Middle East

Explosions rock pro-Iran military base in Iraq, three injured

At least three people were injured following five explosions at an Iran-backed military base in Iraq on Saturday, CNN reported, citing a security official.

2024-04-20T03:43:25.350051+00:00 IST

Foreign Ministers of UAE, Netherlands hold talks

The two sides reviewed the paths of action to stop the escalation and calm the situation to prevent the expansion of tensions and instability in the region.

2024-04-20T00:25:40.736497+00:00 IST

UAE and French Presidents discuss bilateral relations

The call also reviewed the outcomes of the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan, which was hosted in Paris this week with the aim of intensifying international and regional efforts to achieve a peaceful solution to the conflict in Sudan.

2024-04-19T22:49:06.878629+00:00 IST

Israel PM says ‘internal discord needs to disappear now'

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday visited Mossad headquarters (Israel's international intelligence agency) where he met with Director David Barnea and with the forum of division heads.

2024-04-19T21:21:34.095783+00:00 IST

UAE: Sharjah Ruler directs assessment of damage resulting from we

Sheikh Dr Sultan bin MUhammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has instructed the relevant authorities in the emirate to promptly initiate the assessment of damages caused by recent weather conditions.

2024-04-19T16:57:24.846805+00:00 IST

Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends 'Medeem' initiative launch

Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Martyrs Families affairs, has attended the launch of the Medeem initiative

2024-04-19T16:13:16.835422+00:00 IST

Dubai's customs operations uninterrupted despite adverse weather

Dubai Customs said its customs operations, including customs declarations, cargo clearance, and inspections, continued without interruptions at all its centres despite the extreme weather in the emirate.

2024-04-19T15:46:51.246204+00:00 IST

Non-oil foreign trade through Abu Dhabi's ports sees 8 pc growth

The total volume of non-oil foreign trade through the border crossings of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi amounted to AED 281.903 billion during the year 2023, with a growth rate of 8 percent compared to AED 260.435 billion in 2022

2024-04-19T15:30:44.361304+00:00 IST

Etihad Airways resumes scheduled operations

Etihad Airways has announced the resumption of scheduled operations following recent challenging weather conditions in the country.

2024-04-19T10:08:14.176201+00:00 IST

Dubai Airports urges passengers not to arrive at the airport

Dubai Airports urged passengers not to come to the airport unless their flight has been confirmed and recommended arriving only two hours before their scheduled departure.

2024-04-19T09:31:38.650972+00:00 IST

TRENDS explores cooperation with French Institute

TRENDS Research and Advisory and the French Institute for International and Strategic Affairs (IRIS) have discussed the potential for research collaboration and the valuable foresight provided by think tanks.

2024-04-19T08:52:10.204066+00:00 IST

Dubai Airport urges people not to arrive unless flights confirmed

Dubai Airports has urged passengers not to come to the airport unless their flight has been confirmed and recommended arriving only two hours before their scheduled departure

2024-04-19T08:48:43.857098+00:00 IST

Abdullah bin Zayed holds phone call with Iran’s Foreign Minister

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call with Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, to discuss the latest, dangerous developments in the region and their repercussions on the regional and international peace and security.

2024-04-19T08:48:07.384836+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in UAE issues travel advisory for passengers

The Indian consulate in Dubai has also operationalized emergency helpline numbers to assist passengers.

2024-04-19T08:28:07.634967+00:00 IST

IAEA confirms no damage to Iran's nuclear sites

In a statement released today, the United Nations Atomic Watchdog said it is monitoring the situation very closely. It further said that IAEA Director General, Rafael Mariano Grossi has emphasised the ongoing need for utmost restraint from all parties, adding that nuclear facilities should never be a target in military conflicts.

2024-04-19T08:13:02.836867+00:00 IST

Iran asserts “right to self defence” over Israel's “aggression”

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, the Embassy of Iran in India said in an official press release that the Islamic Republic of Iran, as a responsible member of the United Nations, emphasises its commitment to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the rule of law in response to the Zionist regime's heinous military aggression and unlawful use of force against diplomatic premises of Iran in Damascus.

2024-04-19T06:39:13.205978+00:00 IST

Iran's Isfahan "completely calm and secure," says state media

The Central city of Isfahan is "completely calm and secure", Al Jazeera reported citing the country's Mehr News Agency on Friday, hours after explosions were reported near the city's airport.

2024-04-19T05:16:52.470139+00:00 IST

Israeli missile strikes allegedly hits a site in Iran: Report

In retaliation to recent attacks by Iran, Israel during early hours on Friday morning (local time) launched missile strikes against Tehran, ABC News reported citing a senior US official.

2024-04-19T03:00:30.159791+00:00 IST

UAE and Colombian Presidents witness signing of UAE-Colombia CEPA

The agreement was signed by Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and German Umana, Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism for Colombia.

2024-04-19T01:16:06.312210+00:00 IST

Israel deposits USD 7.6 mn of Hamas terror funds in state coffers

The money, in shekels, dollars and other Arab currencies, was found in Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad strongholds, or confiscated from the homes of their operatives or affiliated money changers.

2024-04-18T21:32:07.897319+00:00 IST