Middle East

Hamas linked terror cell uncovered in Germany

The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) of Israel, on behalf of the Mossad (Israel's international intelligence agency), reported that on October 1, a terrorist cell was exposed in Germany that was suspected of being linked to the Hamas organisation and was planning to carry out attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets.

2025-10-05T17:31:13.008888+00:00 IST

Millions allocated to help restore agricultural areas

Israel's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Reconstruction Administration will support the restoration of lands/fields damaged in the "Iron Swords" war.

2025-10-05T17:26:33.337279+00:00 IST

Jerusalem police prepare for Sukkot Holiday festivities

The Jerusalem District of the Israel Police continues its preparations as part of operational readiness for the holiday period, including the weekdays of Sukkot and in particular in preparation for the Birkat HaKohanim (blessing of the priests) events expected to take place on Thursday (October 9) and Sunday (October 12), at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.

2025-10-05T16:59:13.865119+00:00 IST

Israel calls on UN to collect, distribute undelivered gaza aid

Israel on Sunday called on the United Nations to step up its efforts to collect and distribute undelivered humanitarian aid sitting on the Palestinian side of the Kerem Shalom border crossing. The crossing will be closed on Monday and Tuesday due to the start of the week-long Sukkot holiday, said Israel's Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT).

2025-10-05T16:07:13.379024+00:00 IST

Spectator killed, eight injured in varna mountain car race crash

A spectator died and eight people were injured during an accident at the "Aladzha Monastery" mountain climbing car race, which is taking place in Varna, the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Varna announced.

2025-10-05T15:57:59.588237+00:00 IST

Antisemitism intensifying worldwide since october 7 Hamas attack

"The Hamas massacre was not only an attack on Israel; it was a turning point for Jews everywhere," said Sacha Roytman Dratwa, CEO of the U.S.-based CAM. "Two years later, the wounds have not healed -- and the hatred has not faded. What followed was the largest surge in antisemitism in modern history -- and that surge has not slowed. It has deepened, spread, and been excused."

2025-10-05T09:41:12.927321+00:00 IST

Islamic Arts Festival approves artworks for 26th edition

The decision was made during a meeting at the Sharjah Department of Culture, chaired by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Qaseer, Director of Cultural Affairs and Festival Director, alongside members of the Higher Committee.

2025-10-05T09:34:29.928542+00:00 IST

Two killed amid surge in Israeli-Arab violence

Early Sunday morning, a 50-year-old man from the northern Israeli village of Deir al-Assad was shot and killed while sitting in his car, Israeli police reported. The victim, whose name has not been released, was taken to the Galilee Medical Center in critical condition but was pronounced dead upon arrival.

2025-10-05T09:32:14.822890+00:00 IST

Syria holds first Parliamentary elections since fall of Assad

The People's Assembly has 210 seats, of which 140 are voted on by electoral colleges throughout the country, with the number of seats for each district distributed by population. The remaining 70 deputies will be appointed directly by al-Sharaa.

2025-10-05T09:25:08.983374+00:00 IST

Iran executes six over alleged Israel-backed attacks

The men were said to be involved in a series of assaults on police and security forces in Khorramshahr, a city in oil-rich Khuzestan province, as well as bombings around the area.

2025-10-05T08:39:29.262356+00:00 IST

Trump sends Kushner, Witkoff to Egypt to help broker Gaza deal

Trump has dispatched his son-in-law Jared Kushner and top Middle East negotiator Steve Witkoff to Cairo to lead US efforts, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that a delegation from Israel is also heading to Egypt "to finalise technical details."

2025-10-05T05:18:01.305684+00:00 IST

Israeli strikes kill 70 in Gaza despite Trump’s call

The strikes came after United States President Donald Trump urged Israel to "immediately stop bombing" Gaza after Hamas signalled to accept his Gaza peace plan.

2025-10-05T03:21:12.213507+00:00 IST

Nahyan bin Mubarak joins Iraqi community heritage celebration

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, accompanied by Dr. Muzafar Mustafa Al Jabouri, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the UAE, along with a distinguished group of diplomats and leading figures from the Iraqi community in the UAE, attended a major public celebration commemorating the rich cultural heritage and history of the Iraqi community.

2025-10-04T18:27:22.945198+00:00 IST

Israel deports 137 members of the Sumud Flotilla to Turkey

The Israeli Foreign Ministry announced that 137 members of the 'Sumud' flotilla have been deported to Turkey. All activists were deported on a plane sent from Turkey to pick them up.

2025-10-04T15:10:21.761185+00:00 IST

Israel responds positively to Donald Trump’s announcement

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to US President Donald Trump's statement last night, which called on Israel to stop its attacks on Gaza, saying that Hamas' response to his plan shows that it is "ready for peace."

2025-10-04T14:42:36.192149+00:00 IST

Israeli official: Hostages could be freed “in a few days”

A senior Israeli official has told Israeli Channel 12 News that the hostages could be free within a few days if the talks in Cairo aimed at finalising the details of Hamas's release of hostages proceed without any problems.

2025-10-04T14:39:26.756946+00:00 IST

IDF Chief orders readiness for Trump’s hostage-release plan

Earlier on Saturday, Israel issued a statement indicating it would continue working in "full cooperation" with Trump after Hamas' response.

2025-10-04T12:25:10.084564+00:00 IST

US officials deny rumors of troops returning to Afghanistan

A Pentagon source said that "no US troops are in Afghanistan," while a senior diplomat confirmed there were "no plans or negotiations to re-establish a military presence in the country."

2025-10-04T09:45:41.583154+00:00 IST

IDF confirms "implementation of first stage of Trump’s plan to fr

In a statement, Netanyahu's office said, "We will continue to work in full cooperation with the President and his team in order to bring the war to an end in accordance with the principles set forth by Israel, which are consistent with President Trump's vision."

2025-10-04T03:47:40.553506+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club organises Arilah 60ft Dhow Sailing

The "Al-Tebr 55" dhow, owned by Rashid Mohammed bin Ghadir and captained by Mohammed Suhail Khalfan Al-Muhairi, won the first place.

2025-10-04T00:06:04.357077+00:00 IST

Hamas agrees to release Israeli hostages

Hamas on Friday (local time) agreed to release all Israeli hostages, whether dead or alive, in response to the 20-point Gaza peace plan introduced by US President Donald Trump earlier this week.

2025-10-03T20:44:41.112838+00:00 IST