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Riyadh Metro Eid al-Adha Operational Hours To Abu Dhabi Awareness Campaign; 5 GCC Updates For You

If you are constantly on the lookout for new updates from the GCC region, then you will be pleased to know that we have made a list, especially for you.

by Anupriya Mishra
Riyadh Metro Eid al-Adha Operational Hours To Abu Dhabi Awareness Campaign; 5 GCC Updates For You

If you are constantly on the lookout for new updates from the GCC region, then you will be pleased to know that we have made a list, especially for you. Yes, this includes all the important things that are happening around the region, including road closures in Abu Dhabi to Riyadh Metro timings for Eid al-Adha. Take a look and these GCC updates.

GCC Updates

1. Road Closure In Abu Dhabi

AD Mobility recently revealed that a road closure will be in place on Al Khayr Street in Riyad City of Abu Dhabi. This road closure will be in place till June 2, Monday. So, people are advised to take alternative routes if they wish to travel through this road.

2. Riyadh Metro Announces Operational Hours For Eid al-Adha

Riyadh Metro has announced operational hours for the Eid al-Adha holiday. Yes, the metro has confirmed that the services will end at 12 am across all lines. Orange Line, for instance, will operate from 10 AM to midnight from June 5 to 14. However, it will return to the schedule of 6 AM from June 15 onwards.

3. Dubai RTA Completes 70% Of Umm Suqeim Street Improvement Project

As revealed by the Dubai RTA on X, 70% of the Umm Suqeim Street Improvement Project is done. And now they are all set to open a new entry and exit point to Al Warqa. This will be from Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and will happen from next week.

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4. Dubai Wins The Bid To Host International Symposium On Electric Art

Dubai has won the bid to organise the International Symposium on Electric Art 2026. This is a landmark achievement and it reinstates the emirate’s position as a global centre. Yes, and it reflects the concerted efforts of Dubai Culture, along with other government organisations, to champion the city’s bid to showcase its vibrant cultural landscape.

5. AD Police Launches Six-Month Awareness Campaign

The AD Police has launched a six-month awareness campaign for drivers. Yes, it is in collaboration with AD Civil Defence and the aim is to make the motorists aware of how they must give way to emergency vehicles. This is important as they are almost always out on the road to save lives. So, it is important to protect the emergency responders and also strengthen the culture of road safety.

With these updates laid out for you, we hope you’re able to stay ahead of the news in the UAE and the greater GCC.

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First Published: May 31, 2025 4:03 PM