Middle East

Dubai Police handled over 7 million calls last year

Dubai Police handled over 7.3 million emergency calls last year, with most answered within 10 seconds. In Q3 2025, response rates reached 99.3%. The force is upgrading digital operations, drones and smart systems to improve emergency response and expand full coverage by 2028.

2025-11-16T17:19:36.878588+00:00 IST

244th Emirati aid convoy enters Gaza Strip

The 244th Emirati aid convoy entered the Gaza Strip today as part of the ''Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'', carrying the "Olive Children" initiative dedicated to supporting Gaza's orphans and securing their basic needs--another step reflecting the UAE's ongoing commitment to helping the Palestinian people.

2025-11-16T16:59:34.118436+00:00 IST

UAE, South Korea deepen strategic partnership across sectors

The UAE and South Korea are deepening their special strategic partnership ahead of President Lee Jae-myung's visit. Cooperation spans trade, energy, defence, culture, healthcare and tourism, with major projects including the Barakah Nuclear Plant and a $30 billion UAE investment commitment in Korea.

2025-11-16T16:58:44.456001+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Qatar PM Al Thani, discusses ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Doha. The leaders discussed aspects of Strategic Partnership, which includes areas such as trade and energy.

2025-11-16T14:30:12.239242+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Qatar Amir

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the Amir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Sunday as the two leaders discussed expanding collaboration and strengthening ties.

2025-11-16T13:24:36.468490+00:00 IST

UAE marks International Day for Tolerance

The United Arab Emirates today marks the International Day for Tolerance, designated by the United Nations on 16th November each year as an annual occasion to encourage tolerance, unity and the promotion of coexistence and acceptance among people.

2025-11-16T09:30:46.020546+00:00 IST

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy steps up LPG inspection campaign

The initiative is carried out by the Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products Trading in Dubai, in collaboration with Dubai Police, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the General Directorate of Civil Defence in Dubai, and other relevant entities.

2025-11-16T09:29:21.008426+00:00 IST

Nahyan bin Mubarak: Values of tolerance, human fraternity

He noted that the UAE's progress depends on collective responsibility and meaningful participation in community life through cooperation, understanding and fair interaction.

2025-11-16T09:24:53.054964+00:00 IST

Terrorist killed after throwing explosives at Israeli soldiers

The force responded with fire and eliminated the terrorist.

2025-11-16T09:21:54.071925+00:00 IST

Putin, Netanyahu phone call over Gaza, ahead of UNSC vote

The United States has proposed a UN Security Council resolution to back President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza. Russia was forced to prepare an alternative draft UNSC resolution to the American one on achieving sustainable peace in Gaza, according to a Russian Permanent Mission to the UN.

2025-11-16T06:09:51.279110+00:00 IST

4 die as boat capsizes off Libya

In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the Red Crescent said that the two incidents occurred on Thursday night.

2025-11-16T00:41:51.642096+00:00 IST

Coexistence, tolerance fuel UAE’s thriving business environment

The UAE has cemented its position as one of the world's most attractive destinations for investment, underpinned by an open economic system that offers a secure and inclusive operational environment. This approach, rooted in the nation's values of coexistence, openness and equal opportunity, successfully draws global talent and capital.

2025-11-15T17:38:57.333929+00:00 IST

EAD launches AI-powered portal to enhance environment monitoring

The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the Abu Dhabi State of Environment Portal (ADSOEP) using AI technology during the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30), which is held in Brazil in November 2025.

2025-11-15T17:19:25.177789+00:00 IST

ICOM Dubai 2025 flag handed over to city of Rotterdam

The ICOM Dubai 2025 Organising Committee handed over the ICOM flag to the city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, which will host the 28th General Conference of the International Council of Museums (ICOM 2028).

2025-11-15T16:48:41.441076+00:00 IST

IAF Suryakiran Aerobatic Team arrives for Dubai Air Show

The Indian Air Force contingent comprising of the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team and Tejas fighters landed at Al Maktoum Airbase for the Dubai Air Show, the Indian Air Force Media Co-ordination Centre (IAF-MCC) shared on Saturday.

2025-11-15T13:39:51.911054+00:00 IST

IDF shows proof Hezbollah killed Christian politician

Video footage released by IDF Arabic spokesperson Lt. Col. Avichay Adraee shows Hezbollah terrorists killing senior Christian politician Elias Al-Hasrouni on 1 August 2023.

2025-11-15T13:04:43.209670+00:00 IST

EAD launches AI-powered portal

The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the Abu Dhabi State of Environment Portal (ADSOEP) using AI technology during the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30), which is held in Brazil in November 2025.

2025-11-15T12:38:23.663804+00:00 IST

Sharjah racecourse season to open on Sunday

Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club will open its 2025-2026 racing season on Sunday with the first of six horse races scheduled at the track this season.

2025-11-15T12:26:45.838731+00:00 IST

UAE says Sudanese Armed Forces spreading false allegations to mis

''The Sudanese Armed Forces rejected the humanitarian truce, in spite of the intensive efforts implemented by the United States, as part of the Quad - supported by the UAE - which could have prevented the recent escalation in El Fasher and allowed the delivery of humanitarian aid,' he further emphasised.

2025-11-15T08:50:17.547264+00:00 IST

New gene therapy approach could reverse ALS, say scientists

The findings, published this week in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Neuroscience, identify a previously unknown molecular mechanism that drives ALS and demonstrate a potential RNA-based gene therapy capable of stopping nerve degeneration and even regenerating damaged nerve cells.

2025-11-14T13:44:41.894340+00:00 IST

Emirates highlights extra busy December

Emirates is advising all customers of a significant travel surge throughout the month of December.

2025-11-14T13:26:14.016122+00:00 IST