Middle East

Gaza terrorist eliminated after violating ceasefire line

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that earlier today, Monday, forces of its Southern Brigade operating in the center of the Gaza Strip identified a terrorist who crossed the yellow line, which marks the Gaza ceasefire line, and approached them in a manner that posed an immediate threat to the soldiers.

2025-12-02T00:54:54.111147+00:00 IST

UAE Minister of Economy & Tourism: 77.5% non-oil share of real GD

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that the 54th UAE Eid Al Etihad arrives this year crowned with exceptional economic and tourism achievements that reflect the vision of the UAE's leadership and the strength of the Union.

2025-12-02T00:45:34.653813+00:00 IST

Ajman secures Guinness World Record with 603-vehicle formation of

The Emirate of Ajman has marked a significant achievement by officially entering the Guinness World Records. This follows the successful formation of the world's largest celebratory phrase using vehicles, where 603 automobiles were precisely arranged to spell out the message, "EID AL ETIHAD UAE 54."

2025-12-02T00:32:32.931158+00:00 IST

India moves to procure more Heron MK-II drones post Op Sindoor

Sources said discussions are also now underway to manufacture the advanced UAV in India -- a move that could eventually pave the way for full technology transfer and significantly deepen the Make in India footprint in the defence sector.

2025-12-01T15:28:06.325485+00:00 IST

Will be good if India designates Hamas as terror group: IDF

Israeli Defence Forces on Monday said it would be good if India recognised Hamas as a terrorist group.

2025-12-01T14:40:26.610986+00:00 IST

Israeli defence firm CEO says India among strongest partners in U

Speaking to ANI, Levy highlighted joint work on unmanned aerial vehicles and noted that several major systems were being developed with India, including the Barak MX. He also said the world's first UAV came from IAI.

2025-12-01T14:32:18.667867+00:00 IST

Ruler of Fujairah attends Commemoration Day ceremony at...

H.H. laid a wreath at the monument in recognition of the sacrifices and bravery of the UAE's heroes. H.H. also presented the Martyr's Medal to four families of heroes who have sacrificed their lives to ensure the security and safety of the UAE.

2025-12-01T01:34:40.169825+00:00 IST

80,000 visitors witness launch of ‘Jamal Al Ittihad’ symphony...

The Sheikh Zayed Festival recorded an attendance of more than 80,000 visitors during the launch of the Jamal Al Ittihad symphony, presented by world-renowned composer AR Rahman as a musical tribute to the UAE in celebration of the 54th Eid Al Etihad.

2025-12-01T01:16:28.937346+00:00 IST

Pope Leo reiterates the two-state solution for Israeli-Palestine

The Pope made the comments as he flew from Turkiye to Lebanon on Sunday for the second and final leg of his maiden international voyage as Pope.

2025-11-30T18:00:14.094976+00:00 IST

Netanyahu’s pardon request sparks fierce political reactions

Israel's political landscape erupted on Sunday following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's unprecedented request for a pardon from President Isaac Herzog.

2025-11-30T17:05:06.311585+00:00 IST

Israeli agency finds correlation between rate of work accidents

Israel's Occupational Safety and Health Administration examined the effect of heat stress on the risk of being injured in work accidents.

2025-11-30T16:59:15.253929+00:00 IST

Joint intervention program to increase enforcement

Following what the government of Israel described as an "alarming rise" in road fatalities, the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of National Security, the Israel Police, and the National Road Safety Authority have launched a combined enforcement program to curb the fatalities and increase enforcement on Israel's roads.

2025-11-30T16:58:37.650728+00:00 IST

Ashdod moves forward with renewable energy project

The Ashdod Municipality, in collaboration with the 'Sunshine for All' joint initiative of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the Israel National Fund, and the Israeli Energy Forum, continues the momentum of promoting renewable energy on the roofs of residential and business buildings in the city.

2025-11-30T16:57:14.451747+00:00 IST

Netanyahu requests Presidential pardon in corruption cases

Netanyahu faces three corruption cases filed in 2019, with allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. He maintains his innocence, claiming the charges are politically motivated.

2025-11-30T11:11:47.306979+00:00 IST

UAE President waives AED 475.154 million in debt for...

The move comes in line with the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and under the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.

2025-11-30T01:45:00.617831+00:00 IST

UAE condemns Israeli attacks on Syrian territory

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) called on the international community to take immediate action to halt the repeated attacks on Syrian territory and to prevent any escalation that could heighten regional tensions and threaten regional and international peace and security.

2025-11-30T01:44:25.605875+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Indonesia

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Indonesia over the victims of floods and landslides on Sumatra Island, which resulted in dozens of deaths and the displacement of thousands

2025-11-29T17:45:36.043116+00:00 IST

Etihad Airways says A320 operations returned to normal

Etihad Airways flights have returned to normal scheduled operations following the successful installation of the required Airbus software update across the A320 fleet.

2025-11-29T17:32:34.715456+00:00 IST

Terrorist eliminated in Gaza

Israeli forces of the Kfir Brigade identified a terrorist in the Yellow Line area who was approaching IDF (Israel Defence Forces) forces operating in the southern Gaza Strip, in a manner that posed an immediate threat to them.

2025-11-29T16:52:50.834547+00:00 IST

Nine terrorists eliminated in Rafah

The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) reported that nine additional terrorists were located and eliminated in an underground terror infrastructure as its hunt for the terrorists in eastern Rafah continues.

2025-11-29T16:52:34.046476+00:00 IST

Israeli Forces thwart attempt to smuggle weapons on Border

During what the IDF (Israel Defence Forces) called a proactive operation today, its fighters, in collaboration with the Israel Police, thwarted a smuggling attempt from Jordan and located two pistols in the northern sector of the Jordan Valley and apprehended one suspect.

2025-11-29T16:25:15.016021+00:00 IST