Middle East

Israeli, US Defense Chiefs to meet in Washington

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant will meet with his U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin in Washington later this month.

2023-10-02T17:31:30.464510+00:00 IST

UAE: HFZA takes part in ADIPEC 2023

At ADIPEC 2023, HFZA occupies a special pavilion that highlights the numerous advantages of establishing a business within the Hamriyah Free Zone.

2023-10-02T17:31:03.707229+00:00 IST

Israel saw 23 fatalities from road accidents in August

There was a decrease in the number of accidents of 16.9 per cent – 702 compared to 845 in 2022.

2023-10-02T17:26:11.759771+00:00 IST

UAE: KATIM to demonstrate communication capabilities

This international event, scheduled to take place in Muscat on October 9 and 10, serves as a crucial venue for the mission-critical communications sector in the GCC and wider Middle Eastern region

2023-10-02T11:23:33.420886+00:00 IST

ADIPEC kicks off, to gather global energy leaders in Abu Dhabi

ADIPEC 2023 kicked off today under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) and will run until October 5.

2023-10-02T08:36:43.242904+00:00 IST

Egypt: Fire breaks out in police headquarters, dozens injured

Over dozens of people suffered injuries after a huge fire blazed through a police station in the Egyptian city of Ismailia on Monday, reported Arab News.

2023-10-02T06:41:08.388396+00:00 IST

UAE President holds phone call with Turkish President

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a telephone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan today to express UAE's solidarity with Türkiye and its people following the terrorist attack in the Turkish capital Ankara, which resulted in injuries to a number of security personnel.

2023-10-01T23:52:20.598191+00:00 IST

ADIPEC: Recognising changemakers transforming energy industry

A coveted recognition for the energy industry, the ADIPEC Awards is an important part of ADIPEC, which takes place in Abu Dhabi from October 2-5, 2023.

2023-10-01T23:51:43.768032+00:00 IST

Scottish companies to showcase world-leading energy transition

Twenty-four innovative Scottish companies will showcase Scotland’s outstanding strengths in delivering energy transition at this week’s ADIPEC event in Abu Dhabi.

2023-10-01T17:24:00.794419+00:00 IST

Global exhibitors applaud organisation of Middle East show

The 52nd Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show, which concludes at the Expo Centre Sharjah on Sunday evening, was a resounding success, attracting a large number of visitors who were eager to take advantage of the exceptional deals, valuable prizes, and exclusive offers available at the event.

2023-10-01T17:23:41.750570+00:00 IST

Outlawed PKK accepts responsibility for suicide bombing in Ankara

The PKK claimed their involvement in the attack, stating, "A sacrificial action was carried out against the Turkish Interior Ministry by a team from our Immortal Brigade", Al Jazeera reported, citing a statement the outfit sent to the ANF news agency.

2023-10-01T15:56:21.235828+00:00 IST

Israeli man seeking to sacrifice goat on Temple Mount arrested

The man, Yair Hanoch, an activist from the Return to the Mount organization was detained at a light rail station near Jerusalem’s Old City.

2023-10-01T15:12:55.819969+00:00 IST

Netanyahu corruption hearings postponed after judge’s father dies

Next week’s Jerusalem District Court hearings in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial have been postponed following the death of the father of Justice Rivka Friedman-Feldman, one of the presiding judges, the court announced.

2023-10-01T14:53:36.817128+00:00 IST

State of emergency declared in Israeli prison over missing bars

According to the Israeli Prison Service, the missing bars were one of three layers, and that the other two layers were intact. The IPS added that there was no evidence of cutting or displacement. The discovery was made during a routine inspection.

2023-10-01T14:30:36.320469+00:00 IST

UAE: DEWA to support COP28 as Principal Pathway Partner

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will support the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) as a Principal Pathway Partner.

2023-10-01T13:39:31.654175+00:00 IST

Turkish Parliament convenes after deadly blast

The Turkish Parliament has commenced its new term hours after a suicide bomber detonated explosives outside the ministry building in Ankara leaving two policemen injured, Al Jazeera reported.

2023-10-01T12:16:01.540560+00:00 IST

Israel searching for survivors as migrants boat washes ashore

Maritime police launched boats and aerial drones searching for survivors. Given the prevailing currents, it’s not certain that any bodies will necessarily wash up.

2023-10-01T11:21:44.626723+00:00 IST

'Al Jundi' Magazine provides realistic understanding of military

For fifty years, "Al Jundi'' Magazine has influenced us with important topics in various defence and security fields by publishing studies, research, and reports that address issues of regional and international relevance, becoming a reference that we rely on in our practical lives regarding military and security matters, stated Major General Saeed Rashid Al Shehhi, Commander of the UAE Land Forces.

2023-10-01T11:13:44.137587+00:00 IST

UAE Pavilion shares the country’s agricultural legacy at the upco

The UAE Pavilion will present “Nurturing Legacy” at the upcoming International Horticultural Expo 2023 in Doha, Qatar, from October 2, 2023, to March 28, 2024, which will convene approximately 80 international participants who will showcase their latest sustainability-focused innovations and solutions in response to the Expo’s theme, “Green Desert, Better Environment.”

2023-10-01T09:24:32.128086+00:00 IST

UAE: ADIPEC gathers global energy leaders in Abu Dhabi tomorrow

Under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and hosted by ADNOC, the ADIPEC 2023 will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from Monday, October 2, run until Thursday, October 5, Under the theme of ‘Decarbonising. Faster. Together.’

2023-10-01T09:10:57.701286+00:00 IST