Middle East

ne’ma Partners with Taste of Abu Dhabi

ne'ma, the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, has teamed up with Taste of Abu Dhabi 2024 as its official "Food Waste Reduction Partner." The collaboration, aimed at raising awareness and offering practical solutions to reduce food waste, will take place during the culinary event from November 15-17.

2024-11-11T13:51:43.303799+00:00 IST

Israel announces expansion of humanitarian area in Gaza

Amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday announced the expansion of the humanitarian area in Gaza. This expanded zone will now include field hospitals established since the start of the war, tent compounds, shelter supplies

2024-11-11T13:44:07.823604+00:00 IST

UAE President issues Federal Decree establishing UAE Aid Agency

The President of the UAE, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, issued a decree establishing the UAE Aid Agency, which will focus on executing humanitarian and development projects globally. The agency aims to enhance the UAE's efforts in disaster relief, post-conflict stabilisation, and capacity-building, in alignment with the nation's long-standing humanitarian commitment.

2024-11-11T13:43:08.753174+00:00 IST

Dubai Humanitarian mobilises relief supplies from UNHCR

Following the directive of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has mobilised urgent relief supplies for people directly affected by the conflict in Lebanon.

2024-11-11T00:47:12.332157+00:00 IST

Sharjah Ruler attends dinner honouring SIBF guest of honour

Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended the dinner held on Sunday, in celebration of the Kingdom of Morocco as the guest of honour at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), which took place at the Al Nabooda House in the Heart of Sharjah area.

2024-11-11T00:40:09.598170+00:00 IST

Netanyahu admits Israel's role in Hezbollah pager attacks

The attacks carried out on September 17 and 18, targeted thousands of handheld pagers and hundreds of walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah members across Lebanon and Syria.

2024-11-10T21:56:03.324783+00:00 IST

Zayed National Museum honours UAE Heritage

The Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi celebrates UAE's heritage and the legacy of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. With six permanent galleries and the outdoor "Al Masar Garden," the museum offers immersive exhibits on Emirati history, nature, and identity.

2024-11-10T09:44:07.973407+00:00 IST

Qatar suspends mediation in Israel-Hamas talks: Report

Qatar, which has long hosted Hamas' political office in Doha, has been a key intermediary, alongside Egypt, in facilitating discussions between the two parties that do not directly engage with each other.

2024-11-10T03:57:32.194097+00:00 IST

UAE President visit To Kuwait boosts cooperation: UAE Ambassador

Dr. Matar Hamed Al Neyadi, UAE Ambassador to Kuwait, affirmed that the upcoming visit of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to Kuwait on Sunday, at the invitation of Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait, will open new avenues for cooperation across various sectors.

2024-11-09T15:34:54.426919+00:00 IST

UAE delivers 530 tonnes of aid to Lebanon

Following the directives of Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, the Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi Foundation for Humanitarian Affairs and the Fujairah Charity Association have delivered 530 tonnes of food supplies as part of the "UAE Stands with Lebanon" relief campaign.

2024-11-09T15:23:33.529203+00:00 IST

Muslim Council of Elders hold seminar on Islamic heritage

The Muslim Council of Elders' pavilion at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair held a seminar titled "Tolerance and Coexistence in Islamic Heritage: Foundations and Enduring Values."

2024-11-09T15:15:32.131497+00:00 IST

Qatar agrees to expel Hamas leaders from Doha: Report

Qatar has reportedly agreed to expel Hamas leaders from its capital, Doha, following a request from the United States, marking a significant development in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, according to a report by CNN.

2024-11-09T13:48:00.436569+00:00 IST

WHO Chief warns of imminent famine in Gaza

WHO's Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that Northern Gaza is on the brink of facing an imminent famine if interventions regarding humanitarian aid are not made within days in the area.

2024-11-09T09:52:45.785211+00:00 IST

UAE Prez issues Decree forming Board of Trustees of EZP

President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued Federal Decree Number 42 of 2024 forming the Board of Trustees of Erth Zayed Philanthropies under the chairmanship of Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs and Chairman of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council.

2024-11-09T02:26:31.499961+00:00 IST

Mahmoud Abbas calls US President-elect Trump to congratulate him

Abbas congratulated Trump on his election victory this week and wished him good luck as he prepared for his second term in the White House

2024-11-08T23:50:20.444848+00:00 IST

Israel to open Kissufim crossing to facilitate aid in Gaza

In a statement on Friday, it said as part of the effort to increase the volume and routes of aid to Gaza, the IDF via COGAT and the Southern Command, is preparing to open the Kissufim crossing.

2024-11-08T23:28:32.431538+00:00 IST

RTA completes development of Al Jamayel Street

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the Al Jamayel Street Development Project, which includes four new bridges and extensive road upgrades, enhancing traffic flow between major routes and reducing travel time for commuters. The project is a key part of RTA's efforts to improve Dubai's east-west transportation corridors.

2024-11-08T17:58:45.604761+00:00 IST

Local Jews help in rescuing Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam

Members of the local Jewish community and Israelis living in Amsterdam helped to rescue Israeli football fans during the night of violence in the Dutch capital. Notably, at least 10 Israeli soccer fans were injured when a mob of rioters shouting "Free Palestine" attacked them in Amsterdam on Wednesday night, prompting authorities to advise Israelis in the Dutch capital not to leave their hotels.

2024-11-08T17:44:08.970840+00:00 IST

“India did everybody a favour!”: Puri on Russian oil imports

Puri pointed out that some "ill informed commentators" wanting to put restrictions on India when European and Asian countries had also engaged in significant energy purchases from Russia.

2024-11-08T02:50:36.432947+00:00 IST

Second batch of contributions for Lebanese Mothers

As part of the contributions from the "Mother of Nation," a total of 160 tonnes of supplies for Lebanese women, suffering from the consequences of the ongoing conflict, have been dispatched through four relief flights

2024-11-08T01:37:30.241728+00:00 IST

Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah celebrates achievements

The conference announced a historic achievement: the publication of 127 volumes of the Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language, the first of its kind in the Arab world.

2024-11-08T01:35:19.744855+00:00 IST