Middle East

Israel-Hamas war: Blinken meets Netanyahu for third time

"Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken are meeting for the third time since the outbreak of the war, at the Kirya in Tel Aviv," as per the Israeli Prime Minister's office's official handle on 'X'.

2023-11-03T14:43:26.390208+00:00 IST

How Effective is Israeli Inspection of Aid Flowing to Gaza?

Trucks carrying goods into the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip are being inspected by Israeli authorities at the Nitzana Crossing to Sinai in southern Israel, a former senior Israeli official told the Tazpit Press Service.

2023-11-03T09:59:13.678383+00:00 IST

Despite war, majority of Thai workers remain in Israel

Nearly three-quarters of Thai workers employed in Israel in the agriculture sector remain in the country despite the nearly four-week long war with Hamas and the vast majority of those who did leave want to return after the hostilities end, Thailand's Ambassador to Israel said Thursday.

2023-11-03T09:43:53.430120+00:00 IST

UAE President hails UAE’s unity and loyalty at Flag Day ceremony

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan raised the UAE flag at Qasr Al Hosn, a location that was central to the early growth of the nation and remains a cultural and historic landmark today.

2023-11-03T09:29:09.101654+00:00 IST

UAE: Department of Municipalities, Transport delegation explores

During the visit, discussions were held to explore opportunities for cooperation to understand urban development plans and the latest sustainable transportation solutions through meetings with government entities and the private sector.

2023-11-03T09:17:00.398215+00:00 IST

Detained Gazans ask Israel's High Court to release them to West B

Hundreds of Gaza residents who were legally staying in Israel during Hamas' October 7 attack, have filed a petition in Israel's High Court to release them to the West Bank and let them meet with their relatives, reported The Times of Israel, citing KAN news.

2023-11-03T09:12:46.049366+00:00 IST

Pre-COP in Abu Dhabi builds momentum for successful COP28: Japane

The pre-COP28 meeting held here early this week was critical to building momentum for the success of COP28, Asahi Kentaro, Japan's Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Environment, told the Emirates News Agency.

2023-11-03T09:10:29.724783+00:00 IST

32 killed, 16 injured after fire breaks out at drug rehabilitatio

Nearly 32 people died and 16 injured after a fire broke out at a drug rehabilitation centre in Iran on Friday, Iran's local media reported.

2023-11-03T09:06:42.013662+00:00 IST

Israel Defence Forces claims it killed Hamas battalion commander

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it has killed Hamas battalion commander Mustafa Dalul during overnight combat operations.

2023-11-03T08:42:23.257763+00:00 IST

Messaging app Telegram blocks Hamas channels 

The official account of Hamas along with the news account, 'Gaza Now' have not been accessible on versions of Telegram, founded by brother Nikolai and Pavel Durov, downloaded from Google Play or Apple's App Store since last week, Al Jazeera reported.

2023-11-03T08:36:39.800149+00:00 IST

US State Secretary Antony Blinken lands in Tel Aviv

During his visit to Israel, Blinken is due to meet a series of top Israeli officials before heading to Jordan.

2023-11-03T07:40:31.521156+00:00 IST

Israel to deduct money earmarked for Gaza from tax transfers to P

Israel's security cabinet decided on Thursday night to deduct money earmarked for Gaza from tax revenues it transfers to the Palestinian Authority.

2023-11-03T07:26:01.506072+00:00 IST

Over 8000 rockets fired at Israel, 2,50,000 Israeli civilians eva

In a post shared by the IDF on X, it stressed, "Israel is still under fire", adding that over 300 rockets are fired at Israel daily.

2023-11-03T06:13:29.078735+00:00 IST

Herzog meets envoys of Thailand, Tanzania, Nepal, Philippines

Israel President Isaac Herzog met ambassadors of Thailand, Philippines, Tanzania, and Nepal, whose citizens were killed and taken hostage by Hamas.

2023-11-03T05:30:37.781636+00:00 IST

Israel will respond with action to any escalation...: IDF

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said Israel will respond with actions, not words, in response to any escalation from Hezbollah.

2023-11-03T02:59:27.642700+00:00 IST

Dubai South Ride, Dubai South Run to get underway next Sunday

Riders and runners will gather in Dubai next Sunday, November 5, for the Dubai South Ride and Dubai South Run - as part of the ongoing Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC).

2023-11-03T01:01:03.018190+00:00 IST

Israeli forces thwart shooting, bombing plot in Jerusalem

Israeli security forces recently thwarted a terrorist attack in Jerusalem, authorities announced on Thursday morning.

2023-11-03T00:49:34.827786+00:00 IST

UAE Flag a symbol of our dignity and pride: Sultan bin Tahnoon

Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Frontline Heroes Office (FHO), said: "On UAE Flag Day, we stand in reverence and honour for the flag of our beloved country, which is the symbol of our dignity and pride."

2023-11-03T00:46:51.491749+00:00 IST

Prolonged evacuation takes toll on Israeli families

Some 1,26,000 residents of communities near the Gaza and Lebanon borders have been evacuated to central Israel, living in guest houses, hotels, or with families.

2023-11-02T17:53:55.483153+00:00 IST

Tablets become lifeline for Israeli children with special needs

Special in Uniform has received thousands of requests for tablets, and in response, it launched an initiative pairing special children with donors around the world who gift them with a USD 50 tablet.

2023-11-02T17:51:58.303529+00:00 IST

18th edition of Dubai Airshow to begin on November 13

The 18th edition of the Dubai Airshow to be held from November 13-17, 2023 at Dubai World Central (DWC), is set to be the biggest on record, with over 1,400 exhibitors from 95 countries and visitor numbers expected to grow from last year's edition.

2023-11-02T17:49:12.687489+00:00 IST