Middle East

Abdulla Al Hamed visits Sharjah International Book Fair

During his tour, Al Hamed visited several national pavilions participating in the Fair and reviewed their latest publications across various cultural and intellectual fields

2024-11-08T01:30:55.227363+00:00 IST

Bodour Al Qasimi honours winners of SIBF Awards and Turjuman

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), honoured the winners of the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024) Awards, alongside the 7th edition of the Sharjah Translation Award (Turjuman).

2024-11-07T18:08:15.584008+00:00 IST

Global Media Congress holds briefing on updates on third edition

The Organising Committee of the Global Media Congress held a media briefing to present the latest updates on the third edition of the global event, which is held under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.

2024-11-07T16:19:37.913501+00:00 IST

SZGMC participates in World Travel Market 2024 in London

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC) is participating for the tenth consecutive year in the World Travel Market (WTM) 2024, taking place in London from November 5 to 7.

2024-11-07T15:33:26.384143+00:00 IST

Nahyan bin Mubarak tours several pavilions at ADIPEC 2024

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, visited several national and international pavilions at the 40th edition of ADIPEC 2024, being held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.

2024-11-07T15:20:06.528025+00:00 IST

ENOC Group partners with University of Dubai to foster knowledge

ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, underpinned its commitment to bridge the educational gap and foster knowledge exchange in the UAE through an agreement with the University of Dubai.

2024-11-07T15:20:04.249428+00:00 IST

UAE evacuates 210 patients from Gaza in cooperation with WHO

The United Arab Emirates, in cooperation with the World Health Organisation (WHO), conducted a humanitarian initiative to evacuate 86 critically wounded patients from the Gaza Strip, including children and cancer patients in need of extensive treatment.

2024-11-07T08:44:13.423059+00:00 IST

UAE Pavilion at COP29 on theme 'Accelerating Action Together'

As the world looks ahead to COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, next week, Abdulla Al Balalaa, UAE's Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainable Affairs, announced details of the UAE's participation at the climate conference, including a national pavilion and plans to have more than 60 thought leadership dialogues and announcements during the two-week event.

2024-11-07T08:28:38.155058+00:00 IST

Israeli Amb Azar calls India, “essential part of resolution"

Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar expressed views on Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 US presidential elections and spoke to ANI about prospective foreign policy shifts of the United States. He also shared his expectations from India amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

2024-11-07T07:45:33.881656+00:00 IST

Israeli Winery Releases ‘President Trump’ Wine

Israel's Psagot Wineries, located in the Jerusalem mountains, released a new red wine called "President Trump."

2024-11-06T18:22:12.514839+00:00 IST

Saif bin Zayed honours outstanding Union teams at UAE Government’

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, Lt. General His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, recognised high-achieving "Union Teams" for their exceptional contributions to innovation, positive societal impact, and the UAE's global standing.

2024-11-06T18:15:34.289426+00:00 IST

Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed launches AED500 million community in

Under the patronage and in the presence of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and in the presence of Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Office of Development and Martyrs Families Affairs at the Presidential Court launched a community initiatives package worth AED500 million by, in line with the UAE leadership's directives to enhance quality of life, promote sustainable development, achieve social stability, and empower all community members.

2024-11-06T18:13:57.900849+00:00 IST

Mansour bin Zayed chairs the Financial Stability Council meeting

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Financial Stability Council, has chaired the Council's second meeting of 2024 in Abu Dhabi.

2024-11-06T17:51:29.357901+00:00 IST

Etihad Airways medical centre achieves JCIA gold seal

Etihad Airways Medical Centre (EAMC), the region's first aeromedical centre approved by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), has been awarded the Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) Gold Seal. This recognition reinforces EAMC's commitment to maintaining exceptional standards in aviation medicine and comprehensive healthcare services.

2024-11-06T17:44:58.106808+00:00 IST

Israeli Military strikes Hezbollah terror targets in Beirut

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that on Wednesday evening the Israel Air Force struck command centers, weapons storage facilities, and terrorist infrastructure of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Dahieh area of Beirut.

2024-11-06T17:39:09.686146+00:00 IST

UAE announces Emirates Polar Programme

The UAE has announced the Emirates Polar Programme, a new initiative aimed at establishing the nation's presence in polar research, launched during the UAE Government's Annual Meetings 2024.

2024-11-06T17:33:55.486200+00:00 IST

Dubai’s '71 Challenge' for youth leaders

Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum introduced the '71 Challenge for Young Government Leaders' at the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2024 in Abu Dhabi, aimed at empowering young leaders in UAE government sectors.

2024-11-06T17:32:23.531479+00:00 IST

Airstrike Kills Hezbollah Commander For Attacks on Metula

: A Hezbollah commander who directed numerous rocket attacks on the northern Israeli city of Metula was killed in an airstrike in southern Lebanon, the Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday morning.

2024-11-06T09:26:56.985550+00:00 IST

Israel: Yoav Gallant laments Netanyahu’s war policy after sacking

Disapproving of Netanyahu's policy regarding the Hamas war, Gallant warned that Israel would forever bear "the mark of Cain" if it abandons the hostages held in Gaza,

2024-11-06T07:21:45.385896+00:00 IST

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri visits Gurudwara in Dubai

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri offered prayers and paid obeisance at Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar in Dubai, on Tuesday.

2024-11-06T03:08:57.142539+00:00 IST

Israel PM Netanyahu fires Defence Minister over "lack of trust"

Gallant, who was a longtime rival from within the Likud Party, will be replaced by Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz. Minister without Portfolio Gideon Sa'ar will replace Katz, as per Times of Israel.

2024-11-06T00:21:36.991368+00:00 IST