Middle East

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.

2024-12-24T13:12:14.330462+00:00 IST

Ahead of Christmas, Netanyahu thanks Christian communities

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued holiday wishes to Israel's Christian communities, as well as those around the world, ahead of the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, thanking them for supporting the country over more than a year of war.

2024-12-24T13:09:41.144024+00:00 IST

Millions allocated for 165 environmental projects in Israel

A total of 432 applications were submitted to the fund, totaling approximately 1.2 billion Shekels (USD 326 million). Approximately 70 per cent - 294 applications - were submitted by local authorities, of which 60 were submitted by minority authorities and 12 applications were submitted by city associations.

2024-12-24T12:38:01.489291+00:00 IST

International Charity Org implements projects in Kyrgyzstan

A delegation from the International Charity Organisation, led by Dr. Khaled Abdul Wahab Al Khaja, Secretary-General of the organisation, concluded a seven-day working visit to the Republic of Kyrgyzstan.

2024-12-24T09:47:19.706676+00:00 IST

Economy Middle East Summit to convene in May 2025

Economy Middle East and ADGM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to announce their partnership for the second edition of the Economy Middle East Summit, set to take place on May 15, 2025.

2024-12-24T09:26:15.365043+00:00 IST

Israel defence minister confirms killing Hamas leader Haniyeh

Hamas leader Hanieyh's killing came hours after top Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr was killed in an Israeli air attack on the southern suburbs of Lebanon's capital, Beirut, on July 31.

2024-12-24T05:19:25.967955+00:00 IST

MBZUH launches Heritage Initiative

The Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities (MBZUH) has launched the Authentic Identity and Sustainable Heritage initiative to promote awareness of Emirati heritage and its link to cultural and social sustainability. The initiative features interactive programs, including workshops on Emirati coffee traditions and falconry training, aimed at preserving and passing on national identity to future generations. Chancellor Khalifa Mubarak Al Dhaheri highlighted the program's role in transforming national identity into a continuous experience, aligning with the UAE's vision of balancing progress with authentic roots.

2024-12-23T20:47:16.186518+00:00 IST

Dubai establishes Resilience Centre

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, has issued Decree No. (48) of 2024 to establish the Dubai Resilience Centre. The entity aims to enhance Dubai's capacity to manage risks, emergencies, crises, and disasters, reinforcing its position as a global leader in agility and preparedness. The Centre, under the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, will coordinate resilience planning, conduct data analysis, develop response strategies, and execute simulation exercises. All entities in Dubai are mandated to support the Centre, which will report directly to the Supreme Committee.

2024-12-23T20:23:14.297936+00:00 IST

Dubai: MBRF concludes 12th ‘Bil Arabi’

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) concluded the 12th edition of the 'Bil Arabi' initiative, which is one of MBRF's key knowledge initiatives for promoting the use of the Arabic language in daily life and across digital channels, especially among the youth.

2024-12-23T18:25:35.463275+00:00 IST

Inaugural Al Ain Dates Festival to kick off on January 3

The festival will showcase a variety of competitions and events celebrating the date harvest season, including seven main date competitions focusing on such categories as Al Ain Elite, Khalas, Fard, Dabbas, Bumaan, Sheeshi, and Zamli.

2024-12-23T13:09:08.595001+00:00 IST

Israel finds remains of Yom Kippur War Helicopter in Syria

Israeli soldiers during a routine operation in Syria found the rotor head of an Air Force helicopter that crashed in Syria during the Yom Kippur War, the Israel Defense Forces said on Monday morning.

2024-12-23T09:32:38.207019+00:00 IST

Israel, Slovakia sign historic USD 582 million deal

Israel and Slovakia signed a 2 billion shekel (USD 582 million) agreement on Monday to boost the European country's air defense systems, in the largest defense export deal ever between the two.

2024-12-23T09:28:10.560044+00:00 IST

Ethiopian Prime Minister opens UAE-built orphanage in Oromia

The UAE has inaugurated its orphanage project in the Oromia region in Ethiopia as per the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

2024-12-23T02:23:36.419428+00:00 IST

Iraq, Oman sign two MoUs to strengthen cooperation

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud Al-Busaidi signed two memorandums of understanding to enhance bilateral cooperation. The MoUs focus on strengthening political ties and advancing collaboration in diplomatic studies and training. The agreements were finalized during the ninth session of the Joint Iraqi-Omani Committee, held in Baghdad.

2024-12-23T00:42:21.214063+00:00 IST

Hamdan approves Young Arab Leaders Board

Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the formation of the Board of Directors for the 'Young Arab Leaders' initiative, appointing 11 influential Arab figures to lead its next phase. Highlighting the vision of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the initiative aims to empower Arab youth, foster entrepreneurship, and inspire positive change across Arab societies.

2024-12-23T00:40:33.540267+00:00 IST

UAE braces for unstable weather

The UAE is set to experience unstable weather conditions until Thursday due to the interaction of low-pressure systems and strong upper-air winds, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. The forecast includes partly cloudy to cloudy skies with chances of rainfall over coastal, northern, and eastern regions. Winds will shift from south-easterly to north-westerly, with possible dust and sandstorms over land. The Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea may see rough sea conditions, particularly under active cloud cover.

2024-12-23T00:35:48.999156+00:00 IST

PM Modi highlights India’s soft power, advocates for Global South

"In Kuwait and the Gulf, Indian movies stand out as a prime example of this cultural connection. We have seen that people in Kuwait have a special liking for Indian cinema. I am told that there are three weekly shows on Kuwait Television on Indian movies and actors," he said.

2024-12-22T17:50:00.793149+00:00 IST

UAE, Belarus Presidents discuss bilateral relations

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Aleksandr Lukashenko, President of the Republic of Belarus, discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation to serve shared interests and advance development and prosperity in both countries.

2024-12-22T17:48:24.217151+00:00 IST

Netanyahu says Israel not acting alone against Houthi terrorists

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Sunday evening issued a statement pledging that Israel will continue to strike against Houthi terrorists based in Yemen and might even be joined in such attacks by the Americans.

2024-12-22T17:47:43.984696+00:00 IST

IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 launch on February 17 under UAE President's

Under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the Ministry of Defence, in strategic partnership with ADNEC Group, will be organising the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2025 on February 17-21. The globally renowned and highly anticipated events in the defence sector will also include the International Defence Conference.

2024-12-22T17:47:15.851188+00:00 IST

Will not allow Hezbollah to rebuild terror infra: Israel

Defence Minister Israel Katz visited an IDF outpost in Lebanon on Sunday to oversee the army's preparations to implement the next stage of a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah.

2024-12-22T17:33:41.480766+00:00 IST