Why Gulf's smart cities must build public safety into their foundations | The National
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Source: The National (UAE)
Published: 2026-04-18 14:00 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Environment & Climate, War & Conflict
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As the Iran war continues to shape the regional security environment, the resilience of urban infrastructure across the Gulf is being tested in new ways. For the region’s rapidly advancing smart cities, this is no longer a theoretical concern. It is a design challenge that must be addressed from the outset.
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