Middle East

Israel and Cyprus work to expand environmental cooperation

In the meeting between the two, Minister Silman noted her great appreciation for the extensive cooperation between Cyprus and Israel in the fields of environment and climate. She also emphasised Israel's support for Cyprus' climate initiative.

2024-04-09T17:34:59.605746+00:00 IST

Israelis warned to be prepared for mosquito season

Spring brings with it ideal conditions for the development of sanitary pests, explained the ministry.

2024-04-09T17:30:29.575322+00:00 IST

IEA to hold summit on People-Centred Clean Energy Transitions

The International Energy Agency (IEA) will host the Global Summit on People-Centred Clean Energy Transitions at its headquarters in Paris on April 26.

2024-04-09T17:28:56.269342+00:00 IST

3,000+ weapons seized in Israel’s Arab communities since Oct 7

The operation has continued through the entire six months of the ongoing war against Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

2024-04-09T17:27:09.233897+00:00 IST

UAE: Muslim Council of Elders missions conclude revival of Ramada

The missions of the Muslim Council of Elders to several countries around the world during the blessed month of Ramadan concluded with the end of the holy month.

2024-04-09T17:19:37.913674+00:00 IST

SBA showcases Sharjah thriving, diverse cultural scene at 61st Bo

The emirate of Sharjah is solidifying its status as a champion of Arab culture at the ongoing 61st Bologna Children's Book Fair (BCBF) in Italy, held from April 8 to 11.

2024-04-09T16:59:02.868185+00:00 IST

Israeli MP backs Netanyahu’s Rafah ops for "Hamas elimination"

"It's clear that if you don't act at all in the Gaza Strip, you cannot obtain the objectives, which is... the elimination of Hamas. The aggressors are in Gaza, probably (Hamas Leader Yahya) Sinawar is in Gaza. The combat units that still can act as combat units stayed in Gaza. Probably the hostages are in Rafah," he said in response to ANI question.

2024-04-09T13:31:30.254278+00:00 IST

Hamas commander killed in airstrike: IDF

A Monday night airstrike killed Hamas terrorist commander Hatem Alramery, Head of Hamas' Emergency Bureau in the Gaza Central Camps, the Israel Defense Forces said on Tuesday morning.

2024-04-09T09:23:12.014552+00:00 IST

Bank of Israel leaves interest rate unchanged at 4.5 pc

In announcing its decision the Bank said economic activity and the labour market in Israel continue to recover gradually

2024-04-09T07:54:25.569329+00:00 IST

Israeli military attacks Syrian army positions

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) reported that overnight its warplanes attacked the military infrastructures of the Syrian army in the Mhajjah area of the country

2024-04-09T07:49:42.216650+00:00 IST

UAE President exchanges Eid Al Fitr greetings with Sultan of Oman

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today exchanged greetings on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr during phone calls with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of the Sultanate of Oman and His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

2024-04-09T01:19:48.854783+00:00 IST

Birds of Goodness executes 28th humanitarian aid airdrop in Gaza

The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the 28th airdrop of humanitarian aid as part of the "Birds of Goodness" operation.

2024-04-09T01:19:48.016856+00:00 IST

Southern Israel remains “resilient” amidst ongoing threats

The recent conflict saw Hamas terrorists seize control of a police station in Sderot, prompting the IDF to take decisive action. The building was later demolished, and the site now serves as a memorial adorned with flags, honouring those who sacrificed in defence of the community.

2024-04-08T17:46:29.354337+00:00 IST

Israeli nanotech fights spread of colorectal cancer

Published in the peer-reviewed Nano Today journal, the study by researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev reveals how this novel therapy selectively delivers chemotherapeutic drugs to specific blood vessels feeding tumors and metastases.

2024-04-08T17:44:12.987754+00:00 IST

Israeli identifies 130 indicators of climate risk

The committee identified 130 indicators of sensitivity to climate risks in Israel in these subjects: environment, society, economy, health and functional continuity.

2024-04-08T17:40:48.604222+00:00 IST

Victim of October 7 attack lauds Indian support for Israel

Acknowledging India's role in amplifying Israel's voice globally, the victim said, "Our voice cannot be everywhere. Everywhere. And we know that the Indian people are taking care of everything we need."

2024-04-08T17:29:14.820108+00:00 IST

UAE Ambassador presents credentials to President of Greece

Ali Obaid Al Dhaheri presented his credentials to Katerina Sakellaropoulou, President of the Hellenic Republic, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates to Greece, during the official reception ceremony that took place at the Presidential Mansion in the capital, Athens.

2024-04-08T17:22:52.079697+00:00 IST

UAE: Golden Heart Initiative heals 50 children globally

The Golden Heart Initiative, a global philanthropic mission launched on January 1, 2024, by Shamsheer Vayalil, a healthcare visionary and the Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings, has announced that the initiative concluded, offering free life-saving heart surgeries to 50 children with complex congenital heart diseases.

2024-04-08T17:04:49.434514+00:00 IST

UAE: 45 writers from 14 Arab countries participates in SCRF 2024

The upcoming 15th edition of the Sharjah Children's Reading Festival (SCRF) is set to showcase literary talent and creativity, uniting 45 renowned authors and experts from 14 Arab countries who contributed valuable works in the children's literature domain.

2024-04-08T16:39:24.142940+00:00 IST

Israel's Tourism Ministry saves USD 700 million on aiding evacuee

Israel's Ministry of Tourism said that it saved the state coffers about 2.5 billion Shekels (USD 700 million) when it paid a subsistence allowance to evacuees from frontline communities near Gaza and the border with Lebanon who chose not to stay in hotels

2024-04-08T14:07:41.597096+00:00 IST

IDF official recounts horrors of Oct 7 attack on Israel

As Israel-Hamas war has completed six months, Ella, a member of the IDF Spokesperson Unit, stood before the remnants of her family's home, as she recounted the horror that unfolded on October 7.

2024-04-08T13:59:40.202534+00:00 IST