in one of the scenes, as it has been partly filmed in the Red Sea city. It features a shot of Jeddah Corniche and also includes one landmark, which almost looks like the Sumou Towers development.

Also Read: Flying Into Dubai This Eid? Expect Faster Clearance At DXB Terminal 3

5. Air India & Air India Express To Operate 48 Flights To West Asia Today

Air India and Air India Express are operating a total of 48 scheduled and non-scheduled flights today. These would be for destinations like Jeddah, Muscat, Riyadh, and the UAE. It should be noted that flights are being operated with requisite permissions, which would be from the relevant Indian and local regulatory authorities.

So, make sure to keep up with these updates to stay ahead of the news from the GCC region.

Cover Image Courtesy: Global Village/Website

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First Published: May 28, 2026 3:35 PM

FAQs

Where is Air India from?

Air India is a carrier from India and services people domestically and internationally.

When is the Blue Moon in the UAE?

Blue Moon can be witnessed in the UAE on May 31st.