Middle East

Haifa Airport takes off again after months-long war closure

After months of being closed by war, Haifa International Airport resumed domestic and international flights on Sunday.

2024-12-22T17:29:16.682250+00:00 IST

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel not acting alone against Houthis

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on 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.

2024-12-22T17:23:36.058090+00:00 IST

India, Kuwait condemn terrorism in "all forms"

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kuwait, both sides discussed ways to promote cooperation on counter-terrorism operations, cybersecurity and prevention of radicalisation.

2024-12-22T17:20:41.590618+00:00 IST

PM Modi discusses roadmap to strengthen ties with Kuwaiti PM

The two leaders discussed a roadmap to strengthen the strategic partnership in areas including political, trade, investment, energy, defence, security, health, education, technology, cultural, and people-to-people ties, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

2024-12-22T16:56:06.747163+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Kuwaiti yoga enthusiast

Ali Jaber Al-Ali Al-Salim Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah is the maternal granddaughter of late Sheikh Jaber Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (Amir 1977-2006) and Sheikh Mishal Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (Current Amir since December 23, 2023).

2024-12-22T16:48:47.531516+00:00 IST

India, Kuwait commit to enhanced collaboration in energy, defence

India and Kuwait on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their partnership, marked by the establishment of a Joint Commission on Cooperation (JCC). Both nations also reaffirmed their strong bilateral partnership by emphasising on expanding cooperation across trade, investments, energy, defence, and technology.

2024-12-22T16:35:53.657618+00:00 IST

PM gets Kuwait's highest honour, proud moment for all: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday hailed the conferment of the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Order, Kuwait's highest civilian order on Prime Minister Narendra Modi by the Emir of Kuwait and emphasised that the honour recognises PM Modi's leadership in strengthening India's ties with the Gulf region.

2024-12-22T15:26:53.276730+00:00 IST

PM Modi concludes two-day visit to Kuwait, departs for New Delhi

Visiting Kuwait at the invitation of Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of the State of Kuwait, PM Modi held multiple engagements and held discussions to further deepen the India-Kuwait ties.

2024-12-22T14:12:16.698308+00:00 IST

“PM Modi confident India-GCC ties will strengthen": MEA

MEA Secretary CPV and OIA, Arun Kumar Chatterjee during a special briefing on the Prime Minister's visit to Kuwait said that in his meeting with Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Prime Minister of Kuwait, PM Modi engaged in delegation-level talks focused on deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.

2024-12-22T13:27:07.337173+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Amir of Kuwait

This was the first meeting between the two leaders. On arrival at the Bayan Palace, he was given a ceremonial welcome and received by Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister of Kuwait, as per the statement.

2024-12-22T13:02:58.653463+00:00 IST

PM Modi praises surge in 'Made in India' products in Kuwait

"Trade and commerce have been important pillars of our bilateral relationship. Our bilateral trade has been on an upswing. Our energy" partnership adds a unique value to our bilateral trade," PM Modi said in an interview with KUNA.

2024-12-22T11:48:53.050755+00:00 IST

PM Modi honoured with Kuwait's highest civilian award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received the highest civilian award 'The Order of Mubarak the Great', from the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah in Kuwait.

2024-12-22T11:20:49.649871+00:00 IST

Israeli startup’s cell therapy gets FDA fast-track designation

Netanya-based biotechnology startup BioGenCell announced it has received the US Food and Drug Administration's Fast Track Designation for BGC101, a personalized cell therapy for severe Critical Limb Threatening Ischemia (CLTI).

2024-12-22T09:10:32.898273+00:00 IST

Emirati women set historic milestones in 2024

Emirati women have played a vital role in the UAE's most significant achievements during 2024, a year marked by their growing presence and impact across various fields.

2024-12-22T09:09:56.077001+00:00 IST

‘Cruelty is terrorists hiding behind children’: Israel

Israel's Foreign Ministry swiped back at Pope Francis, whose Christmas address criticized Israeli airstrikes in Gaza as "cruelty."

2024-12-22T08:48:50.531113+00:00 IST

Kuwait: PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome, Guard of Honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour in Kuwait during his state trip to the Gulf country.

2024-12-22T08:35:28.786446+00:00 IST

Fujairah Horse Championship ends

The Fujairah International Arabian Horse Championship 2024 concluded at Fujairah Fort Arena under the patronage of Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. Mohammed highlighted the event's role in preserving cultural heritage and strengthening Fujairah's global equestrian status. Dubai Arabian Horse Stud won the Fujairah Golden Sword, with Mohammed also honoring judges, sponsors, and partners of the event.

2024-12-22T01:45:40.266639+00:00 IST

Rulers of Emirates congratulate Emir of Kuwait

The Rulers of the Emirates, including Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Umm Al Qaiwain, and Ras Al Khaimah, sent congratulatory messages to Emir Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah of Kuwait on the first anniversary of his accession to the throne. Their Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers also conveyed similar greetings to mark the occasion.

2024-12-22T01:45:02.196990+00:00 IST

"India will become growth engine of the world": PM Modi in Kuwait

"The India of the future will be the hub of the development of the world... it will be the growth engine of the world," PM Modi said.

2024-12-21T18:11:58.705351+00:00 IST

IDF, security Forces conduct counterterrorism raids in Judea and

Overnight Thursday, Israeli security forces - the IDF, ISA, and Border Police - conducted a series of counterterrorism operations across multiple areas in Judea and Samaria, targeting weapons and suspects linked to terrorist activities, according to the IDF's Spokesperson's Unit.

2024-12-21T17:56:40.221415+00:00 IST

UAE condemns car-ramming attack at market in Germany

The United Arab Emirates has condemned the criminal car ramming attack at a market in the German town of Magdeburg, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of dozens of innocent people.

2024-12-21T17:55:01.815826+00:00 IST