Middle East

Dubai plans to achieve 50 pc reduction in carbon emissions

Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary-General of Dubai Executive Council, reaffirmed Dubai's dedication to environmental sustainability and climate action, aligned with the Paris Agreement's objectives.

2023-12-08T20:16:52.136809+00:00 IST

2,200 wanted terrorists captured since start of war: IDF

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that its forces captured two wanted terrorists residing in the Pharaoh refugee camp in Samaria.

2023-12-08T17:23:39.818821+00:00 IST

Arabic Language Youth Council launches Arabic dictionary

The Arabic Language Youth Council unveiled the "Arabic Dictionary for Environmental Terms" and delved into the concept of sustainability in Arab culture during the event "Sustainability in Arab Culture." The event took place as part of the COP28 conference hosted by the UAE until December 12th.

2023-12-08T17:21:40.947174+00:00 IST

Israeli military finds terrorist post and weapons in a Gaza unive

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) reported that on Thursday, forces from its 749th Reserve Engineering Battalion destroyed buildings, including terrorist infrastructure that was used for Hamas activities, that were uncovered at "Al-Azhar" University in the Rimal neighbourhood of Gaza City.

2023-12-08T17:20:21.482326+00:00 IST

COP28's first week outcomes demonstrate how consensus is carrying

Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi, COP28 Director-General and Special Representative, affirmed that the second half of our Action Agenda programme, which begins with youth engagement and education, testifies to their key role in climate action.

2023-12-08T17:20:03.125940+00:00 IST

UAE announces first Women in Nuclear Middle East chapter

The UAE announced today the launch of the Women in Nuclear (WiN) Middle East Chapter.

2023-12-08T16:55:37.750419+00:00 IST

COP28: Dubai Municipality announces weekend activations

As COP28 nears its conclusion, Dubai Municipality will continue its highly successful programme of workshops and presentations, which are inspiring and educating hundreds of regional and international visitors.

2023-12-08T16:53:15.256173+00:00 IST

'Gaza on brink of full-blown collapse': UNRWA director

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) highlighted on Friday that Gaza is on the brink of full-blown collapse as civil order is breaking down in the region, The Times of Israel reported.

2023-12-08T13:52:02.986926+00:00 IST

2,40,000 Israelis look forward to returning to their homes

Families are being housed in temporary accommodation in other parts of the country, without knowing when they will be able to return to their homes.

2023-12-08T09:45:37.798752+00:00 IST

Israel: Footage from terrorist’s body cam shows them

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) revealed on Thursday evening more body cam footage taken from the bodies of terrorists eliminated by its forces.

2023-12-08T08:37:20.088850+00:00 IST

Joe Biden tells Netanyahu Hamas to blame for ceasefire ending

"We will continue to pursue every opportunity to free them," said Biden.

2023-12-08T08:29:49.985461+00:00 IST

First visit of British Defense Secretary to Israel in 27 years

Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant met with the visiting British Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps on Thursday night at the Ministry of Defense Headquarters in Tel Aviv. Shapps took part in the lighting of the first candle for the first night of Chanukah with Minister Gallant.

2023-12-08T08:29:25.363068+00:00 IST

Israeli military hits 450 Gaza terror targets

The fighting in the Gaza Strip continues as the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that about 450 targets were attacked in the last day.

2023-12-08T08:16:23.789089+00:00 IST

Anti-tank missile kills Israeli farmer near Lebanese border

Paramedics pronounced dead a 54-year-old man "with no vital signs" after military medics evacuated him to a nearby intersection near Mattat, the Magen David Adom emergency medical service said.

2023-12-08T00:21:14.289317+00:00 IST

UAE Vice President Mansour bin Zayed meets Yemeni Prime Minister

The meeting discussed UAE-Yemen relations and ways to boost them across all fields to serve the interests of their countries and peoples.

2023-12-07T21:54:15.327180+00:00 IST

UAE Armed Forces' Climate Change Strategy launched at COP28

The UAE's Ministry of Defence on Thursday launched the UAE Armed Forces' Climate Change Strategy, the first of its kind in the region on the sidelines of the COP28 at Expo City Dubai.

2023-12-07T21:32:32.845224+00:00 IST

Son of Israeli minister among two soldiers killed in Gaza: IDF

Gal Meir Eisenkot, the son of Israeli Minister Gadi Eisenkot, and Sgt. Major (res.) Jonathan David Deitch of the 55th Brigade's 6623rd Reconnaissance Battalion have been killed in the Gaza Strip, the Times of Israel reported quoting the Israel Defence Forces (IDF).

2023-12-07T21:09:07.124156+00:00 IST

UAE: Abu Dhabi DoE partners with University of Arizona, IRENA

The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) at COP28 UAE with internationally recognised partners.

2023-12-07T18:27:48.934467+00:00 IST

Report highlights role of financial institutions in food security

With the global population set to reach 9.8 billion by 2050, communities and ecosystems are facing enormous resource challenges

2023-12-07T18:21:14.006411+00:00 IST

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival to return in February 2024

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) has announced that its Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) will be back for its 7th annual edition on February 3-4 next year at the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP).

2023-12-07T17:49:31.438386+00:00 IST

UAE Alliance for Climate Action launch groundbreaking initiatives

In support of the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 Strategic initiative, the UAE Alliance for Climate Action (UACA) launched two pioneering climate action initiatives at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28). Razan Al Mubarak, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28 and Chair of the UACA Advisory Committee attended the launch.

2023-12-07T17:48:15.763279+00:00 IST