Middle East

Israel drops 10,000 humanitarian aid packages for Syrian Druze

Israel has dropped 10,000 humanitarian aid packages to Druze communities in southern Syria, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar disclosed on Thursday.

2025-03-13T10:20:09.152096+00:00 IST

UAE President receives Crown Prince of Bahrain

The meeting also addressed the deep-rooted and close bonds between the UAE and Bahrain. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening cooperation in ways that serve the mutual interests of their peoples.

2025-03-12T23:23:50.485391+00:00 IST

Israel: Regional Emergency Warehouse established in Kiryat Ono

"The warehouse will significantly strengthen the local authority's preparedness and improve the availability of equipment and the ability to respond to the entire region," said the Ministry of the Interior.

2025-03-12T21:24:12.188727+00:00 IST

Israel’s FM meets with Ethiopian counterpart in Jerusalem

The two met privately and then held an expanded bilateral meeting. Their meeting focused on promoting relations between the countries in all aspects. Minister Saar announced that he will soon hold a reciprocal visit to Ethiopia.

2025-03-12T20:46:17.260618+00:00 IST

DIAC to attract over 3000 swimmers

The Dubai International Aquatics Championships (DIAC) will bring together 3,000 elite athletes from 40 countries, creating a culturally diverse and vibrant event. The annual competition in five water sport disciplines will take place from March 21 to April 20 at Hamdan Sports Complex.

2025-03-12T16:59:50.408052+00:00 IST

Israel unveils 2050 housing strategy

The 2050 Housing Strategy that Israel's National Economic Council is published today makes it possible to plan and provide a better response to the housing challenges of the State of Israel, while maintaining social and geographical balance, while implementing government policy regarding spatial and metropolitan development in areas of demand and in the periphery, and in relation to the government goal of lowering housing prices.

2025-03-12T01:35:46.090873+00:00 IST

UAE President receives phone call from Uzbek President

The discussion also covered ways to strengthen cooperation and expand bilateral ties, particularly in the fields of economy, trade, investment, renewable energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence, among other sectors that serve mutual interests and benefit both nations.

2025-03-12T01:34:33.660457+00:00 IST

Permits for 1,500 more foreign workers to be allocated

Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry is publishing a quota allocation of 1,500 permits for professional foreign workers in the industrial sector. The Ministry said this is being done in order to "enable the continued operation and growth of factories, for the purpose of developing and strengthening the economy."

2025-03-11T18:03:06.904120+00:00 IST

Dubai’s AED 38.5M cancer endowment

AWQAF Dubai and Al Jalila Foundation have partnered to develop a seven-story, AED 38.5 million endowment facility at Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital. The building's revenues will support cancer treatment, reinforcing Dubai's commitment to sustainable healthcare and philanthropy.

2025-03-11T13:27:59.352908+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi’s 10,000-drone light show

Abu Dhabi has signed a strategic partnership with Nova Sky Stories and Analog to launch an innovative drone-based storytelling initiative. The project will introduce a fleet of 10,000 light-show drones, blending cultural heritage with cutting-edge technology to create immersive experiences.

2025-03-11T13:24:22.975659+00:00 IST

Fathers’ Endowment Reaches AED 3.3B

The Fathers' Endowment campaign, launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has raised over AED 3.3 billion with contributions from more than 160,560 donors. The initiative aims to establish a sustainable endowment fund dedicated to providing healthcare for those in need, reinforcing the UAE's commitment to philanthropy.

2025-03-11T13:17:00.103687+00:00 IST

UAE Foreign Minister meets French Minister of Armed Forces

Upon his arrival at the French Ministry of Armed Forces, Sheikh Abdullah was received with an official welcome ceremony, where the national anthems of the United Arab Emirates and the French Republic were played, and a guard of honour was assembled in salute to him.

2025-03-11T01:33:29.602555+00:00 IST

Israel promoting renewable energy at sea

The maritime space constitutes another area for planning and promoting renewable energy systems, in light of the high density of land in the State of Israel, explained the Ministry.

2025-03-11T01:21:36.958030+00:00 IST

Israel sees 16.8 pc drop Year-to-Year in February vehicle imports

The Israel Tax Authority explained the low imports in February 2025 were due to the massive advance of vehicle imports in December 2024, on the eve of an increase in the purchase tax on electric vehicles and an update to the green taxation formula and green taxation outline in January 2025.

2025-03-11T00:29:44.093795+00:00 IST

Ajman parks win Green Flag Award 2025

Al Safia Park and Ajman Chamber Park won Green Flag Award 2024-2025, as a culmination of the efforts of Ajman Municipality and Planning Department in applying the best international practices in the field of green spaces.

2025-03-10T18:06:56.283011+00:00 IST

UAE President receives teachers in celebration of Ramadan

President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed a group of teachers, administrators, and outstanding students from various schools in celebration of the holy month of Ramadan.

2025-03-10T18:01:45.859966+00:00 IST

Northern businesses offered compensations for employees missing

Starting on Monday, business owners from communities evacuated due to the war, business owners in the northern confrontation line area, business owners in the northern Golan Heights defense area, and business owners in additional communities that appear on a list published on the Israel Tax Authority website, will be able to file a claim for compensation in the salary track for the months of November-December 2024.

2025-03-10T17:47:14.052702+00:00 IST

Israel’s FM tells UN special coordinator for Lebanon Iran

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met Met in Jerusalem with Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon.

2025-03-10T17:42:40.643667+00:00 IST

Israeli FM hosts Luxembourger counterpart in Jerusalem

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met in Jerusalem with Xavier Bettel, the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Luxembourg.

2025-03-10T17:42:22.418179+00:00 IST

Erada Centre becomes first in UAE

The Erada Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation in Dubai has become the first institution in the UAE and the Gulf region to receive accreditation from the Arab Board of Health Specialisations for its Psychiatry Fellowship - Addiction Treatment program. This milestone highlights Erada's commitment to training medical professionals to the highest international standards and advancing addiction treatment.

2025-03-10T13:44:26.932199+00:00 IST

Emirati doctors elevate UAE’s health sector

UAE Minister of Health and Prevention, Abdulrahman bin Mohamed Al Owais, praised Emirati doctors for their dedication and contributions to the country's healthcare system. On Emirati Doctor's Day, he highlighted their role in strengthening the UAE's global health standing and advancing medical excellence, supported by the nation's leadership.

2025-03-10T13:27:24.800862+00:00 IST