Middle East

Israel Rolls Out First Domestically Made Quantum Computer

Israel rolled out its first domestically made operational quantum computer, laying the groundwork for further technological advancements.

2024-12-17T09:21:03.964015+00:00 IST

Sharjah advances healthcare transformation

The Executive Committee for the Expansion of Healthy Cities Programme in Sharjah hosted a workshop Monday, as part of its ongoing efforts to embrace and implement global health standards. The event brought together 105 government officials from cities across the Emirate, including Khorfakkan, Kalba, Al Dhaid, Al Madam, Mleiha, Dibba Al Hisn, Al Hamriya, and Al Batayeh.

2024-12-17T09:20:20.970845+00:00 IST

Israel "closer than ever" to close hostage deal with Hamas

Katz's comments to the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defence Committee were reportedly made in a closed-door meeting, but leaks of his remarks were reported widely in the Hebrew press.

2024-12-17T00:19:25.715704+00:00 IST

XRG, bp launch new natural gas platform 'Arcius Energy'

XRG and bp have finalised the formation of their joint venture, Arcius Energy, a new international natural gas platform. The JV, with bp holding a 51% stake and XRG 49%, will initially operate in Egypt, focusing on growing a competitive gas portfolio. This partnership aims to support a lower-carbon transition, leveraging the technical strengths of both companies. Senior leadership, including Naser Saif Al Yafei as CEO and Katerina Papalexandri as CFO, have been appointed for the new platform.

2024-12-16T10:53:43.832852+00:00 IST

Israel to close embassy in Ireland

Israel will shut down its embassy in Ireland because of Dublin's recognition of a Palestinian state and support for South Africa's genocide case against Tel Aviv at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)

2024-12-16T01:37:56.864382+00:00 IST

Netanyahu confirms holding "very warm" phone call with Trump

Netanyahu said in the video message that he had a "very friendly, very warm, and very important conversation" on Saturday (local time) and told about the need for Israel to "complete its victory."

2024-12-15T23:06:57.453215+00:00 IST

Israeli cabinet approves plan to double settlements in Golan

Notably, Israel conquered the Golan from Syria in 1967 and annexed it in 1981. Though most of the world does not recognize Israeli control of the region, the US granted its recognition in 2019, according to Times of Israel.

2024-12-15T21:21:52.355820+00:00 IST

Palestinian authority cracks down on Jenin terror groups

Palestinian Authority security forces on Sunday continued a rare crackdown on terror strongholds in Jenin.

2024-12-15T18:12:46.138526+00:00 IST

UAE healthcare system sets global standards in preventive medicin

Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of M42, emphasised that the UAE's healthcare system has become a global benchmark in preventive medicine, driven by Abu Dhabi and other emirates hosting advanced hospitals, pioneering robotic technologies, innovative genomic research, and an artificial intelligence-supported healthcare infrastructure.

2024-12-15T17:58:16.751279+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development finances 33 projects worth AED23 b

The enduring partnership between the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Kingdom of Bahrain stands as a testament to the strength of bilateral cooperation between the two sisterly nations and their shared commitment to sustainable development.

2024-12-15T17:54:44.787340+00:00 IST

Dubai Women’s Board of Directors discusses projects for the first

The Board of Directors of the Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) discussed during its fourth meeting for 2024 the initiatives and projects that the establishment intends to implement during the first half of 2025, as part of the establishment's strategic plan 2023-2027, which focuses on enhancing the professional and leadership capabilities of female employees in the public, private and semi-government sectors, and contributing to supporting the economic growth of the Emirate of Dubai and the UAE in general.

2024-12-15T17:54:18.175204+00:00 IST

Car stopped by Israeli Police had 13 illegal Palestinians

A suspicious car that sparked roadblocks on the Jerusalem-Tel Aviv Highway this afternoon was carrying 13 Palestinians who illegally entered Israel looking for work, and was not terror-related as initially feared, the Israeli Police said.

2024-12-15T17:39:32.019511+00:00 IST

UAE participates in 113th ministerial meeting of AEO

The UAE participated in the 113th ministerial meeting of the Arab Energy Organisation (AEO), which took place today in the State of Kuwait, with the participation of ministers of oil and energy from the member states

2024-12-15T16:44:15.947217+00:00 IST

Israeli Army’s 91st Division Seizes Over 10,000 Hezbollah Weapons

Israeli troops from the army's 91st Division operating in southern Lebanon have confiscated more than 10,000 Hezbollah weapons in recent months, the Israel Defense Forces disclosed on Sunday.

2024-12-15T16:31:44.077079+00:00 IST

Israel Eliminates Dozens of Hamas Terrorists in Beit Hanoun

Israeli soldiers eliminated dozens of Palestinian terrorists in Beit Hanoun, an area of northern Gaza where Hamas has been trying to regroup, the Israel Defense Forces disclosed on Sunday.

2024-12-15T16:26:33.251883+00:00 IST

Turkiye calls for dismantling of Kurdish groups in Syria  

Turkiye Defence Minister Yasar Guler on Sunday emphasised on the dismantling of Khurdish groups PKK/YKG in Syria, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

2024-12-15T13:04:44.436163+00:00 IST

UAE wraps up COP16 participation

The UAE concluded its participation in the 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) by emphasising the importance of strengthening international cooperation to develop practical solutions for halting desertification and addressing drought.

2024-12-15T09:34:52.675927+00:00 IST

Camel Trek embarks on epic journey across Western Desert

In a bold celebration of the UAE's heritage, the 11th edition of the Camel Trek is well into its 13-day desert odyssey, with 33 participants from 17 countries, each embodying the spirit of the UAE.

2024-12-15T09:29:21.914733+00:00 IST

Israeli Justice Minister threatens to renew judicial overhaul

Raising the spectre of a constitutional crisis, Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin threatened to renew a judicial overhaul stalled by war, accusing the High Court of Justice of overstepping its authority by undermining the Knesset's legislative and the government's executive powers in a lengthy Facebook post on Saturday night.

2024-12-15T09:23:05.531702+00:00 IST

Hazza bin Zayed receives sheikhs, officials, citizens at Al Maqam

Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, received sheikhs, senior officials, citizens, and well-wishers at Al Maqam Palace in Al Ain.

2024-12-15T01:05:09.702222+00:00 IST

Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 supports Gaza with water

Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 has implemented a project to support local authorities in Gaza by providing trucks for potable water and sanitation services.

2024-12-15T01:03:58.270050+00:00 IST