Middle East

Israeli military refutes claims of mass grave at Gaza Hospital

The IDF said the grave in question was dug by Gazans a few months ago, explaining that this fact was corroborated by social media posts uploaded by Gazans at the time of the burial.

2024-04-25T09:25:31.700766+00:00 IST

Israeli aircraft strike more than 30 Hamas targets

During one of the strikes, troops identified two terrorists attempting to launch rockets toward Israeli territory. In response, fighter jets struck the terrorists and destroyed the launch pit, as well as the weapons storage facility in which one of the terrorists was located following the launch attempt.

2024-04-25T09:25:12.509533+00:00 IST

Israel military spokesman responds to Hamas hostage video

The 23-year-old, who has joint US-Israeli citizenship, was kidnapped from the Nova Music festival during the massacre there on October 7, 2023, and has been held hostage in Gaza ever since.

2024-04-25T09:24:42.796041+00:00 IST

GISEC Global 2024: Cybersecurity capabilities, scams explored

Cybersecurity capabilities, the global state of scams, and smart cities were the key focuses of discussions on the second day of the 13th edition of GISEC Global 2024 - the Middle East and Africa's largest and most impactful cybersecurity event.

2024-04-25T00:41:56.222053+00:00 IST

UAE Cabinet allocates AED2 billion to stand by UAE citizens

The UAE Cabinet has approved an AED2 billion package to address the damage suffered by the citizens' homes during the recent severe weather conditions.

2024-04-25T00:41:28.356010+00:00 IST

13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport attracts participants

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reported a 20 per cent participation increase in the 13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST), with 168 entries registered.

2024-04-24T23:25:49.315137+00:00 IST

Israel destroys loaded rocket launchers in Gaza humanitarian zone

According to the IDF, the launchers were loaded with rockets

2024-04-24T18:18:06.081308+00:00 IST

Israel ‘Completes’ assault on 40 Hezbollah terror targets

The attacks were in the Ayta ash Shab area in southern Lebanon and used both Israel Air Force fighter jets and IDF artillery. Among the targets attacked were storage facilities, weapons and terrorist infrastructure and other targets used by the organization in the area.

2024-04-24T17:45:32.925688+00:00 IST

Israel shelling Southern Lebanon following Hezbollah rocket fire

Israeli artillery is shelling an area of Southern Lebanon from which anti-tank rockets were fired earlier in the day

2024-04-24T17:42:49.545550+00:00 IST

Palestinian trying to stab soldiers killed near Hebron

A Palestinian woman trying to stab Israeli soldiers was shot and killed in the Hebron area.

2024-04-24T17:10:18.835668+00:00 IST

Israel destroys loaded rocket launchers in Gaza humanitarian zone

According to the IDF, the launchers were loaded with rockets. An image released by the army showed the launchers 15 meters away from the closet shelter tent.

2024-04-24T09:22:53.715236+00:00 IST

UAE announces USD 50 mn commitment to Lives and Livelihoods Fund

The UAE has committed USD 50 million to the second phase of the Lives and Livelihoods Fund 2.0 (LLF 2.0), a major multi-donor development initiative that supports the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) member countries in building sustainable pathways to lift millions out of poverty.

2024-04-23T23:55:23.258443+00:00 IST

UAE President, Chancellor of Austria discuss bilateral ties

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from Karl Nehammer, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, during which the two sides discussed bilateral ties and ways to enhance these relations to achieve the goals of the comprehensive strategic partnership that exists between the two nations.

2024-04-23T23:22:24.843071+00:00 IST

UAE: Mansoor bin Mohammed attends opening of 1st GCC Youth Games

Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, highlighted the pivotal role that GCC sports tournaments play in elevating the standing of GCC sports on the global stage besides enhancing the bonds of cooperation and unity among the youth of the GCC countries.

2024-04-23T23:02:39.436388+00:00 IST

UAE, Oman railway project has entered implementation phase

Ahmed Al Musawa Al Hashemi, CEO of Hafeet Rail, affirmed that the railway project between the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates has entered into the implementation phase on Tuesday.

2024-04-23T18:43:13.670354+00:00 IST

UAE medal tally rises to 168 at first Gulf Youth Games

UAE continued its dominance, holding firm at the top of the medal table at the inaugural Gulf Youth Games.

2024-04-23T17:59:45.357561+00:00 IST

India, Kuwait sign MoU on sidelines of Investment Conference 2.0

The two countries also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to share information regarding technologies, and innovation within the financial and regulatory ecosystem

2024-04-23T17:48:03.531102+00:00 IST

DOMOTEX Middle East 2024 kicks off in Dubai

The event was inaugurated by Dawood Al Hajri, Director-General of Dubai Municipality, who subsequently conducted a comprehensive tour of the exhibition halls, engaging with prominent industry participants and exploring the diverse showcases.

2024-04-23T17:03:09.675125+00:00 IST

AD Ports Group signs agreement to upgrade Luanda port

The agreements with Unicargas and Multiparques, well-known logistics and transport companies in the country, saw the Group acquire an 81 percent stake in a joint venture that will operate the terminal and a 90 percent stake in another joint venture that will serve the facility and the broader Angolan logistics market.

2024-04-23T17:02:33.521188+00:00 IST

Al Etihad Payments launches Open Finance to strengthen UAE

The signing ceremony was attended by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the CBUAE, which was signed by Fatma Al Jabri, Assistant Governor for Financial Crime, Market Conduct and Consumer Protection at the CBUAE and member of Al Etihad Payments Company, and Kiril Evtimov, Chief Executive Officer of Core42.

2024-04-23T16:55:24.568214+00:00 IST