Middle East

Israeli forces expand Samaria anti-terror operation

As part of the operation to counter terrorism, many forces of the IDF, the Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service) and the Border Police began overnight an operation to counter terrorism in Nur al-Shams next to Tulkarm.

2025-02-09T09:28:12.583855+00:00 IST

Netanyahu returning to Israel after wrapping up US visit

After a week of discussions with US leaders, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed Washington on Sunday morning.

2025-02-09T09:21:24.117787+00:00 IST

Five Arrested for involvement in alleged protection racket

Police officers from the Northern District arrested five reputed members of a crime organization who were engaged in extorting protection money from construction sites and businesses.

2025-02-09T09:15:52.882915+00:00 IST

Israeli Foreign Minister meets US envoy for Middle East

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met Morgan Ortagus, US President Trump's deputy special envoy to the Middle East, and the two held discussions on the current situation in Lebanon and other regional issues.

2025-02-09T07:59:40.463506+00:00 IST

Israeli forces in Gaza fire on suspicious vehicle

Israeli forces in Gaza fired on a suspicious vehicle moving north outside approved routes and engaged a suspect approaching soldiers in the south. The IDF urged Gaza residents to follow instructions and avoid approaching troops.

2025-02-09T00:51:34.935685+00:00 IST

UAE condemns Israeli remarks

The UAE condemned Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's remarks about establishing a Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia, calling them a violation of international law. The UAE reaffirmed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the inviolability of its sovereignty. The UAE also reiterated its position against displacement of Palestinians and stressed the importance of a two-state solution for regional peace.

2025-02-08T22:04:51.652383+00:00 IST

Greek Foreign Minister visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Greek Foreign Minister Georgios Gerapetritis visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, emphasising the mosque's values of tolerance and coexistence. He toured the mosque's halls and admired its architecture, learning about its role in promoting Islamic culture. Gerapetritis highlighted the mosque's message of unity, peace, and prosperity. The visit concluded with a gift of a compass and a book on the mosque's architectural and artistic grandeur.

2025-02-08T22:03:25.241683+00:00 IST

Arab Parliament condemns Israeli comments

The Arab Parliament has condemned Israeli statements advocating for a Palestinian state within Saudi Arabia, asserting these remarks violate Saudi sovereignty and international law. The Parliament also reaffirms its solidarity with Saudi Arabia and emphasises the protection of Arab national security.

2025-02-08T21:42:57.495806+00:00 IST

Abdullah bin Zayed, Greek Foreign Minister discuss ties

The two top diplomats explored opportunities to further advance cooperation across several key sectors, including economic, investment, trade, and energy, in a manner that serves the shared interests of both nations and promotes prosperity and well-being for their peoples.

2025-02-08T17:04:52.883924+00:00 IST

3rd International Conference on Rare Diseases discusses AI role

Held in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Dubai Health Authority and a number of universities and concerned institutions inside and outside the country, the conference aims at raising awareness, exchanging experiences and exploring opportunities for cooperation to provide better care for individuals with rare diseases.

2025-02-08T16:54:16.346558+00:00 IST

UAE President's Endurance Cup to commence tomorrow

The 26th edition of the prestigious endurance event will attract a group of elite male and female riders.

2025-02-08T16:48:14.683518+00:00 IST

First Lady of Colombia briefed on UAE knowledge exchange

The Colombian First Lady engaged in discussions on fostering strategic cooperation between the governments of the United Arab Emirates and Colombia, with a focus on government knowledge exchange, community development, and humanitarian initiatives.

2025-02-08T16:47:27.736228+00:00 IST

UAE: Ministry of Finance announces issuance of cabinet decision

The UAE DMTT is closely aligned with the GloBE Model Rules issued by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

2025-02-08T13:05:58.486366+00:00 IST

Three hostages released by Hamas heading to Israel: IDF

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) announced that three hostages released by Hamas were on their way to Israel, where they will undergo an initial medical assessment.

2025-02-08T10:36:09.585170+00:00 IST

UAE Floating Hospital admitted 30 Palestinian patients

As part of 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3', the UAE Floating Hospital in Al-Arish has admitted around 30 patients from Gaza since the start of the ceasefire and the resumption of medical evacuations through the Rafah crossing.

2025-02-08T08:36:15.933571+00:00 IST

Cohesive society pillar of development, cultural renaissance

A cohesive and interconnected society has been a cornerstone of the UAE's development and cultural renaissance over the past five decades since the nation's founding.

2025-02-08T08:31:45.803859+00:00 IST

Al-Azhar condemns Orebro massacre in Sweden

Al-Azhar has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on an adult education centre in Orebro, Sweden, which claimed 11 lives and left several others injured.

2025-02-08T08:17:23.040279+00:00 IST

Step Dubai 2025 to begin February 19

Step Dubai 2025, the MENA region's leading tech event, returns for its 13th edition on February 19-20 in partnership with Dubai Internet City. The event will host over 8,000 attendees, 200 speakers, and a USD 9 billion fund presence.

2025-02-07T23:11:13.476276+00:00 IST

UAE strongly condemns shooting incident in Sweden

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the shooting incident at an educational centre in Orebro, Sweden, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries to dozens of innocent people.

2025-02-07T21:46:20.524248+00:00 IST

Dept of Govt Enablement showcases Abu Dhabi’s AI leadership

The Department of Government Enablement - Abu Dhabi (DGE) showcased Abu Dhabi's leadership in artificial intelligence at the prestigious Microsoft AI Tour held in Dubai on February 6, 2025, highlighting its transformative TAMM platform. DGE delivered a keynote emphasising its innovative use of AI to redefine public services.

2025-02-07T21:45:51.172750+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi's SWAAC ELSO Conference focuses on AI uses in ECMO prog

The event has drawn over 1,000 international expert researchers and clinicians in the field of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) from within the GCC and around the world.

2025-02-07T17:29:00.210550+00:00 IST