Middle East

Israelis go to polls in local elections delayed by war

Across Israel, citizens began going to polling stations on Tuesday to cast their votes in municipal elections delayed by the Gaza war.

2024-02-27T17:28:17.200893+00:00 IST

India, Oman hold Deputy NSA level Strategic Dialogue in Muscat

India and Oman held their ninth Strategic Dialogue at the level of the Deputy National Security Advisor of the National Security Council Secretariats in Muscat, Oman, on Monday, informed sources.

2024-02-27T16:13:45.630198+00:00 IST

"Indian investors important to us, they will strengthen our ties"

Saleh Hamood Al Hasani, the advisor to the Chairman Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones in Oman, hailed the ties between New Delhi and Muscat and said that Indian investment will drive growth in multiple sectors.

2024-02-27T15:06:35.334065+00:00 IST

2023 saw record revenues from Israel’s off-shore gas fields

The ministry reported that in the past year there was an increase of about 13.9 per cent in the total amount of natural gas production compared to 2022

2024-02-27T12:02:12.878467+00:00 IST

Israel’s Energy Ministers seeks country’s admission to IEA

Cohen said that Israel joining the International Energy Agency will "strengthen Israel's position in the region, and strengthen Israel's relationship with the US and our neighboring countries."

2024-02-27T10:31:38.665177+00:00 IST

Israel destroys weapons factory, rocket launchers in north Gaza

In joint operations with the Israeli Air Force, ground forces located a Hamas weapons manufacturing facility, rocket launchers, and other military systems, as well as a lathe with what the IDF said was a significant amount of equipment.

2024-02-27T08:18:39.835238+00:00 IST

“We are working round the clock to free the hostages’: Gallant

Israel's Minister of Defense, Yoav Gallant, held a meeting on Monday with the family members of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, as he does on a weekly basis.

2024-02-27T00:38:53.163741+00:00 IST

Emirates Human Rights Association hosts symposium on occasion of

In response to the United Nations' call to mark the World Day of Social Justice, the Emirates Human Rights Association (EHRA) held a symposium, titled "United for Humanity and Dignity" to discuss various aspects of combating human trafficking and the rehabilitation of victims of the crime.

2024-02-27T00:38:29.805123+00:00 IST

Saif bin Zayed heads UAE delegation to 41st Arab Interior Ministers Council

Kais Saied, President of the Republic of Tunisia, received, at Carthage Palace, Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, and Arab Interior Ministers on the occasion of their participation in the 41st session of the Arab Interior Ministers Council in the Tunisian capital, Tunis.

2024-02-27T00:31:21.474695+00:00 IST

Muscat International Book Fair attracts intellectuals, youth

The 28th edition of the Muscat International Book Fair is underway at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Center (OCEC).

2024-02-26T21:34:10.029720+00:00 IST

Palestinian authority resigns as Abbas eyes integrating Hamas

The Palestinian Authority resigned on Monday and is being replaced by a transitional government of technocrats as Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas eyes returning to power in post-war Gaza.

2024-02-26T17:38:18.789444+00:00 IST

Israeli army discovers 10 Km tunnel under Gaza hospital and unive

Israeli soldiers discovered a massive tunnel 10 km in length that passed beneath a Gaza hospital and university, the Israel Defense Forces said on Monday.

2024-02-26T17:21:07.511193+00:00 IST

India pushes for WTO backing for developing nations

The World Trade Organisation (WTO) held its thirteenth Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

2024-02-26T16:43:42.418036+00:00 IST

Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches Hellenic Business Council

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Hellenic Business Council.

2024-02-26T16:03:13.746701+00:00 IST

Dubai Stem Cell Congress begins featuring 30 International Speak

The second edition of the Dubai Stem Cell Congress (DSCC) kicks off today at Palazzo Versace in Dubai.

2024-02-26T15:58:01.255466+00:00 IST

Yemeni Minister of Trade praises UAE

Mohamed Al Ashwwal, Minister of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Yemen, affirmed the significant and leading role of the United Arab Emirates in supporting and enhancing global trade, noting that its diligent efforts will contribute to the success of the thirteenth ministerial conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organisation and the issuance of important and decisive resolutions.

2024-02-26T15:57:43.948217+00:00 IST

Israeli military presents plan to evacuate civilians in Rafah

The Israeli military has submitted a plan to the war cabinet for 'evacuating the population' of Gaza from areas of fighting, amid looming concerns of an offensive incursion in the southern city of Rafah, according to CNN.

2024-02-26T13:33:59.503301+00:00 IST

Algeria inaugurates world’s third-largest mosque

Amid the political upheavals, Algeria finally inaugurated the continent's largest mosque and the third-largest in the world ahead of the holy month of Ramzan, reported Al Jazeera.

2024-02-26T13:32:07.059668+00:00 IST

Palestinian PM Mohammad Shtayyeh resigns

Announcing his resignation, Shtayyeh said he was moved to step down due to the "unprecedented escalation" in the occupied West Bank and Jerusalem, and the "war, genocide and starvation in the Gaza Strip".

2024-02-26T09:46:00.840756+00:00 IST

Israeli forces kill 30 Hamas terrorists in Gaza City

The terrorists were eliminated as Israel's 401st Armored Brigade consolidated its control over the area.

2024-02-26T08:25:14.455250+00:00 IST

Israeli forces leave Gaza Hospital after arresting 200 terrorists

Throughout the army's several days of searches, operations to keep Nasser Hospital supplied with humanitarian aid continued, including an alternative generator to ensure an uninterrupted supply of electricity.

2024-02-26T08:25:07.602089+00:00 IST