Middle East

UAE condemns terrorist attacks in Mali

The UAE has strongly condemned the two terrorist attacks that took place in northeastern Mali, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries

2023-09-09T10:11:54.095091+00:00 IST

UAE Minister of Tolerance Nahyan bin Mubarak meets Armenia FM

The two ministers discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries and to coordinate their positions on regional and international issues.

2023-09-09T07:04:22.832579+00:00 IST

One helicopter crew member dead; rescue operations ongoing: GCAA

The GCAA confirmed in a statement that during the ongoing search operations since the accident occurred until the present hours, a member of the plane’s crew was found and he passed away as a result of the accident, while the search and rescue operation continues for the other missing pilot.

2023-09-09T06:33:18.543377+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.8 jolts Morocco

The earthquake took place at 03:41:01 (UTC+05:30) at a depth of 18.5 km. The magnitude of the earthquake caused pulses to travel from Sidi Ifni in the south to Rabat in the north and beyond. 

2023-09-09T00:23:10.644026+00:00 IST

Sharjah to launch seasonal influenza vaccination campaign

For the benefit of senior citizens and people with disabilities who are residents of the Emirate of Sharjah, the Sharjah Social Services Department (SSSD) will launch a seasonal influenza vaccination campaign on Monday and it will run through the end of the winter season.

2023-09-08T22:43:29.196445+00:00 IST

698 cases benefit from Zayed Higher Organisation across Abu Dhabi

Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) stressed the importance of physical therapy for children of determination of different ages, especially if there is a referral from an orthopedist, as well as after performing surgeries for many cases, including ordinary people. It also noted the highly important role of the family in achieving the goals of completing the physiotherapy system along with receiving sessions at ZHO’s care and rehabilitation centres.

2023-09-08T22:43:01.680979+00:00 IST

Israel Defence Minister hosts NATO Deputy Secretary General

Gallant said that it was a pleasure to host Geoana and that the two discussed the new security and strategic environment in the Middle East and Europe, and that they agreed on the potential to expand cooperation between Israel and NATO.

2023-09-07T18:01:50.881475+00:00 IST

Indian national stranded in Saudi Arabia to leave for India soon

Balwinder Singh, an Indian national who was stranded in Saudi Arabia, will be leaving for India, the Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia informed on Thursday.

2023-09-07T17:52:40.426260+00:00 IST

UAE President receives Armenian Foreign Minister

Sheikh Mohamed and Mirzoyan reviewed the strong ties that connect the UAE and Armenia, stating their keenness to enhance cooperation in various fields in order to support the sustainable development ambitions of both nations and their people.

2023-09-07T17:43:42.204639+00:00 IST

Israeli Heritage Minister makes official visit to UAE

Eliyahu is the second minister to visit the UAE since Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government was sworn in on Dec. 29, 2022.

2023-09-07T17:28:00.265295+00:00 IST

Kazakhstan launches direct flights to Israel

Air Astana, Kazakhstan’s flag carrier, launched direct flights between Tel Aviv and Almaty on Thursday.

2023-09-07T17:16:36.375153+00:00 IST

UAE: Dubai to conduct 4th comprehensive household health survey

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today announced that it will conduct the fourth Dubai Household Health Survey (DHHS) in collaboration with Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment, a subsidiary of Digital Dubai.

2023-09-07T17:14:18.432908+00:00 IST

UAE: AD Ports Group secures 12 prestigious awards

AD Ports Group has emerged triumphant by taking home 12 Stevie Awards across various categories in The International Business Awards 2023.

2023-09-07T17:10:05.396355+00:00 IST

Sharjah unveils occupational safety guide

The Sharjah Prevention and Safety Authority (SPSA) has made a significant announcement regarding the release of the "Occupational Safety and Health Officers Guide".

2023-09-07T17:00:10.301517+00:00 IST

Sharjah Archive Authority shapes strategic vision

The Sharjah Documentation and Archive Authority has conducted sessions to analyse its internal and external environments.

2023-09-07T16:52:56.412625+00:00 IST

Israel: Legal borders of three new Judea communities approved

The Israel Defense Forces on Wednesday set the boundaries of three new communities in Judea, marking the first step in the legalization under Israeli law of nine outposts that received official government approval earlier this year.

2023-09-07T16:52:17.478705+00:00 IST

Dubai centre enacts amended data protection regulations

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has enacted amendments to the Data Protection Regulations. The amendments enhance the current data protection framework, keeping the Centre at the forefront of data protection in the region.

2023-09-07T16:51:52.498713+00:00 IST

IGCF finalises preparations to welcome world to its 12th edition

A leading regional and international event, IGCF 2023 is poised to build on the success of its previous editions via 14 stages that will host more than 90 specialised and diverse activities including discussions, speeches, workshops and training, as well as pre-forum activities.

2023-09-07T16:50:49.690327+00:00 IST

UAE: ENOC Group, Kawasaki Motors renew lubricant partnership

ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, today announced the renewal of its 18-year partnership with Kawasaki Motors (Philippines) Corporation.

2023-09-07T16:17:54.773794+00:00 IST

ADJD concludes programme session for engineering experts

ADJD concludes programme session for engineering experts

2023-09-07T10:57:55.228415+00:00 IST

Israeli researchers create synthetic embryos from stem cells

In a groundbreaking development, scientists at the Weizmann Institute of Science successfully created complete synthetic models of human embryos using stem cells grown in a laboratory. The synthetic embryos were nurtured outside the womb and survived up to 14 days of development with all the features characteristic of their stage, even though no sperm or eggs were used.

2023-09-07T10:23:06.072454+00:00 IST