Middle East

Israel sets sights on Hamas ‘Royalty’ living abroad

Hamas' leadership openly embraces its lavish lifestyle, staying at five-star hotels in Qatar and Turkey and flying internationally on private jets, even as Palestinians in Gaza fight over humanitarian aid in the terrorist-ruled enclave.

2023-12-15T17:43:30.752430+00:00 IST

UAE and Mexico sign MoU and comprehensive partnership at COP28

During the signing ceremony, Al Shamsi stated that the UAE believes the future depends on solid multilateral partnerships, based on a mutual commitment aimed at achieving stability and prosperity.

2023-12-15T17:35:26.912623+00:00 IST

Israeli forces capture Shejaiya Command and Control Center

The complex was struck by aircraft, tanks and engineering forces and a tunnel shaft was destroyed.

2023-12-15T17:29:13.144971+00:00 IST

Israel strikes Hamas sites along Egyptian border for first time

For the first time, Israel carried out air strikes on Hamas targets along Gaza's border with Egypt, the Israel Defence Forces confirmed on Friday.

2023-12-15T17:07:11.406254+00:00 IST

UAE: ArabPlast 2023 concludes, with deals worth USD 88 million to

The 16th International Trade Show for Plastics, Recycling, Petrochemicals, and Packaging Rubber Industry (ArabPlast 2023) concluded today, recording USD 88 million worth of agreements signed by petrochemical companies to establish projects that drive the production of eco-friendly raw materials and support sustainability goals.

2023-12-15T17:06:00.457417+00:00 IST

UAE Air Force and Air Defence to participate in Ethiopian Air For

The UAE Ministry of Defence, represented by the Air Force and Air Defence, and the Joint Aviation Command, will participate in the Ethiopian Air Force's 88th anniversary celebrations, which will be held tomorrow at the Harar Meda Air Base in Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa.

2023-12-15T16:54:14.887311+00:00 IST

Israel strikes Hezbollah target in Lebanon: IDF

The IDF said that the air force struck a Hezbollah target in Lebanon amid the ongoing exchanges of gunfire between the two sides along the border.

2023-12-15T14:47:29.014340+00:00 IST

Israeli military kills ten terrorists in 60 hour Jenin raid

After 60 hours, the counter-terrorism operation in Jenin ended. The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that its soldiers, together with Border Police units, completed what it called an "extensive operation to counter-terrorism" in the refugee camp and in the city of Jenin.

2023-12-15T09:54:41.469123+00:00 IST

PM of Bavaria visits Israel, meets with FM Cohen

Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen met with the Prime Minister of the German State Bavaria, Markus Soder, who visited Israel

2023-12-15T09:21:42.485442+00:00 IST

Japan’s FM meets with delegation of Israeli hostages’ relatives

The members of the information delegation initiated by the Ministry of Diaspora and in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the relatives of the abductees held captive by Hamas, met in Tokyo with the Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa.

2023-12-15T09:18:02.263632+00:00 IST

Iran waives Visa requirements for Indian citizens

Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Ezzatollah Zarghami has said the Iranian Cabinet has decided to unilaterally cancel visa requirements for visitors from 33 more countries including India.

2023-12-15T06:03:08.799613+00:00 IST

Hamdan bin Mohammed test rides cruise electric vehicle

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today went on the first demo ride of the Chevrolet Bolt-based Cruise autonomous vehicle (AV) in Jumeirah 1 area.

2023-12-15T00:23:54.757383+00:00 IST

Sultan bin Ahmed opens third edition of Sharjah Events Festival

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council opened today the third edition of Sharjah Events Festival, organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau.

2023-12-15T00:19:49.688527+00:00 IST

Israel: Netanyahu, war cabinet members meet with US NSA

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the members of Israel's War Cabinet Thursday at the Kirya (Israel's version of the Pentagon) in Tel Aviv met with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan.

2023-12-15T00:09:21.569327+00:00 IST

Mossad chief trip to Qatar for restarting hostage talks cancelled

Israel cancelled a planned trip of Mossad director David Barnea to Qatar to restart talks on a possible second hostage release deal, CNN reported citing a source.

2023-12-14T23:56:51.024606+00:00 IST

"We want it to end as soon as possible, but...": White House

The White House said on Thursday that it wants the Israel-Hamas war to end "as soon as possible" but also clarified that Washington won't be dictating terms and Tel Aviv has the right to take it "as long as they feel" to eliminate the Hamas threat.

2023-12-14T20:28:38.374906+00:00 IST

UAB successfully concludes Dual Tranche Club Term Loan facility

United Arab Bank (UAB) announced the successful conclusion of its AED 735 million, 2-year Dual Tranche Club Term Loan facility.

2023-12-14T17:44:01.695971+00:00 IST

Sharjah Ruler inaugurates 11th SCC legislative chapter

Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, emphasised the significance of the role played by the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) in supporting the government in decision-making, understanding the needs of society, and assisting in the development of legislative systems and procedures aimed at providing a decent life for citizens.

2023-12-14T17:43:36.578611+00:00 IST

Dubai Police receives Young Presidents' Organization delegation

A delegation from the Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), including businessmen and chief executives representing diverse local and international economic sectors, visited the Dubai Police Museum to gain insight into the wide range of security and social services provided by the Dubai Police to the public.

2023-12-14T17:40:17.785358+00:00 IST