Keeping up with the updates from the GCC region is hardly an easy task. So, if you are also someone who keeps up with these news pieces religiously, then you will want to know about these updates. Yes, we have made a list of updates coming in from the UAE to Qatar that you just wouldn’t want to miss.
GCC Updates
1. 30 Minutes Electronic Trial Examinations From June
From June 2, which is today, the UAE Ministry of Education has launched 30-minute electronic trial exams. Basically, this is an initiative which aims to ensure academic readiness and technical preparedness. This would be for the students in grades 5 to 12, and those studying in both public and private schools.
2. Qatar Airways Dedicates Livery To UEFA Champions League
Ici c’est Paris ✈️ Ici c’est chez nous @PSG_inside pic.twitter.com/YtEa2vcqZ9
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) June 1, 2025
Qatar Airways has revealed a brilliant livery celebrating the UEFA Champions League. Yes, this comes at a time in Paris, welcome back its Paris Saint-Germain champions.
3. Etihad Airways Flight For Abu Dhabi Diverted To Muscat
Abu Dhabi-bound Etihad Airways’ flight was diverted to Muscat due to a medical emergency. This happened on Sunday, June 1, when a passenger on board required immediate medical assistance. This flight departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi and was headed to the Zayed International Airport.
4. Sydney Airport Welcomes Etihad Airways’ New Airbus A350-1000
From October 1, 2025 onwards, Etihad Airways will deploy its A350-1000. This will be deployed on the Sydney-Abu Dhabi route, which would replace its 777-300 ER. And by February 2026, all of the 10 weekly flights will be through this aircraft.
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5. Emirates To Resume Damascus Flights From July 16
We’ll be restarting flights to Damascus from 16 July 2025, delivering connectivity, essential economic links, all while reuniting the global Syrian diaspora. https://t.co/alaqJ3Ye6P pic.twitter.com/3hywHnjNa9
— Emirates (@emirates) June 2, 2025
From July 16, Emirates will be resuming its flights to Damascus. Reuniting the global Syrian diaspora, it is also going to establish connectivity and economic services. Moreover, the service will begin with three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays, with further plans to expand the service to four weekly flights. This would be from August 2 onwards, and the extra flight would be on a Saturday.
So with these updates laid out for you, we hope you’re able to stay ahead of all that is happening in the GCC region.
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/etihad
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