UAE-Iran tensions: A missile alert briefly rattled Dubai, but authorities quickly told residents to “disregard the previous warning,” citing a likely technical malfunction after the first message urged people to seek shelter. Strait of Hormuz pressure: UN shipping plans to evacuate vessels through the Strait of Hormuz were paused after a reported strike near Oman, as Marco Rubio said the route should remain “free, unconditional, and unrestricted” without tolls or control. Finance & compliance: The UAE Ministry of Finance launched the electronic invoicing pilot phase, outlining deadlines for businesses to appoint accredited service providers ahead of mandatory rollout. Health innovation: Abu Dhabi Biobank and BioTwin announced a partnership to expand Human Virtual Twin technology for early detection and precision health, starting with multi-cancer screening. Energy security: Adnoc began bids for a new East Coast LNG facility in Fujairah to boost exports and reduce reliance on Hormuz routes. Crime & justice: Sri Lanka’s minister said 19 organised crime suspects linked to Interpol Red Notices are believed to be in the UAE.