Middle East

Death toll from Gedera shooting attack rises to 2

Another four people are being treated in area hospitals.

2024-02-17T17:56:02.241773+00:00 IST

Houthis fired missiles at India-bound British oil tanker: US

The Houthis, a group of armed rebels based in Yemen and backed by Iran, claimed responsibility for a new missile attack on a British oil tanker amid Israel's war on Hamas in Gaza, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-02-17T12:03:15.600516+00:00 IST

Iran unveils anti-ballistic missile, air defence systems

Meanwhile, The New York Times in a report, alleged Israel was behind a pair of attacks on major gas pipelines inside Iran this week, which disrupted the flow of gas to millions of people.

2024-02-17T09:29:24.382264+00:00 IST

UAE: Crisis and emergency management community forum concludes in

With the participation of a large number of officials, experts and professionals, the activities of the Crisis and Emergency Management Community Forum organised by the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) concluded on Thursday.

2024-02-17T08:32:29.667402+00:00 IST

UAE President Cup Purebred Arabian Classic Series to begin tomorr

The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is set to host the 31st UAE President Cup for Purebred Arabian Classic Series, which comprises 4 main competitions, this Saturday, February 17.

2024-02-17T08:20:17.761420+00:00 IST

Sharjah Airport Authority reveals plans to develop Cargo Centre

The event was attended by delegates from leading international airports, airlines, and air cargo companies, as well as representatives from international commercial aviation and air cargo service organisations.

2024-02-17T00:08:03.077873+00:00 IST

UAE: Crisis and Emergency Management Community Forum concludes

Various sessions, presentations, specialised workshops and lectures, and national and international experiences showcased the most important current and future trends in the field were discussed.

2024-02-16T23:16:31.958327+00:00 IST

Israel: Five wounded in Sabbath eve terrorist shooting

A terrorist opened fire on innocent people at a bus stop at major highway intersection in central Israel Friday afternoon, wounding five people, including one soldier.

2024-02-16T23:15:54.648543+00:00 IST

IWWF Asia Abu Dhabi Wakefest 2024 begins

The first round of IWWF Asia Abu Dhabi Wakefest 2024 kicked off today at the Corniche Breakwater in Abu Dhabi, and will run until 18th February 2024, under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club.

2024-02-16T18:04:13.471695+00:00 IST

UAE judo team's Karim Abdulaev to face Bulgarian champion in Baku

Karim Abdulaev, a member of the UAE National Judo Team, is set to kick off his participation in the Baku Grand Slam 2024 starting tomorrow.

2024-02-16T17:57:54.415916+00:00 IST

Egypt boosts security at border amid Israel's Rafah push

Amid plans by the Israeli armed forces to push ahead and intensify its ongoing military operations in southern Gaza and Rafah where thousands of Palestinians are taking refuge, Egypt began tightening security measures on its border with the Gaza Strip, CNN reported on Friday, adding that the move was aimed at preventing an influx of Palestinians onto its territory.

2024-02-16T12:57:44.381270+00:00 IST

ADAFSA, WHO organise National Training Workshop to assess burden

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO), organised a national workshop on estimating the burden of foodborne diseases as part of their joint efforts to improve food safety and protect public health.

2024-02-16T09:29:02.377851+00:00 IST

Sharjah Museums Authority participates in 'UAE Innovates 2024'

Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is set to participate in UAE Innovates 2024, the nation's largest event dedicated to innovation, creativity, and visionary minds.

2024-02-16T09:28:41.000873+00:00 IST

Israel PM rejects unilateral recognition of Palestinian state

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday rejected a plan for unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state and international dictates regarding a permanent settlement with the Palestinians.

2024-02-16T09:13:30.882654+00:00 IST

GPSSA explains provisions of new Federal Law No. 57 of 2023

The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) explained that the newly introduced Federal Law No. 57 of 2023 regarding pension and social security applies to all Emirati employees first employed on or after 31st October 2023, in federal, government, or private sector entities in Dubai, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Um Al Quwain, as well as private sector employees in Sharjah.

2024-02-16T09:06:51.084948+00:00 IST

UAE: Alketbi, Hammadi, Almatrooshi clinch medals at Para Athletic

Paralympic stars and home favourites Noura Alketbi and Mohamed Hammadi put up a decent show as the hosts United Arab Emirates claimed two silver and three bronze medals on the penultimate day of the 15th Fazza International Para Athletics Grand Prix - Dubai 2024.

2024-02-16T09:00:13.845888+00:00 IST

Biden emphasizes civilian protection in Rafah to Netanyahu Amid G

Following his call with Biden, the Israel PM said that Israel will "continue to oppose the unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state" as it would be a "huge reward to unprecedented terrorism".

2024-02-16T03:47:42.511221+00:00 IST

UAE Foreign Minister, UNESCO Director General hold talks

During the meeting, the two sides discussed current and future UNESCO projects and initiatives that aim to preserve the global cultural and civilisational heritage for future generations.

2024-02-15T23:53:41.078448+00:00 IST

Israeli military eliminates senior Hezbollah commander

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) revealed Thursday evening that on Wednesday night its forces killed in Lebanon who it called a "central commander" of Hezbollah's al-Hajj Radwan Force.

2024-02-15T22:04:29.446001+00:00 IST

Israel approves operations of Starlink satellite services

Israel's Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi gave the green light for Starlink, the satellite giant owned by Elon Musk, to operate in the country for the first time.

2024-02-15T22:04:12.241258+00:00 IST