Middle East

Palestinian man arrested for ripping Israeli flag off car

A Palestinian man from the village of Janiya, near Ramallah, was arrested for tearing an Israeli flag off a car that was stuck in traffic and throwing it into the road.

2024-02-05T08:59:58.463975+00:00 IST

Israeli forces seize 3 million shekels in Hamas cash

Israeli soldiers raided Hamas financial infrastructure in Khan Yunis, seizing three million shekels (USD 819,000), the Israel Defense Forces said on Sunday.

2024-02-05T08:57:38.131755+00:00 IST

Ahead of PM Modi's visit, preparations underway for 'Ahlan Modi'

PM Modi will address the Indian diaspora at 'Ahlan Modi' on February 13.

2024-02-05T07:10:16.687863+00:00 IST

Israel moving to use of eSIM tech in mobile phones

Israel's Ministry of Communications is working to oblige the mobile companies to activate a virtual SIM service (eSIM) in the coming months.

2024-02-05T00:39:33.311107+00:00 IST

Israeli military raids Hamas headquarters in Khan Younis

The IDF's (Israel Defense Forces) Givati Infantry Brigade carried out a raid on the central headquarters of Hamas's Khan Yunis terror brigade in Gaza, which was used for training terrorists in the execution of the attack on October 7 and also served as the office of Hamas leader Mohammad Sinwar, brother of Yahya Sinwar.

2024-02-05T00:39:09.110294+00:00 IST

UAE fencers strike gold and silver in AWST 2024

UAE fencers brought glory to their home country, bagging gold and silver medals in Saber Individuals competitions at the ongoing 7th edition of the Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST 2024) on Saturday.

2024-02-05T00:29:18.289917+00:00 IST

Aid shipments to Gaza to be suspended on Saturdays

The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) reported that, in line with an agreement reached with the US, Egypt and the UN, the Kerem Shalom and Nitzana border crossings between Israel and Egypt will be closed on Saturdays.

2024-02-04T17:25:12.823652+00:00 IST

UAE: Al Dahak calls for uniting efforts to protect environment

Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, today affirmed that extending the 'Year of Sustainability' into 2024, as announced by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reflects the nation's commitment to embedding sustainability across all sectors and instil these practices in the behaviour of society and future generations.

2024-02-04T17:24:42.928655+00:00 IST

People across globe await for PM Modi to inaugurate Hindu Temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his upcoming visit to the UAE next month, will also address the Indian diaspora at a community reception titled 'Ahlan Modi' on February 13, a day before the temple inauguration.

2024-02-04T17:07:14.240395+00:00 IST

In rare admission, Israel acknowledges air strikes in Syria

In a rare admission, Israel Defense Forces spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari acknowledged on Saturday that Israel has hit more than 50 targets belonging to Hezbollah and other Iran-backed militias in Syria since October 7.

2024-02-04T16:38:23.967404+00:00 IST

UAE: Inaugural Human Fraternity Majlis convenes global leaders

The inaugural Human Fraternity Majlis successfully concluded today at the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi, UAE, after bringing together global leaders to reinforce their collective commitment to global peace and unity

2024-02-04T16:08:24.260556+00:00 IST

Second Emirati aid ship sets sail from Fujairah for Palestine

The second UAE aid ship carrying 4,544 tonnes of humanitarian supplies set sail on Saturday for the city of Al Arish, Egypt, destined for the Gaza Strip. The shipment is part of the 'Gallant Knight 3' humanitarian operation ordered by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to support the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.

2024-02-04T08:07:01.997846+00:00 IST

Dubai World Dental meeting kicks off at World Trade Centre

The Dubai World Dental Meeting (DWDM) officially kicked off today for three days at the Novotel World Trade Centre and Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre and includes some of the most advanced workshops that highlight insightful topics in the field of dentistry.

2024-02-04T08:05:54.131616+00:00 IST

Over 220 Israeli soldiers killed amid war in Gaza: IDF

The toll of Israeli soldiers in the ongoing military conflict with Hamas rose to 225 after 24-year-old Sgt First Class (res.) Shimon Yehoshua Asulin died fighting in southern Gaza, The Times of Israel reported citing the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday.

2024-02-04T07:44:01.989072+00:00 IST

UAE: SWAT team leaders visit Dubai Police headquarters

The Dubai Police welcomed tactical team leaders from various countries around the world who arrived in the UAE to participate in the UAE SWAT Challenge.

2024-02-04T07:20:02.792355+00:00 IST

Hamdan bin Zayed reaffirms EAD's commitment to food security

Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD), said that the UAE has taken a number of proactive measures to achieve food security, which he described as a "key issue of great importance".

2024-02-04T07:19:18.931446+00:00 IST

Arab delegations commend success of Watch & Jewellery Show

On the sidelines of the ongoing 53rd Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES 2024), hosted by Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS), the Centre has received official delegations from a number of Arab nations coming to gain insight from the event's agenda, its premium international and Arab participant lineup, and the successes its exhibitors have achieved during the Show.

2024-02-04T07:19:17.707653+00:00 IST

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival hosts first Arab mountaineer

In November 2021, Fahad Badar, an Arab mountaineer from Qatar, underwent surgery, having four fingers on his left hand amputated due to frostbite at 8,051 metres on Broadpeak.

2024-02-04T01:31:16.329203+00:00 IST

5th Edition of UAE SWAT Challenge 2024 opens in Dubai

The UAE SWAT Challenge 2024, now in its fifth edition, commenced with a spectacular display of fireworks and a massive public turnout at the Al Ruwayyah Training City in Dubai.

2024-02-04T01:30:22.978718+00:00 IST

SEDD, RUWAD participate in Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival

Sharjah Department of Economic Development "SEDD" and Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs "RUWAD" participated in the seventh edition of Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival organised by Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center "Sheraa", which was held on February 3rd and 4th under the slogan "OUR SHARED CANVAS" at Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park.

2024-02-04T01:29:43.410646+00:00 IST