Middle East

Emir of Qatar receives Tahnoon bin Zayed

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, today received Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, along with his accompanying delegation, at the Emiri Diwan in Doha.

2024-10-27T16:49:58.167585+00:00 IST

India holds 5th Foreign Office Consultations with Qatar

During the FOCs, both sides comprehensively reviewed the entire gamut of India-Qatar bilateral relations, including high-level exchanges, trade, investment, energy, education, culture and people-to-people ties. The two sides also discussed avenues to deepen the bilateral relationship in areas such as renewable energy, fin-tech, start-ups and technology.

2024-10-27T16:18:32.303792+00:00 IST

Three Hezbollah commanders eliminated in southern Lebanon: Israel

They added that the Israeli Air Force also killed his successor and Hezbollah's head of artillery in the Bint Jbeil area

2024-10-27T13:51:18.529481+00:00 IST

Israeli attack should not be magnified or belittled: Khamenei

The remarks by Khamenei came after Israel's Friday night precision strikes on Iran's military sites. Israel Defence Forces (IDF) announced on Saturday that its military had conducted "precise strikes" on Iranian military targets, around a month after Tehran launched around 200 ballistic missiles towards Israel.

2024-10-27T13:28:50.810369+00:00 IST

Erth Zayed Philanthropies established

The UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has established Erth Zayed Philanthropies through a Federal Decree to enhance the UAE's global humanitarian efforts.

2024-10-27T09:50:19.037389+00:00 IST

MoCCAE supports Eastern farmers

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) held a meeting in Kalba with Eastern Region farmers to enhance crop productivity and address their future needs. Led by Minister Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the meeting introduced the newly launched 'Plant the Emirates' National Programme and the National Agriculture Centre, aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural development and food security in the UAE. Farmers highlighted the need for additional support, while the Ministry committed to expanding resources to empower local agriculture.

2024-10-27T09:37:49.895141+00:00 IST

UAE leads global tech innovation

The UAE plays a pivotal role in shaping the global technology landscape, having established itself as a major hub and beacon of creativity and innovation in the region and beyond, being the preferred destination for entrepreneurship and talent.

2024-10-27T09:35:48.432073+00:00 IST

Suspected terror attack: At least 24 injured as truck strikes bus

At least 24 people were injured when a truck struck a bus in the area of Glilot north of Tel Aviv in a suspected terror attack on Sunday morning. Numerous victims are still trapped beneath the truck.

2024-10-27T09:33:15.030902+00:00 IST

UAE, Senegal engage with key regional stakeholders at 7th Cairo W

The 7th Cairo Water Week, coinciding with the 9th Africa Water Week (October 13th - 17th), marked a key milestone for the UAE and Senegal in the preparations for the UN 2026 Water Conference.

2024-10-27T01:30:32.508640+00:00 IST

UAE secures Presidency of Arab Parliament

The United Arab Emirates has secured the Presidency of the Arab Parliament during the procedural session of the fourth legislative term held today, Saturday, at the headquarters of the Arab League in Cairo, Egypt, with the election of Mohammed Ahmad Al Yamahi, a member of the Federal National Council (FNC), as President of the Parliament.

2024-10-27T01:29:02.801805+00:00 IST

‘Grave Mistake’ or ‘Good Beginning’? Israeli Politicians on Scope

The Israeli attack in Iran has drawn both criticism and applause at home from across the political spectrum.

2024-10-27T01:28:44.879419+00:00 IST

UAE building productive relations with G20 member nations

Alongside the B20 meeting, the UAE hosted the UAE-Global Business Forum, which was organised by the UAE Ministry of Economy in collaboration with the UAE Embassy and Consulate in Brazil.

2024-10-26T18:11:20.855096+00:00 IST

Saudi Arabia, UAE condemn Israel’s strikes on Iran

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) along with various other countries from the Middle East condemned the targeted military attacks by Israel on Iran and called it a violation of sovereignty and international law, Gulf News reported.

2024-10-26T18:09:25.842849+00:00 IST

UAE leaders congratulate President of Austria on National Day

President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Alexander Van der Bellen of Austria on the occasion of his country's National Day

2024-10-26T17:57:48.083849+00:00 IST

ZayedCHF, GWU conclude initiative to support Lebanese women

The ZCHF and GWU initiative formed part of the campaign aimed at supporting Lebanese and the UAE leadership's directives to provide aid to those impacted by the crisis in Lebanon

2024-10-26T17:54:30.596393+00:00 IST

'Our Mental Health, Our Responsibility' campaign launched by EHS

In observance of Mental Health Month, Emirates Health Services (EHS) launched an awareness campaign titled 'Our Mental Health, Our Responsibility'.

2024-10-26T17:50:32.096445+00:00 IST

UAE-Brazil Business Council hold inaugural meeting in Sao Paulo

The UAE-Brazil Business Council held its inaugural meeting in Sao Paulo on the sidelines of the G20 Business Summit (B20), paving the way for stronger economic cooperation between the UAE and Brazil.

2024-10-26T17:43:18.112244+00:00 IST

"Blatant violation of international law": Iran condemns Israel

Iran on Saturday condemned Israel's precision strikes on its military sites and termed it "acts of aggression" and "blatant violation of international law."

2024-10-26T15:45:24.734403+00:00 IST

UAE condemns military targeting of Iran

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the military targeting of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The UAE expressed deep concern over the continued escalation and its repercussions on regional security and stability.

2024-10-26T09:40:42.482058+00:00 IST

Iran cancels all flights until further notice

Iran cancelled all flights until further notice due to escalating tensions and security concerns in West Asia

2024-10-26T06:00:04.767827+00:00 IST

Israel strikes Iran targets; Tehran says damage "limited"

Iranian state media citing Iran's air defence force, meanwhile said the attacks caused limited damage in some locations and the dimensions of the incident are under investigation. Iran's air defense force has confirmed Israeli attacks targeting positions in Tehran, Khuzestan and Ilam provinces, saying the aggression was successfully thwarted.

2024-10-26T05:05:59.260099+00:00 IST