Middle East

Shurooq to welcome 2025 with 25-minute firework spectacles

Taking place on December 31, 2024, starting from 8:00 PM, this year's New Year Celebration promises to be Sharjah's most dazzling event, filled with excitement, entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere for all ages.

2024-12-25T17:47:44.300241+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Azerbaijan, conveys condolences

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity and conveyed its sincere condolences to the Republic of Azerbaijan over the victims of the Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane crash in Kazakhstan, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.

2024-12-25T17:47:08.983988+00:00 IST

UAE President and Turkish Foreign Minister discuss bilateral rela

Hakan Fidan conveyed to the UAE President the greetings of Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Turkiye, and his wishes for further progress and prosperity for the UAE.

2024-12-25T17:46:52.989515+00:00 IST

UAE ideal destination for organising world's most prestigious gol

Tom Phillips, Director of the Middle East at DP World Tour, who is responsible for the development of the men's professional golf tour across the region, said that the UAE is an ideal destination for organising and hosting the world's most prestigious golf tournaments, most notably the DP World Tour, which sees the participation of an elite group of players from around the world.

2024-12-25T17:31:09.234859+00:00 IST

ADFD extends additional AED 147 million loan to complete Velana

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has announced an additional loan of AED 147 million (USD 40 million) to support the completion of the Velana International Airport project in the Maldives.

2024-12-25T17:26:00.769545+00:00 IST

AD Ports Group completes restructuring of Noatum Group Assets

The integration of Barcelona-based Noatum Group, a vertically integrated provider of global logistics services with activities in 32 countries and 16 terminals in Spain, is designed to leverage Noatum's international brand equity and solidify AD Ports Group's corporate structure while pursuing its international expansion strategy.

2024-12-25T17:25:21.972555+00:00 IST

Mohammed bin Rashid underscores importance of bold approach

Speaking at a meeting with prominent leaders, dignitaries and senior officials at Za'abeel Palace, in the presence of 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; and Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, Mohammed highlighted the nation's emergence as a global model for progress and sustainability, and outlined priorities for accelerating growth and preparing for future challenges.

2024-12-25T17:24:12.069197+00:00 IST

Latifa bint Mohammed unveils report on Dubai’s creative economy

In line with the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for talent, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has unveiled a report titled 'Creative Dubai: Navigating Tomorrow's Creative Landscape'.

2024-12-25T17:18:03.485775+00:00 IST

Israeli President thanks President Murmu for Hanukkah wishes

Herzog emphasised the friendship between both the countries and said that together, Israel and India bring light to the world.

2024-12-25T16:04:27.607802+00:00 IST

"Israel's confession of killing Haniyeh justifies Iran's attack"

Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran's permanent representative to the UN, made the remarks in a letter addressed to the UN Security Council while reacting to the confession on Monday by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, in which he admitted for the first time that Israel had assassinated Haniyeh in Tehran, Xinhua quoted Tasnim news agency.

2024-12-25T12:49:42.226190+00:00 IST

Syria secures agreement to integrate rebel factions

Syria's de facto leader and Vice President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has reached an agreement with Syrian rebel factions to unite under the country's Defence Ministry, according to the new Syrian administration, Al Jazeera reported on Tuesday.

2024-12-25T11:44:33.785818+00:00 IST

TRENDS participates in Annual Forum for Think Tanks

TRENDS Research & Advisory Centre participated with a research paper titled "The Use of AI by Terrorist Groups: Threats and the Role of Think Tanks" in the 2nd Annual Forum for Think Tanks in Arab Countries.

2024-12-25T09:19:48.625074+00:00 IST

UAE Wooden Powerboat Championship to kick off on December 28

The city of Khorfakkan is set to host the UAE Wooden Powerboat Championship (Shawahif), scheduled to begin on 28th December as part of the second edition of the Khorfakkan Marine Festival.

2024-12-25T09:16:53.960545+00:00 IST

Two Palestinian men killed in Israeli airstrike on Tulkarm

Two Palestinian men were killed in an Israeli drone airstrike on the Al-Hamam neighborhood of Tulkarm Camp, marking the second such attack in the area on the same day. The Palestine Red Crescent Society confirmed recovering the bodies from the scene as strikes targeted both Tulkarm and Nur Shams camps.

2024-12-25T01:00:46.250056+00:00 IST

Iran lifts ban on WhatsApp, Google Play

Iranian authorities have lifted the ban on WhatsApp and the Google Play Store after a meeting with top government officials. The decision marks a shift in the country's internet policies, fulfilling a key promise made by President Masoud Pezeshkian during his campaign. The government emphasised the importance of regulating cyberspace while supporting domestic platforms, signalling a move toward more open internet access.

2024-12-24T22:47:39.876100+00:00 IST

UAE: Emarat, Lootah Biofuels sign MoU to enhance cooperation in r

The Emarat Petroleum Company (Emarat) and Lootah Biofuels have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in line with the UAE plans to develop renewable energy sources and enhance sustainability.

2024-12-24T17:30:20.438978+00:00 IST

Five terrorists operating in Gaza hospital eliminated

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that overnight units of its Givati Infantry Brigade completed what it called a limited operation against terrorist operatives and infrastructure in the area of the Indonesian Hospital in Jabalia in northern Gaza. During the operation, a number of terrorists were apprehended, including one who took part in the October 7 massacre. Five additional terrorists were eliminated by Israeli forces.

2024-12-24T17:25:04.119517+00:00 IST

UAE: Dubai to host first World Congress of Neurosurgery

Dubai is set to host the 19th World Congress of Neurosurgery in 2025, bringing one of the most prestigious congresses in the medical field to the Middle East for the first time.

2024-12-24T17:22:07.972720+00:00 IST

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to resume Beirut flights on January 9

The airline will operate four direct weekly flights between Zayed International Airport and Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut.

2024-12-24T15:27:21.525715+00:00 IST

DCT Abu Dhabi records 4.8 million hotel visitors received in 2024

DCT Abu Dhabi also welcomed more than 3.9 million visitors across its cultural events and landmarks YTD October, a 21 percent increase compared to the same period last year, highlighting the success of Abu Dhabi's cultural initiatives.

2024-12-24T15:22:35.133087+00:00 IST

Ajman Crown Prince approves emirate's energy strategy 2030

The Crown Prince highlighted that this strategy provides a clear path toward achieving a sustainable, secure, and advanced energy system by 2030, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, governance, and creating development opportunities to enhance the quality of life.

2024-12-24T15:19:45.629409+00:00 IST