Middle East

Hamas naval leader Iyad Abu Yousef eliminated

Under intelligence guidance from the Israel Navy and the Intelligence Department, the Israel Air Force eliminated Iyad Abu Yousef, deputy commander of Hamas's naval police, in what the IDF (Israel Defence Forces) described as a "precision strike on the central camps".

2025-09-23T09:32:30.463642+00:00 IST

"Hamas must surrender their weapons to Palestine":President Abbas

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas issued a stern warning to terror group Hamas and its other factions, urging them to surrender their weapons to the Palestinian Authority, asserting that the state of Palestine is the sole entity eligible to govern and ensure security in Gaza.

2025-09-23T07:51:33.387720+00:00 IST

UAE sends urgent medical aid to Botswana

The UAE has dispatched an urgent relief aircraft carrying 96 tonnes of medical supplies to Botswana following the declaration of a public health emergency due to shortages of essential medical supplies.

2025-09-23T04:26:51.771398+00:00 IST

Imran Ismail arrest warrant

According to Geo News, Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hassan Chishti issued the arrest warrant after Ismail failed to appear before the court despite being summoned in the matter. The magistrate directed law enforcement authorities to arrest Imran Ismail and produce him before the court.

2025-09-23T00:14:40.765313+00:00 IST

“There will be no Palestine state”: Netanyahu to UK, Canada, Aust

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly opposed the UK, Canada, and Australia's move to recognise Palestine and said that there will be no Palestinian state to the west of the Jordan River.

2025-09-22T01:02:20.597537+00:00 IST

UAE seeks to increase number of startups to more than two million

Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that startups and entrepreneurs constitute a fundamental pillar in the UAE's economic growth journey, noting that the country aims to increase the number of companies to more than two million by 2031.

2025-09-21T23:32:05.872591+00:00 IST

Israeli drone strike kills five, including three children

At least five people, including three children, were killed in an Israeli drone strike in the southern Lebanese town of Bint Jbeil, Lebanon's Health Ministry reported, as Israel continues operations in its neighbour despite a US-brokered truce that began in November.

2025-09-21T23:17:30.771090+00:00 IST

Attempt by hackers to ‘mimic’ official Israeli government website

Over the past weekend, Israel's National Cyber Directorate thwarted numerous attempts to establish websites that impersonate official government ministry websites, including the gov.il website, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, the Population Authority website, as well as security agencies, including the Mossad and the National Cyber Directorate.

2025-09-21T22:45:14.375851+00:00 IST

UAE's Ministry of Economy and Tourism announces details of ‘The E

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism outlined details of "The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World" national campaign, launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to strengthen the UAE's position as a leading global destination for entrepreneurship.

2025-09-21T22:41:13.224208+00:00 IST

UAE delegation visits Belgium to enhance cooperation in energy, s

A high-level UAE delegation led by Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, concluded a successful official visit to the Kingdom of Belgium aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in the fields of energy, water, and sustainability.

2025-09-21T22:30:51.433838+00:00 IST

“Will hear from us”: Netanyahu vows response

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday vowed to respond firmly to recent decisions by UK, Australia and Canada to recognize a Palestinian state,

2025-09-21T20:10:09.123423+00:00 IST

'The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World': UAE PM

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has launched "The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World" campaign, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening the UAE's position as a leading global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation.

2025-09-21T19:16:00.822826+00:00 IST

More than 550,000 leave Gaza while Israel intensifies military op

The IDF reported that so far, more than 550,000 civilians have left Gaza City and moved south. At the same time, forces from the IDF's 162nd, 98th and 36th divisions completed their entry into Gaza City and began operations in Hamas terror strongholds there.

2025-09-21T17:34:24.741546+00:00 IST

Israel "rejects" declaration by UK, Canada, Australia

Israel said that the statement jeopardised the security in the region and is contrary to what it sought to achieve.

2025-09-21T17:02:44.544237+00:00 IST

Israel, Tajikistan sign tourism cooperation deal

During a working visit to Tajikistan, Tourism Minister Haim Katz signed the first Memorandum of Understanding with his counterpart, Jomkhonzoda Jamshad Jurhon, a move that will contribute to strengthening the bilateral relationship between the countries and expanding cooperation in the field of tourism.

2025-09-21T17:01:41.239144+00:00 IST

Entire Israeli Army division moves into Gaza city

The forces of the IDF's (Israel Defence Forces) 36th "Ga'ash (Rage)" Division began their entry into Gaza City as part of Operation Gideon's Chariots II after about two weeks of raising readiness for another round of combat against Hamas and other terror groups there.

2025-09-21T16:51:49.493909+00:00 IST

Israeli politician Gvir calls for crushing of Palestine

Gvir said that he will submit an application demanding sovereignty in Judea and Samari.

2025-09-21T16:35:57.558317+00:00 IST

Attempt to smuggle millions worth of cocaine through Haifa Port

Police at the port of Haifa thwarted an attempt to smuggle 15 kg of cocaine into Israel.

2025-09-21T16:26:05.483963+00:00 IST

Israeli PM calls UK, Canada, Australia's decision to recognise Pa

Spokeswoman Shosh Badrosian shared the comments in remarks during a short news conference.

2025-09-21T15:27:42.447180+00:00 IST

Sharjah Chamber continues to support Emirati talents through Emir

The Emirati Goldsmiths platform, a flagship initiative launched by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), is set to deliver a strong showing at the 56th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show.

2025-09-21T15:24:57.152842+00:00 IST