Middle East

Paraguayan President Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy

Paraguayan President Santiago Pena inaugurated his country's embassy in Jerusalem on Thursday, becoming the sixth country to open an embassy in the Israeli capital.

2024-12-13T01:23:20.749155+00:00 IST

Israeli planes attack Hezbollah terrorists

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that an Israel Air Force aircraft attacked earlier today a number of terrorists from the terrorist organisation Hezbollah.

2024-12-13T01:21:45.274939+00:00 IST

Netanyahu talks Syrian situation with US National Security Advise

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday in Jerusalem met with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. The two discussed regional developments, especially the reality-changing events in Syria.

2024-12-12T17:22:26.858748+00:00 IST

ADGM announces plans for establishment of Insurance Association

ADGM announced the forthcoming establishment of the Insurance Association within its jurisdiction.

2024-12-12T17:17:28.390969+00:00 IST

Emirates Group extends Airbus Leadership Programme for UAE Nation

The Emirates Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Beyond to extend Airbus's Leadership Programme for the Group's Emirati workforce for another three years.

2024-12-12T17:15:01.213164+00:00 IST

IDF conducts precise strikes on Hamas terrorists

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday said that they conducted precise strikes on armed Hamas terrorists in southern Gaza based on intelligence indicating plans to hijack humanitarian aid trucks.

2024-12-12T13:19:52.065615+00:00 IST

Hamdan bin Zayed issues Decree to protect soil from degradation

The Decree stipulates that EAD, in coordination with the concerned entities, will follow up on the policy instruments contained in the policy and implement them according to its time plan.

2024-12-12T12:37:21.573373+00:00 IST

Syria's new Prime Minister guarantees religious freedom to all

Bashir told Italian Corriere della Sera daily that "the rights of all people and all sects in Syria" will be guaranteed, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-12-12T06:53:01.102694+00:00 IST

12 humanitarian aid workers die in Israeli attack

A video clip shared by local Palestinian media in Gaza showed bodies stacked in a morgue that were reported to be the aid convoy's security personnel who were targeted west of Khan Younis on Thursday.

2024-12-12T05:34:07.815574+00:00 IST

Security forces launch manhunt following bus shooting attack

Security forces are launching a manhunt and setting up roadblocks around Bethlehem, following a Wednesday night shooting attack against an Israeli civilian bus between Jerusalem and Bethlehem.

2024-12-12T01:12:48.234681+00:00 IST

Terror attack of Jerusalem leaves young boy in serious condition

MDA medics and paramedics are providing emergency medical treatment following a terrorist shooting targeting a bus on Route 60, south of Jerusalem.

2024-12-12T01:12:29.968758+00:00 IST

Shooting attack on Israeli bus near Jerusalem

An Israeli bus was fired on in the Gush Etzyon regiong south of Jerusalem. Magen David Adom responders are treating victims

2024-12-12T01:03:02.461083+00:00 IST

Afghan minister for refugees killed in blast in Kabul

A Taliban spokesman confirmed his death, and Interior Ministry officials stated that the explosion was caused by a suicide bombing. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack.

2024-12-11T17:54:28.293180+00:00 IST

UAE to cut healthcare emissions by 20 per cent by 2030

A new report by Arthur D Little highlights the UAE's commitment to cutting carbon emissions from the healthcare sector by 20 per cent by 2030 through energy-saving measures, recycling initiatives, and waste reduction. The report aligns with the UAE's Net Zero 2050 vision and underscores the region's potential to lead in healthcare sustainability. With healthcare systems globally contributing 4.4 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions, Middle Eastern countries face unique challenges, including high energy demands and medical waste management. Experts stress the urgent need to accelerate decarbonisation in the sector to achieve ambitious sustainability targets.

2024-12-11T16:50:55.654623+00:00 IST

Celestyal announces arrival of maiden voyage to Dubai

Celestyal, a renowned Greek cruise company, has celebrated the arrival of its maiden voyage to Dubai with the Celestyal Journey, its latest vessel. The week-long Desert Days programme, in partnership with Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, features round-trip cruises with stops in Bahrain, Khasab, Sir Bani Yas Island, and Abu Dhabi. The ship will homeport in Dubai for three years, enhancing the emirate's standing as a leading cruise hub. A second vessel, the Celestyal Discovery, will join next winter to expand the regional cruise offerings.

2024-12-11T16:48:31.917092+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi’s Precision Medicine Programme aids cancer patients

Since its launch in October 2022, the Abu Dhabi Precision Medicine Programme for Oncology has provided tailored treatments to 256 Emirati cancer patients and prevention plans for their families. The initiative, led by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi and strategic partners, integrates genetic screening and personalised plans to enhance recovery and reduce cancer risks. It also identified high-risk individuals through the Emirati Genome Programme, promoting early intervention and preventive measures.

2024-12-11T16:39:20.830530+00:00 IST

Paraguay: No Heart & Soul to relations without Embassy in Israel

Visiting Paraguayan President Santiago Pena received a standing ovation at the Knesset, telling lawmakers on Wednesday he fully supported Israel's war against Hamas and insisted that opening an embassy in Jerusalem was vital to bilateral ties.

2024-12-11T16:29:58.386288+00:00 IST

Israeli airstrike kills Hamas paragliding unit commander

Israel eliminated the head of Hamas's paragliding unit and a commander in the terror group's elite Nukhba Force, both of whom participated in the October 7 attacks, the Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday.

2024-12-11T16:18:51.084390+00:00 IST

Muslim Council of Elders participates at Jeddah Book Fair

For the second time, the Muslim Council of Elders will have a dedicated pavilion at the Jeddah International Book Fair 2024, which kicks off tomorrow in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

2024-12-11T16:10:24.098621+00:00 IST

Mohammed al-Bashir aims to bring back Syrians living abroad

Syria's newly appointed Prime Minister, Mohammed al-Bashir, has prioritised the repatriation of Syrian refugees living abroad as one of his main objectives, according to a report by Al Jazeera. He said that one of his first goals is to "bring back the millions of Syrian refugees who are abroad."

2024-12-11T15:30:13.238652+00:00 IST

Iran's Supreme leader calls Syria crisis “joint US-Israel plot”

Sharing a post on Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, he said, "No one should doubt that what has taken place in #Syria is the product of a joint US-Israeli plot."

2024-12-11T12:01:40.188157+00:00 IST