Middle East

UAE University achieves 5th place in QS Arab University Rankings

The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has been ranked 5th in the prestigious QS Arab University Rankings 2025, marking a one-position jump from last year's ranking and further solidifying its position as a leading institution in the region.

2024-10-20T09:03:06.344497+00:00 IST

Israel targets Hezbollah intelligence HQ, 3 key officials killed

The Israeli military dealt a blow to Hezbollah, killing three "key" officials in a strike on the group's intelligence headquarters in Lebanon's southern Beirut, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

2024-10-20T08:58:54.331576+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi to host a second collection drive for Lebanon

Abu Dhabi will host a second event to collect relief aid for Lebanon on Tuesday, October 22. This is in continuation of the "UAE stands with Lebanon" campaign, and under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan

2024-10-20T08:57:03.981843+00:00 IST

Israeli-Japanese cancer research offers hope for fighting cancer

In a major step forward for cancer treatment, Israeli and Japanese researchers have created a highly targeted inhibitor for an enzyme that plays a critical role in helping cancer grow and spread. The findings offer new hope to patients battling aggressive forms of cancer, particularly in the pancreas.

2024-10-20T08:01:57.437664+00:00 IST

Over 70 killed in massive Israeli attack on Gaza’s Beit Lahiya

The situation in northern Gaza remains dire due to a 16-day Israeli military siege that has severed access to essential services like food, water, and medicine in the north of the Gaza Strip.

2024-10-20T03:17:53.914610+00:00 IST

Israel releases new footage of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar

The Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson revealed new footage on Saturday evening documenting the death of Hamas leader and mastermind of the October 7 attacks Yahya Sinwar.

2024-10-20T02:22:36.768154+00:00 IST

Israel: Foreign Minister Katz holds Iran responsible

Katz lambasted the Iran for claiming at the UN that an "independent entity" Hezbollah was "behind it."

2024-10-20T02:03:13.325709+00:00 IST

Israel strikes Beirut after Hezbollah rocket attack

Israel's infantry has also carried out its deepest operation in Lebanon, as per the report.

2024-10-20T01:07:40.925816+00:00 IST

“Grave mistake” Israel PM on "assassination" attempt

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said "Iran's proxy Hezbollah" made a "grave mistake" after a drone from Lebanon targeted his private residence in Caesarea.

2024-10-19T22:23:49.815607+00:00 IST

Arab League supports Lebanese sovereignty, ceasefire talks

The Arab League affirmed that the Lebanese government is the "only authorised body to negotiate on behalf of the country, with the aim of reaching an immediate ceasefire and fully implementing Resolution 1701."

2024-10-19T17:50:04.295061+00:00 IST

RAK hosts JOTA-JOTI 2024

Sheikh Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation in Ras Al Khaimah and Honorary President of the Ras Al Khaimah Scout Commission, launched the Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) and Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI) at Zayed Educational Complex in Ras Al Khaimah.

2024-10-19T17:36:53.961331+00:00 IST

'Birds of Goodness' executes 53rd humanitarian aid in Gaza

The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the successful implementation of the 53rd airdrop of humanitarian and relief aid, continuing the UAE's ongoing efforts to support Palestinians in the Gaza Strip as part of the "Birds of Goodness" operation.

2024-10-19T17:31:31.380352+00:00 IST

190 captives released following ninth UAE mediation

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its appreciation to both countries for their cooperation and responsiveness to the UAE's mediation endeavours, which contributed to the success of the prisoner exchange despite the challenges posed by the ongoing war

2024-10-19T17:27:39.582069+00:00 IST

With participation of 3,000 volunteers at Expo Sharjah

The aid collection drive was organised under the supervision of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council by the Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), and the Sharjah Charity International (SCI) in cooperation with various Emirati humanitarian institutions and charitable associations saw massive public participation.

2024-10-19T14:39:19.728311+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi govt pavilion sees 3 civil defence agreements

The Abu Dhabi Government has successfully concluded its five-day participation at GITEX Global 2024.

2024-10-19T09:35:26.537982+00:00 IST

Israel: Drone attack from Lebanon targets Netanyahu's residence

In a statement, the Israel Prime Minister's Office said that Netanyahu and his wife Sara were not at home at the time of the attack and there were no injuries reported in the incident.

2024-10-19T08:00:51.284429+00:00 IST

India and Saudi Arabia hold meeting to review work of SPC panel

The Strategic Partnership Council (SPC) agreement was signed in 2019 which established a high-level council to steer the Indo-Saudi relationship. The SPC has two sub-committees - Committee on Political, Security, Social and Cultural Cooperation and Committee on Economy and Investments.

2024-10-19T02:15:35.069815+00:00 IST

Sharjah AI and Linguistics Conference concludes

The first Sharjah International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Linguistics, hosted by the American University of Sharjah and the Emirates Scholar Centre for Research and Studies, concluded on October 18.

2024-10-19T01:31:19.487132+00:00 IST

India and Saudi Arabia have lot in common: Former diplomat

Former Indian diplomat Zikrur Rahman, who has served as a diplomat in various Arab countries, said that India and Saudi have a lot in common.

2024-10-18T21:20:53.021933+00:00 IST

M42 partners with Amaze Health

M42's Abu Dhabi Health Data Services (ADHDS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with global virtual medical care company Amaze Health during GITEX Global 2024.

2024-10-18T18:26:14.113409+00:00 IST