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Patrick Ryan

Patrick Ryan

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Patrick is an experienced journalist with a long-standing record in news publications in Ireland and across the Middle East. He has a keen interest in news and current affairs as well as community issues. Patrick has covered a wide range of areas in his time as a reporter including crime, transport, community news, business, sport and technology.
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Robert Pether, a former Dubai resident and Australian engineer, says speaking to his family gave him the strength to pull through the "dark times" during five years in detention in Iraq. Photo: Screen grab / Reuters
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Exclusive'I was innocent': Ex-Dubai resident's first interview after detention in Iraq

Robert Pether to undergo surgery for skin cancer and plans legal recourse for arbitrary captivity

UAEOctober 16, 2026
Former Dubai resident Robert Pether speaks about being allowed to leave Iraq during a press conference in Dublin on Monday. PA via Reuters
'Being allowed to leave does not erase injustice': Former Dubai resident leaves Iraq after years of detention

Robert Pether reunited with family after being jailed along with colleague over contract dispute involving their employer

UAEOctober 12, 2026
Robert Pether, right, departs Iraq, accompanied by Australia's ambassador to the country, Glenn Miles. Photo: Australian Foreign Ministry
Dubai resident leaves Iraq after being detained for five years

Robert Pether and co-worker were jailed over contract dispute involving their employer

UAEOctober 12, 2026
Several countries, including Indonesia, the UK and Canada, have announced plans to bar young people from social media. EPA
Play01:27
Why banning children from social media may not be enough to keep them safe online

Experts say co-ordinating strategies between countries and educating parents crucial to reducing risks to young people

UAEOctober 09, 2026
IB pupils in the UAE receive their results on July 6, even though exams were cancelled this year. Photo: Gems Education
Pupils across UAE celebrate IB results despite disruption caused by Iran war

Successful results reflect resilience of pupils, says IB Association chairman

UAEJuly 06, 2026
The UN has released a statement laying out its concerns over the health of Robert Pether. Photo: Desree Pether
UN fears for Dubai resident held in Iraq for five years

Robert Pether remains in the country due to travel ban despite being released from jail last year

UAEJune 29, 2026
Robert Pether in 2025 following his release from prison in Iraq. Photo: Desree Pether
Wife of Dubai resident held in Iraq fears for his life unless travel ban ends

Robert Pether remains in Iraq despite serving sentence after arrest five years ago

UAEApril 07, 2026
President Sheikh Mohamed addressed the nation on Saturday evening. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
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President Sheikh Mohamed says 'all is well in the UAE'

UAE President spoke of his pride in how nation has responded to attacks and that it 'will emerge stronger than before'

UAEMarch 07, 2026
Smoke hangs over Dubai on Sunday morning. Reuters
UAE targeted by Iranian strikes for second day – here's what you need to know

Remote work in place until Tuesday as Iran targets Gulf states

UAEMarch 01, 2026
A letter is presented to Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, by Kim Gunn, Korean Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs. Courtesy: Wam
UAE and South Korea discuss ways to tackle spread of Covid-19

Pandemic was on agenda at meeting to mark 40 years of co-operation between the two countries

GovernmentFebruary 04, 2026
A recent picture of Robert Pether shared by his wife following his release from prison in Iraq. Photo: Desree Pether
Dubai resident held in Iraq for four years 'will die if returned to jail'

Australian remains barred from leaving Iraq despite release from prison

UAESeptember 24, 2025
Kurdish members of the Dohuk Antiquities Department work on a grave unearthed on the banks of Mosul Dam. AFP
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Ancient tombs unearthed in Iraq at Mosul dam reservoir

Tombs were discovered following droughts in region

MENASeptember 01, 2025
Building human skills is key to avoiding being replaced by artificial intelligence, say experts. Photo: Alamy
Soft skills to survival skills: How to prepare for the 'job apocalypse' due to AI

With employment disruption expected to come in waves, we all need to prepare to adjust our lives accordingly

UAEAugust 31, 2025
A screenshot shared by police shows the pink diamond. Photo: Dubai Media Office / Dubai Police
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Dubai Police foil $25 million pink diamond heist

Crooks posed as diamond buyers to trick owner into moving it out of his store

UAEAugust 18, 2025
The aid operations underscore the UAE's commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and bolstering their resilience. WAM
UAE carries out 71st aid drop in Gaza under Operation Gallant Knight 3

Total aid sent during initiative exceeds 3,950 tonnes

UAEAugust 14, 2025
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