Middle East

US forces continue operations against Houthis

While sharing the video on X, US Central Command posted, "CENTCOM forces continue operations against Iran-backed Houthi terrorists."

2025-03-17T02:45:01.870096+00:00 IST

Israel ensures proper egg supply for passover holiday

Israel's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is working to ensure the supply of eggs in the country for the upcoming Passover holiday declaring, "supply of eggs for Passover will continue as usual."

2025-03-17T00:51:51.028099+00:00 IST

Endowment and Society Conference concludes in Abu Dhabi

The Endowment and Society Conference concluded today after two days of activities that ran under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. The event was organised by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, at Erth Hotel, Abu Dhabi.

2025-03-17T00:51:33.942309+00:00 IST

Netanyahu to ask for termination of Israel’s anti-terror chief

Prime Minister Netanyahu is meeting Sunday evening with Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service) head Ronen Bar. Netanyahu has informed Bar that he will bring a resolution to the government this week calling for Bar's termination.

2025-03-16T17:56:13.008026+00:00 IST

Israel’s hostage negotiating team holding talks in Egypt

The Prime Minister's Office reported that, as instructed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's hostage negotiating team is now meeting in Egypt with senior Egyptian officials to discuss the issue of hostages.

2025-03-16T17:49:36.173478+00:00 IST

World Rowing Federation to organise global events in UAE

The World Rowing Federation has announced plans to organise global programmes and events in the UAE, recognising it as a leading sports destination and a hub for international sports federations, particularly in water and marine sports.

2025-03-16T17:13:29.072268+00:00 IST

Israel to continue mediation talks for hostage release

"Following the discussion, the Prime Minister instructed the negotiating team to prepare for the continuation of the talks as per the mediators' response to the Witkoff proposal for the immediate release of 11 living hostages and half of the deceased hostages," it said.

2025-03-16T16:50:26.031652+00:00 IST

UAE: SEWA unveils largest 220 kv substation

The Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) has launched the largest 220 kv substation in the network, located at the airport area in Umm Fannin.

2025-03-16T13:34:09.250795+00:00 IST

Air Force strike kills six terrorists in Gaza

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) eliminated six terrorists in a strike in Northern Gaza on Saturday, including one who took part in the October 7 attacks in Israel and another two posing as journalists.

2025-03-16T10:52:51.592206+00:00 IST

Israeli military kills two Hezbollah terrorists

"The activities of these terrorists constitute a violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon," said the IDF.

2025-03-16T09:28:01.055382+00:00 IST

Dubai: RTA completes 40 pc of nol digital payment system upgrade

Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA, stated, "Given the scale of the project, which has a total cost of AED550 million, it has been divided into three key phases.

2025-03-16T09:19:35.775029+00:00 IST

60 Palestinian terror suspects arrested in past week

In the past week, soldiers from Israel's Commando Brigade arrested more than 60 wanted Palestinian terror suspects and confiscated dozens of weapons in Judea and Samaria the Israel Defense Forces said on Saturday.

2025-03-15T23:59:10.750428+00:00 IST

Rulers of Emirates condole with Saudi King on passing of Princess

Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have sent separate messages of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the passing of Princess Noura bint Bandar bin Mohammed Al Abdulrahman Al Saud.

2025-03-15T23:58:46.487681+00:00 IST

Dubai’s Most Noble Number charity auction held in support of Fath

The Most Noble Number charity auction, hosted this evening in Dubai, has raised AED83,677,000, all of which will be invested to help support the objectives of the Fathers' Endowment campaign.

2025-03-15T23:57:48.837707+00:00 IST

MCE calls for dialogue, coexistence in response to Islamophobia

The Muslim Council of Elders, led by Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, emphasised the urgent need to promote dialogue, tolerance, coexistence, and peace in response to the growing rhetoric of hatred, extremism, discrimination, and Islamophobia.

2025-03-15T17:12:56.658100+00:00 IST

Senior Israeli military commanders asses security issues

The Commander of the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) Central Command, Major General Avi Bluth, the Commander of the IDF Civil Administration, Brigadier General Hisham Ibrahim, and the Commander of the Judea and Samaria Division, Brigadier General Yaki Dolf, held field assessments of the situation towards the end of the second weekend of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

2025-03-15T17:12:35.899157+00:00 IST

UNRWA collapse will doom generation of children: Com-general

The Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, warned that the collapse of the agency would deprive an entire generation of Palestinian children of education.

2025-03-15T16:51:35.980838+00:00 IST

UAE reaffirms commitment to children

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to providing a strong social and educational system for children on Emirati Children's Day. He emphasised the role of families, communities, and institutions in fostering children's growth, identity, and leadership skills.

2025-03-15T11:49:19.226791+00:00 IST

Sheikha Latifa on Emirati Children’s Day

Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasised the importance of Emirati Children's Day, highlighting the UAE's commitment to nurturing young talent and fostering a generation of future leaders. She underscored the nation's dedication to children's rights and empowerment.

2025-03-15T11:46:56.131574+00:00 IST

UAE marks Emirati Children’s Day

The UAE celebrates Emirati Children's Day on March 15, reaffirming its commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment for children. This year's celebration aligns with the "Year of Community," emphasising child empowerment and community participation.

2025-03-15T11:45:52.653573+00:00 IST

IACAD contributes AED 1 million to Fathers’ Endowment campaign

The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has contributed AED 1 million to the Fathers' Endowment campaign, an initiative by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to establish a sustainable healthcare fund for the underprivileged.

2025-03-15T11:21:43.031513+00:00 IST