Middle East

Israel Foreign Minister Katz wishes EAM Jaishankar on Diwali

Katz highlighted the shared values between Israel and India, including democracy, freedom, and a mutual vision for a brighter future.

2024-10-31T12:54:04.975820+00:00 IST

'TRENDS' organises 4th annual forum on Political Islam

TRENDS Research and Advisory hosted its Fourth Annual Forum on Political Islam in Abu Dhabi, focusing on the ideological underpinnings of Islamist extremism and the Muslim Brotherhood. Eighteen experts from around the world emphasised the need for a comprehensive approach to countering extremism through intellectual dialogue and a rejection of double standards.

2024-10-31T09:29:50.891666+00:00 IST

PureHealth profits AED 1.4 billion

PureHealth Holding announced strong financial results for the first nine months of 2024, posting AED 1.4 billion in net profit--a 13 per cent increase year-on-year. Revenue surged by 56 per cent to AED 19 billion, driven by increased patient demand and strategic acquisitions, including Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City and Circle Health Group.

2024-10-31T09:02:50.427662+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Spain, conveys condolences over victims of floods

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Kingdom of Spain, after several areas were significantly affected by floods, which led to a number of deaths and injuries, as well as substantial damage to property.

2024-10-31T01:44:06.497199+00:00 IST

Israeli military establishes new division to secure eastern border

Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Galant, and the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi approved the establishment of a new Eastern Division whose purpose is to protect the eastern border of the State of Israel.

2024-10-31T01:43:37.175958+00:00 IST

Israel: Gasoline prices to increase from November 1st

The Fuel and Gas Administration at Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces that at midnight between Thursday and Friday (November 1, 2024) the prices of the regulated fuel products sold to consumers at gas stations will be updated.

2024-10-31T01:29:31.155397+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi hosts 2nd edition of 'Centres of Excellence' Conference

Rabdan Academy, a global leader in safety, security, defence, emergency preparedness, and crisis management, is hosting the second 'Centres of Excellence' 2024 Conference under the theme, "Agility and Resilience of First Responders" on October 30 and 31 in Abu Dhabi.

2024-10-30T17:47:10.172827+00:00 IST

Dubai Chambers signs partnership agreement with ICC

Dubai Chambers has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the world's largest business organisation with a network of 45 million companies across more than 170 countries.

2024-10-30T17:28:11.795864+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince attends banquet hosted by Prime Minister

The luncheon banquet was also attended by members of the official UAE delegation accompanying the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, along with several ministers and senior officials from the government of Singapore

2024-10-30T16:38:53.431697+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince meets UAE students, talent in Singapore

During the meeting,Khaled conveyed the greetings of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to students, emphasising the UAE leadership's commitment to supporting their wellbeing, monitoring their academic progress abroad, and providing all necessary support to foster excellence in their educational journeys

2024-10-30T16:34:04.349221+00:00 IST

UAE maintains high vitality score of 72.5, despite rising challen

The concept of health and well-being has undergone a sea change in recent years to include mental, social, and financial well-being, acknowledging the importance of work-life balance, emotional health, and financial security to overall vitality

2024-10-30T16:31:56.243041+00:00 IST

UAE’s massive aid campaign in support of Lebanon

Amid the crisis, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) began mobilising resources to speedily deliver relief materials to people there. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced in the first week of October a two-week aid campaign named "the UAE stands with Lebanon," which was later extended with an allocation of AED 100 million.

2024-10-30T11:12:04.841408+00:00 IST

Israel: Attempt to smuggle millions of dollars worth of cigarette

Yaniv Avidan, a resident of Beer Ya'akov - a city in central Israel - was arrested on suspicion of smuggling the cigarettes.

2024-10-30T02:15:13.235893+00:00 IST

Hezbollah appoints Niam Qassem as new chief

Qassem had served as Nasrallah's deputy and is one of the few leaders to survive the recent Israeli onslaught, which targeted many key figures within Hezbollah

2024-10-30T02:14:48.998553+00:00 IST

UAE condemns Israeli parliament’s decision to ban UNRWA’s activit

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Israeli parliament (Knesset) approval of two laws prohibiting the work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and preventing UNRWA from conducting its essential work in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem.

2024-10-30T02:12:57.868331+00:00 IST

UAE President pardons defendants in football match assault case

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a directive to pardon the defendants involved in the recent football match incident between Egypt's Zamalek and Pyramids clubs, which occurred in Abu Dhabi on October 20th.

2024-10-30T02:12:06.326208+00:00 IST

UAE President receives Russian Security Council Secretary

During the meeting at Qasr Al Shati, and Shoigu discussed ongoing efforts to enhance cooperation and joint initiatives between the two nations, following his recent official visit to Russia

2024-10-29T18:12:52.613954+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week commences

Under the patronage of Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week commenced today (29 October) in Abu Dhabi

2024-10-29T18:09:12.024437+00:00 IST

UAE President, Mohammed bin Rashid discuss national development

During the meeting, they exchanged greetings with the Majlis attendees and engaged in cordial conversations, in the presence of Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court

2024-10-29T17:51:50.717325+00:00 IST

OPEC Fund bolsters global partnerships

At the 2024 World Bank-IMF Annual Meetings, the OPEC Fund for International Development announced nearly half a billion dollars in financing commitments to partner countries, aligning with global development goals in energy, climate resilience, and socio-economic advancement.

2024-10-29T17:32:05.119454+00:00 IST

UAE, WEF Host TradeTech Roundtable

The UAE, in partnership with the World Economic Forum, hosted the inaugural Virtual Global Trade Regulators Roundtable, led by Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. The event brought together trade regulators to discuss technological innovations and regulatory frameworks to advance global trade.

2024-10-29T17:12:40.458715+00:00 IST