Middle East

Israel military regains full control of Gaza border: Israel Defen

The Israel Defense Forces' top spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari stressed that the military has regained full control of the Gaza border after Hamas terrorists blew up sections of the border fence during the attack on Saturday, reported The Times of Israel.

2023-10-10T06:20:49.038345+00:00 IST

OPEC sees global oil demand at 116 mb/d in 2045

The 17th edition of the flagship publication takes on board recent energy and economic-related developments, particularly related to the shifting dynamics around net zero policies, with many populations questioning the targets and the benefits, policymakers reevaluating their approach to energy transition pathways and new technologies being developed and deployed.

2023-10-10T01:56:47.567451+00:00 IST

Israel Air Force continues destruction of Gaza infrastructure

Among other things, aircraft attacked a building used by the terrorist organisation Hamas in investigations and an operational infrastructure used by Hamas located inside a mosque.

2023-10-10T01:56:31.280511+00:00 IST

Israeli couple ties the knot on eve of military deployment

The young couple were travelling in Thailand when Hamas surprised Israel with a devastating attack on Saturday. They quickly rushed home.

2023-10-10T01:56:14.385342+00:00 IST

'Fauda' star Lior Raz takes to front lines of Israel's war

From the southern Israeli town of Sderot, the actor shared a video on social media that showed him accompanied by the president of the Israel Democracy Institute Yohanan Plesner, and journalist Avi Yissascharov.

2023-10-10T01:22:44.297444+00:00 IST

"Israel didn’t start this war, Israel will finish it": Netanyahu

"Israel is at war. We didn't want this war. It was forced upon us in the most brutal and savage way. But though Israel didn't start this war, Israel will finish it," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an address to the nation.

2023-10-09T22:04:44.849717+00:00 IST

Israel witnesses “worst massacre of civilians”: IDF spokesperson

In a major escalation on October 7 (Saturday), Hamas launched a "surprise attack" on Israel, firing a barrage of rockets into the southern and central parts of the country.

2023-10-09T21:40:35.127157+00:00 IST

UAE: ADNOC L&S to distribute interim cash dividend of AED239 mn

ADNOC Logistics and Services plc (ADNOC L&S) (ADX symbol ADNOCLS / ISIN AEE01268A239), today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the distribution of an interim cash dividend of USD 65 million (AED239 million) for Q2 2023, equivalent to 3.2 fils per share.

2023-10-09T18:18:14.866801+00:00 IST

Israel mobilises 3 lakh troops in 48 hours

In a record mobilisation of troops, Israel mobilised 3,00,000 troops in the last 48 hours, as Israeli retaliation against the deadly Hamas attack entered its third day on Monday.

2023-10-09T18:17:42.255312+00:00 IST

'Cordoba Nights' concert celebrates Andalusian culture, heritage

The 'Cordoba Nights' concert, held at the Emirates Palace Theatre in Abu Dhabi as part of the Andalusia: History and Civilisation Initiative, showcased the rich artistic legacy of Arab culture in Spain.

2023-10-09T18:15:04.353152+00:00 IST

UAE: Sharjah Ruler receives CBUAE Governor and EIF’s BoD

Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received, on Monday, morning, Khalid Muhammad Al Amma, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and members of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF), at Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre.

2023-10-09T18:12:33.003037+00:00 IST

Israel refutes reports claiming Netanyahu received warning

Israel has refuted all reports claiming that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received a message a message in advance from Egypt regarding the Hamas attack.

2023-10-09T18:07:14.583003+00:00 IST

“We have just begun…”: Benjamin Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a strongly worded statement, affirmed that the Israeli retaliation has just begun, and Hamas will go through much "tough and terrible" things, Times of Israel reported.

2023-10-09T16:52:30.118843+00:00 IST

'Only way to fight Hamas is make everyone involved pay the price'

Calling Hamas a "terror organisation", Lior Haiat, the spokesperson of Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that the only way to fight the terror group is to make everyone involved in the attack "pay the price".

2023-10-09T15:28:02.349602+00:00 IST

Death toll from Hamas attack in Israel rises to 800

According to Israel Health Ministry, 2506 people injured have been taken to hospitals, including 23 who are in critical condition and 353 who are seriously wounded.

2023-10-09T14:32:58.975965+00:00 IST

COP28 Presidency unveils steps supporting women’s leadership

The measures include financial assistance to encourage stronger attendance of women delegates, technical training sessions, and support for an international conference.

2023-10-09T14:18:09.807357+00:00 IST

GCC to make COP28 turning point: Secretary-General

Addressing a meeting by GCC ministers in charge of climate affairs on the sidelines of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Climate Week in Riyadh, Albudaiwi referred to the final communique issued by the GCC Supreme Council in its 43rd session in 2022

2023-10-09T14:11:44.645239+00:00 IST

Israel orders "Complete Siege" on Gaza

"I have ordered a complete siege on the Gaza Strip. There will be no electricity, no food, no fuel, everything is closed," Gallant said.

2023-10-09T12:17:48.982212+00:00 IST

Dubai Chambers attracts world’s biggest family business conferenc

Dubai Chambers has attracted the world's biggest and most significant family business conference to Dubai, underlining the emirate's status as a leading destination for prestigious global events.

2023-10-09T10:18:27.070175+00:00 IST

UAE: ERRA first Middle Eastern member to participate in World Con

The Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) made history as the first Middle Eastern member to participate in the 2023 World Conference of the International Federation of Reproduction Rights Organisations (IFRRO), which took place in Reykjavik, Iceland, recently.

2023-10-09T10:07:44.923466+00:00 IST