Middle East

Israeli soldier, two terrorists killed in Jenin raid

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that during its anti-terrorist operation in Jenin, soldiers of the Haruv special forces unit killed the two terrorists they encountered on Thursday.

2025-01-31T10:13:21.096131+00:00 IST

Israel Air Force strikes Hezbollah weapons factory in Lebanon

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that Israel Air Force (IAF) fighter jets attacked during the night targets of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Bekaa region of Lebanon that the IDF said posed a threat to the Israeli home front and its forces.

2025-01-31T10:11:53.158887+00:00 IST

Israel PM Netanyahu welcomes home released hostages

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday evening issued a statement welcoming home the three Israelis who today were release from captivity in Gaza - Agam Berger, Arbel Yehud and Gadi Moses. Netanyahu also criticized how Hamas handled their release.

2025-01-30T23:58:15.399139+00:00 IST

UAE President visits Ahmed Khalifa Al Suwaidi in Abu Dhabi

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan paid a visit today to Ahmed Khalifa Al Suwaidi, UAE President's Representative, at his home in Abu Dhabi to check on his well-being.

2025-01-30T23:55:17.402370+00:00 IST

UAE President, VPs congratulate Ahmed Al-Sharaa on appointment as

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Ahmed Al-Sharaa on the occasion of assuming the presidency of the Syrian Arab Republic for the transitional period.

2025-01-30T23:54:26.797805+00:00 IST

Hamas confirms death of military leader Mohammed Deif, months aft

Hamas on Thursday confirmed killing of its military leader Mohammed Deif in an Israeli strike, months after the Israel Defense Forces announcement, Times of Israel reported.

2025-01-30T23:54:06.687111+00:00 IST

Israel releases 110 Palestinian prisoners after assurance from me

Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners after receiving security assurance from the mediators of the ongoing ceasefire-hostage deal, following the chaotic scenes in Khan Younis during the handover of Israeli and Thai hostages.

2025-01-30T20:45:40.530675+00:00 IST

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2025 kicks off tomorrow

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) 2025 kicks off tomorrow, Friday, setting the stage for an electrifying 2-day event that promises to redefine innovation and collaboration across the region.

2025-01-30T17:38:00.986666+00:00 IST

Hamdan bin Mohammed meets with Hazza bin Zayed in Al Ain

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region.

2025-01-30T17:26:12.551665+00:00 IST

UAE submits periodic report to UN Committee

The UAE has submitted its consolidated 22nd and 23rd periodic reports on the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination to the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD), in line with the country's human rights commitments.

2025-01-30T17:24:16.961561+00:00 IST

Israel halts release of Palestinian prisoners

Israel, while delaying the release, had asserted that the prisoners won't be freed until the "safe passage" of the hostages is "guaranteed in the next releases."

2025-01-30T16:11:04.351002+00:00 IST

UAE, Hungary discuss deepening trade, investment ties

The roundtable, which was hosted by the UAE Ministry of Economy, brought together prominent business leaders from both nations to identify areas of maximum potential in each other's markets, including renewable energy, sustainable technologies, digital transformation, logistics and aviation.

2025-01-30T12:55:14.153150+00:00 IST

Israel to hit 30 per cent renewable energy target by 2030

The average installation rate in recent years has been 1,000 megawatts per year, but to meet the targets, the installation rate must be accelerated by approximately 40 per cent to 1,400 megawatts per year. These data highlight the magnitude of the challenge and the need for significant steps to ensure the success of the plan.

2025-01-30T12:50:59.557151+00:00 IST

Syria: Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed as President

Syria has entered a transitional phase with its de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed as the President, Al Jazeera reported, citing the state-run news agency SANA.

2025-01-30T12:34:44.115137+00:00 IST

Netanyahu denounces ‘horrifying’ chaos of hostage handover

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced scenes of Palestinians mobbing the Red Cross convoy of hostages in Khan Yunis as "horrifying."

2025-01-30T12:31:56.206776+00:00 IST

Israeli hostage Agam Berger released by Hamas after 482 days

482 days since being held in captivity by Hamas after the horrific October 7 attack, Israeli hostage Agam Berger, 20, was freed in Gaza early Thursday (local time) as part of the latest prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas.

2025-01-30T11:28:56.838428+00:00 IST

UAE marks Chinese New Year

The UAE celebrated Chinese New Year with grand festivities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, highlighting 40 years of diplomatic ties with China. Events included cultural performances, fireworks, luxury promotions, and a special concert, reflecting the strong bilateral relationship and deep cultural exchange.

2025-01-30T09:27:44.254000+00:00 IST

Israel prison service stands ready for release of terrorists for

The Israel Prison Service (IPS) stated that it is prepared operationally for the process of releasing the imprisoned terrorists in return for the release of Israelis held hostage in Gaza, in accordance with the guidelines of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. Israel Prisons Chief Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi held another situation assessment for the operation.

2025-01-30T00:51:09.116976+00:00 IST

UAE leads innovation in rain enhancement: Centre for Western Weat

Luca Delle Monache, Director of Research at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) said that the UAE is playing a leading global role in enhancing rainfall through its advanced efforts in cloud seeding.

2025-01-30T00:38:10.449324+00:00 IST

UAE expresses concern over situation in Democratic Republic of Co

The UAE has expressed its deep concern over developments in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and called for enhancing peace and restoring stability.

2025-01-30T00:22:30.666237+00:00 IST