Middle East

UAE condemns attack on UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the attack on the United Nations Interim Forces in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeeping mission, which resulted in injury to several members from the international force.

2024-10-12T16:12:55.169589+00:00 IST

Global leadership across green finance, sustainable development

Dubai [UAE], October 12 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has strengthened its global leadership in green finance and sustainable development, rolling out strategic policies to boost investment in sustainable projects and promote innovation in the sector. The country is recognised as a regional model in the Middle East for its regulatory framework supporting green finance, enhancing its position as a global hub for sustainable investment and attracting international capital.

2024-10-12T13:27:14.410397+00:00 IST

DEWA plants 4,500 mangrove trees at Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), participated in a campaign to plant mangrove trees at the Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary.

2024-10-12T13:12:30.066095+00:00 IST

Israeli strike on Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza kills 22

Israeli forces have struck the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, killing at least 22 people, including women and children, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

2024-10-12T11:27:41.542759+00:00 IST

UAE: Sustainability Week 2024 concludes

During this year's Sustainability Week, which was organised by the chamber's Centre for Responsible Business from 7th-11th October, Dubai Chamber of Commerce launched a digital training platform to equip the local business community with essential knowledge and skills in sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.

2024-10-12T09:59:09.862816+00:00 IST

Nicaragua announces breaking of ties with Israel

Latin American country Nicaragua has announced that it will break diplomatic relations with Israel.

2024-10-12T09:25:23.429955+00:00 IST

UAE: Hamdan bin Zayed visits 3rd Liwa Date Festival and Auction

Sheikh Hamdan commended the festival's significant role in promoting sustainable agricultural development and strengthening the UAE's leadership in food security.

2024-10-12T09:10:38.930613+00:00 IST

Multiple rocket launches identified from Lebanon: IDF

Two UAVs were identified crossing from Lebanon into central Israel, according to IDF.

2024-10-12T02:58:06.834871+00:00 IST

IDF expresses 'deep concern' after two UN peacekeepers injured

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Friday expressed "deep concern" after two UN peacekeepers were injured by an Israeli strike in Lebanon, and said the peacekeepers were injured by Israeli fire as it was engaging Hezbollah.

2024-10-12T01:34:46.140511+00:00 IST

MoU strengthens Ajman-Cyprus cooperation

Ajman's Municipality and Planning Department (MPDA) signed an MoU with The Cyprus Institute to boost cooperation on sustainability and clean energy. The partnership aims to improve air quality, address climate change, and enhance research efforts in line with the UAE's environmental goals. Both parties plan joint initiatives, workshops, and knowledge exchanges to drive carbon neutrality.

2024-10-12T00:58:08.869936+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi government to showcase AI at GITEX 2024

Abu Dhabi Government will participate in GITEX Global 2024, showcasing AI-powered services and innovations across five key areas, underscoring the emirate's commitment to creating a future-ready, tech-driven government.

2024-10-12T00:54:27.549227+00:00 IST

Israel: Two civilians injured on northern border

Preliminary investigation by Israel Defence Forces revealed that the civilians were likely injured by an explosion from leftover munitions found in the area, not by a missile from Lebanon

2024-10-11T17:59:18.740633+00:00 IST

UAE delivers additional aid to Lebanon

The United Arab Emirates dispatched an aircraft carrying 37 tonnes of provisions for children and women to support the Lebanese people as part of the 'UAE Stands with Lebanon' campaign.

2024-10-11T17:42:15.154151+00:00 IST

Lebanon calls for immediate ceasefire

Moreover, Mikati condemned Israel's continuous violations of Lebanese sovereignty, calling the attack on the UNIFIL bases a "crime" and urging the international community to respond. (

2024-10-11T17:35:47.568298+00:00 IST

Inviolability of UN premises must be respected by all: MEA

India on Friday expressed concern at the deteriorating security situation along the Blue Line, which separates Lebanon and Israel since the 1970s, and said inviolability of UN premises must be respected by all

2024-10-11T11:23:46.296692+00:00 IST

Israel says Palestinian Islamic Jihad head killed in airstrike

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that Muhammad Abdullah was made the head of the Iran-backed terror group in the Tulkarem-area camp after his predecessor Muhhamad Jabber was killed in a gunbattle in August.

2024-10-11T05:01:23.416822+00:00 IST

Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia enhancing strategic cooperation across

At the conclusion of a presidential summit held today, Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia have reached an agreement to establish a joint trilateral committee comprising the foreign ministers of the three nations, aimed at enhancing strategic cooperation across all sectors.

2024-10-11T01:02:18.081509+00:00 IST

12th Arab Thought and Culture Forum convenes in Abu Dhabi

The Arab Think Tank Alliance, in collaboration with AlAyam Media Centre from the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Research, convened the 12th edition of the Arab Thought and Culture Forum in Abu Dhabi today.

2024-10-11T00:43:36.090071+00:00 IST

Israeli aircraft strikes Tulkarm terrorists

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that one of its aircraft attacked a terrorist cell in the Tulkarm region of Samaria.

2024-10-11T00:42:53.331482+00:00 IST

Israeli airstrikes in central Beirut kill 22, injure 117

Israeli airstrikes targeted the Ras el-Nabaa neighbourhood in central Beirut, Lebanon, killing at least 22 people and wounding 117 others, according to Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health.

2024-10-10T22:48:14.086846+00:00 IST