Middle East

"US has Israel’s back": Secretary of State Antony Blinken

At a time when Israel is battling its toughest war against Hamas, United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has reiterated that the US has Israel's back, no matter what.

2023-10-15T23:24:13.748986+00:00 IST

Netanyahu meets families of captive Israelis after Hamas' assault

The office of the Prime Minister of Israel posted pictures of Netanyahu meeting the relatives of Israeli hostages on the social media platform X, in which he can be seen consoling them.

2023-10-15T21:40:30.996707+00:00 IST

Rocket barrage from Gaza targets Central, Southern Israel

A heavy barrage of rockets was fired at central and southern Israel late on Sunday night from the Gaza Strip. Sirens were heard in neighbourhoods along the Gaza border, as well as in Ashkelon, Ashdod, Rehovot, and Ramle.

2023-10-15T20:43:58.922341+00:00 IST

Kin of Israeli hostages relive horror, share anxiety

Amid the fierce Israeli counter-offensive against Hamas after the October 7 terror attacks, desolation and sadness pervade every home in Israel, with many frantically searching for their family members over the last one week and urging the government as well as the Hamas to ensure the safe return of their loved ones.

2023-10-15T18:50:13.767275+00:00 IST

IDF chief says army will soon enter Gaza ‘to win’

The Israel Defence Forces chief said that the army will soon enter the gaza Strip to decimate the Hamas terror group, highlighting that, "In one word, to win,", reported The Times of Israel.

2023-10-15T18:03:00.237408+00:00 IST

UAE: MBRF announces 8th edition of Knowledge Summit

Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) announced that the eighth edition of the Knowledge Summit will be held on November 21 and 22 2023 at the Dubai World Trade Centre - Sheikh Rashid Hall, and virtually on November 23.

2023-10-15T17:49:57.087967+00:00 IST

Dubai's IHC launches urgent relief airbridge to Lebanon and Egypt

Dubai's International Humanitarian City (IHC) announced that it has launched an urgent humanitarian airbridge operation to transport essential medical supplies and food assistance to Egypt and Lebanon.

2023-10-15T17:49:32.943973+00:00 IST

Expand North Star 2023 kicks off in Dubai gathering game-changing

Expand North Star, the world's largest start-up show, opened in Dubai Harbour today, it's largest ever edition featuring more than 1,800 start-ups from 100 countries looking to connect, fundraise and share experiences with global peers.

2023-10-15T17:42:23.744401+00:00 IST

They thought we would break: Netanyahu vows to end Hamas

As Israel continues to retaliate against Hamas, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that Hamas thought Israel would break, but "We will break Hamas," reported The Times of Israel.

2023-10-15T16:14:52.230463+00:00 IST

US State Secy Blinken meets Saudi Crown Prince, discusses Hamas t

Amid the escalating tensions and conflict between Israel and Hamas terror group, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and discussed the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel.

2023-10-15T12:15:41.507436+00:00 IST

Israel-Hamas war leaves famous Tel Aviv beach deserted

A famous Tel Aviv Beach, where people used to come for morning walks and jogging, now wears a deserted look due to the Israel-Hamas war.

2023-10-15T09:49:57.934910+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Vietnam for official visit

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Vietnam on Sunday, for his four-day visit during which he will be co-chairing the 18th Joint Commission meeting.

2023-10-15T08:57:25.975219+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi unites regulators to steer future of smart vehicle

Following the launch of its global cluster for Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industry (SAVI) cluster in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi is uniting key local regulatory authorities to expand the enabling regulatory framework to streamline applications across air, land and sea.

2023-10-15T08:02:17.226840+00:00 IST

‘Yahya Sinwar, the Face of Evil, and his team are in our sights'

Hamas in Gaza chief Yahya Sinwar and his entire command team "are in our sights," Israel Defense Forces international spokesperson Lt. Col. Richard Hecht told journalists on Saturday.

2023-10-15T07:54:26.677734+00:00 IST

IDF eliminates another senior Hamas commander in airstrike

A senior Hamas commander, who led multiple murderous attacks was killed during the Israeli airstrike, the Israel Defence Forces said on Sunday, the Times of Israel reported.

2023-10-15T07:51:30.707206+00:00 IST

UAE: ADEK to launch 4th Rize University Fair tomorrow

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced the return of the fourth Rize University Fair, the annual networking event that bridges the gap between students, parents and representatives hailing from leading local and international universities.

2023-10-15T07:50:51.070102+00:00 IST

Hamas blocking evacuation of civilians in Gaza: IDF

The Israel Defence Force (IDF) on Sunday alleged that the terror group Hamas is blocking the evacuation of civilians in the Gaza Strip ahead of the possible ground offensive by Israel after the deadly attacks on October 7.

2023-10-15T05:33:02.743185+00:00 IST

Iranian leader meets Hamas leader, agree on cooperation

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian met Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on Saturday night in Qatar and agreed to cooperate for "fully achieving" the goals of Hamas and the Palestinian people the Jerusalem Post reported.

2023-10-15T05:04:45.980611+00:00 IST

IDF indicates starting of ground offensive against Hamas

In a clear indication of a possible ground offensive, the Israel Defence Force (IDF) on Sunday said that it is prepared to counter Hamas with an "even greater force".

2023-10-15T03:38:44.104283+00:00 IST

US sends second aircraft carrier to “deter hostile actions”

The United States sent a second aircraft carrier strike group to the eastern Mediterranean to deter the "hostile actions" against Israel or any efforts toward widening this war following Hamas's attack on Israel, US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin said on Saturday.

2023-10-15T02:38:37.401143+00:00 IST