Middle East

Tanweer Festival returns to Mleiha desert for second edition

The Tanweer Festival will return to the Mleiha desert in Sharjah from November 21- 23, 2025. The event follows the inaugural edition held last year and will once again take place in the Mleiha region, known for its natural and archaeological significance.

2025-06-09T12:16:01.963688+00:00 IST

No ban on Indians travelling to Saudi Arabia: Sources

Reports of a ban on Indians traveling to Saudi Arabia are false. Temporary short-term visa restrictions apply only during Hajj season to prevent overcrowding and end after Hajj.

2025-06-09T09:28:45.241879+00:00 IST

Killed Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar’s body located

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) today confirmed the body of the Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar who was killed last month in an air strike has been located.

2025-06-09T02:37:35.891104+00:00 IST

FMs' of Egypt, Türkiye discuss Middle East developments

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, exchanged views on regional developments in the Middle East, including the situations in Gaza and Libya, in a phone call on Sunday.

2025-06-09T00:32:34.058944+00:00 IST

Israel releases footage of apparent Hamas execution in Gaza

Israel released video footage on Sunday showing what it says is the execution of a Palestinian man by Hamas operatives in a Gaza City square over the weekend.

2025-06-09T00:05:17.975411+00:00 IST

New ‘family circle’ program will aid October 7 victims

Israel's Ministry of Welfare and Social Security announced the establishment of "Family Circle," a special support program for the second and third circles of families of the Israelis held hostage after the October 7 massacre and for families who lost their loved ones to terrorism.

2025-06-08T22:59:13.100470+00:00 IST

Killed Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar’s body located

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) today confirmed the body of the Hamas leader, Mohammed Sinwar, who was killed last month in an air strike, has been located.

2025-06-08T22:55:56.626596+00:00 IST

Presidents of UAE, Angola explore cooperation opportunities

President Lourenco also extended Eid Al-Adha greetings to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, wishing him continued health and happiness.

2025-06-08T18:29:06.556632+00:00 IST

UAE President receives phone call from Syrian President

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Ahmad Al-Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, during which they exchanged Eid Al-Adha greetings

2025-06-08T18:28:23.712299+00:00 IST

Israel: Social workers now allowed to warn authorities of domesti

Israel's Ministry of National Security announced an amendment to the Firearms Law, which allows social workers to report the danger posed by applicants for a firearms license in cases of fear of domestic violence.

2025-06-08T18:25:41.715373+00:00 IST

Sharjah chamber to honour Sharjah excellence award winners

The award is organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) under of Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah.

2025-06-08T18:23:34.374684+00:00 IST

Israel: Five arrested on money laundering charges, USD 37 million

The Israel Police said that, during an investigation, suspicions arose that some of the suspects had given loans to various parties and then blackmailed the borrowers with threats. It was also suspected that financial crimes of money laundering were committed in the course of operating the business.

2025-06-08T18:16:59.999781+00:00 IST

Israeli cabinet approves procedure to fire Attorney General

The resolution, proposed by Justice Minister Yariv Levin, allows the government to bypass the traditional statutory committee composed of legal professionals and public figures that previously oversaw such dismissals.

2025-06-08T17:08:22.299613+00:00 IST

UAE’s Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi meets Brazil, Belarus leaders

UAE's Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi met Brazil's Senate President and Belarus' foreign affairs head at the BRICS Parliamentary Forum to strengthen bilateral ties, explore cooperation in technology, energy, and investment, and promote strategic partnerships benefiting all countries involved.

2025-06-08T14:29:19.255477+00:00 IST

2 killed in separate stabbings as Israel faces surge in homicides

In Nahariya, 67-year-old Daniela Yakubovich was found stabbed to death in her home around 10 PM, according to police.

2025-06-08T11:05:42.426884+00:00 IST

UAE committed to protecting oceans, advancing..: Amna Al Dhahak

Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE's Minister of Climate Change and Environment, affirmed the UAE's ongoing commitment to protecting ocean ecosystems and enhancing their sustainability as a vital resource at both the national and global levels.

2025-06-08T10:55:42.914829+00:00 IST

Three suspects shot during arrest procedure in the South Hebron

An initial report of an attempted stabbing at the entrance to Dahariya in the South Hebron Hills has been updated.

2025-06-07T23:14:05.324699+00:00 IST

67-year-old woman stabbed to death in Northern Israel

A 67-year-old woman was fatally stabbed Saturday evening in her home in Nahariya, northern Israel. MDA medics pronounced her dead at the scene. Her son, a mentally ill man in his 30s, was arrested on suspicion of murder.

2025-06-07T23:13:44.850323+00:00 IST

PM Netanyahu condemns vandalism at supreme court

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a strong condemnation Saturday night following damage to a window at Israel's Supreme Court building in Jerusalem, discovered late Thursday night.

2025-06-07T22:57:15.718976+00:00 IST

Saudi Arabia announces successful first trial of drone-based medi

Saudi Arabia announced the successful pilot launch of drone-based medicine delivery between primary healthcare centres and hospitals in the holy sites, marking a significant milestone and a first-of-its-kind initiative, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported Saturday.

2025-06-07T18:20:14.690006+00:00 IST

AI offers promising opportunity for achieving development

During the discussion on "Parliamentary Cooperation for Responsible and Inclusive Artificial Intelligence", Sara Mohammad Falaknaz, FNC Member, stated that artificial intelligence represents a promising opportunity for achieving development and balanced growth.

2025-06-07T18:11:30.916550+00:00 IST