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Abu Dhabi
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zondag 15 november 2026
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27°
Helder · Max 28° · Min 25°· Weer: MET Norway

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Zayed bin Sultan Al NahyanZayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan ruled Abu Dhabi from 1966 and founded the United Arab Emirates in 1971, serving as its first president until his death in 2004. His record includes the federation’s development and his principal funding of the Zayed Center, which spread Holocaust denial before its closure in 2003.SharjahSharjah is both a city and one of seven constituent emirates of the United Arab Emirates. Its history includes a sovereignty dispute over Abu Musa, distinctive rules governing public life, and a four-day workweek.Persian GulfThe Persian Gulf is a regional sea bordered by Iran and seven Arab states. Its outlet through the Strait of Hormuz carries a major share of the world’s oil exports, making the gulf central to trade, regional security and relations among Iran, its neighbors and the United States.Middle EastThe Middle East is a region linking Israel, neighboring Arab countries, Iran and surrounding lands at a strategic gateway between Europe, Asia and Africa. Its ancient cultures, religious traditions, energy resources and waterways have shaped world history and modern international affairs.Khalifa bin Zayed Al NahyanKhalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan ruled Abu Dhabi and served as president of the United Arab Emirates from 2004 until his death in 2022. His presidency encompassed limited electoral reform, Emirati strikes against Islamic State, and the peace agreement with Israel led on the Emirati side by his half-brother Mohammed bin Zayed.United Arab EmiratesThe United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates on the Persian Gulf. Founded under Sheikh Zayed in 1971, it has become a regional commercial and military power and established full diplomatic relations with Israel through the 2020 Abraham Accords.Mohammed bin ZayedMohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is president of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of Abu Dhabi. After years as the country’s effective leader, he led the Emirati decision to establish full relations with Israel under the 2020 Abraham Accords.Gulf Cooperation CouncilThe Gulf Cooperation Council is a regional organization founded in 1981 by six Arab monarchies of the Persian Gulf. It coordinates economic and security policy, while disputes among its members have repeatedly limited joint action.

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