5.7 magnitude quake strikes southern Iran with no impact on UAE
The centre confirmed that the earthquake was not felt in the UAE and had no impact on the country.
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Khaleej Times
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Al Etihad
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- Al Etihad
NCM forecasts rising temperatures in August
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