Despite missile and drone strikes from Iran, Abu Dhabi is pushing ahead with major tourism initiatives.
The country announced a $1.7-billion investment in a Sphere entertainment venue set to open in 2029.
Hotel occupancy rates fell sharply during a key holiday period, but tourism officials say visitors are starting to return.
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The repercussions of the Iran war have been felt globally, but the United Arab Emirates has suffered a more direct impact than most, targeted by missile and drone strikes. Those attacks have also threatened its image as a glamorous haven for tourists to the Middle East.
