Middle East

Peace requires Palestinian authority to end terror incentives,

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, speaking alongside Danish Foreign Minister Lars Rasmussen in Jerusalem, said countries supporting Palestinian statehood are ignoring "the most important facts" about the Palestinian Authority's actions. Saar highlighted what he called ongoing security failures, the "Pay for Slay" policy rewarding terrorism, and systemic incitement in schools and textbooks. He argued these issues make a credible peace process impossible.

2025-09-07T09:49:00.757440+00:00 IST

United Airlines Returns to Tel Aviv with New Chicago and Washingt

United Airlines will resume flights to Tel Aviv from Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles this November, marking the first time it has operated these routes since 2023.

2025-09-07T09:48:39.339725+00:00 IST

70% of smart home devices vulnerable to cyberattacks

The UAE is intensifying efforts to secure its digital space as cyber risks grow, with the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) warning that 70 per cent of smart home devices are vulnerable to cyberattacks if not properly protected.

2025-09-07T09:43:33.117271+00:00 IST

Struck building used for terror activities in Gaza: Israel

The IDF further said that the IDF took appropriate steps to mitigate the killing of civilians in the strike.

2025-09-07T09:16:36.159593+00:00 IST

Microsoft reports multiple subsea fibre cuts in Red Sea

Azure users may experience increased disruptions when traffic from the Middle East originates in or terminates in Asia or Europe, the company said in a service health status update.

2025-09-06T22:40:54.415358+00:00 IST

Admiral Brad Cooper completes first visit to Israel

The Commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, completed his first visit to Israel for talks with Israeli military leaders, as reported by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF).

2025-09-06T22:24:41.110039+00:00 IST

UAE President directs continued aid airlift to Afghanistan

Today, a plane took off carrying 40 tonnes of food and shelter materials to support and assist those affected by the earthquake that struck the eastern regions of the country.

2025-09-06T18:27:45.024641+00:00 IST

UAE to hold Eclipse Prayer on Sunday evening across country

The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat has called on the public to perform the Eclipse Prayer on Sunday evening, September 7, following the tradition of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) to perform prescribed prayers during cosmic phenomena.

2025-09-06T17:43:28.818808+00:00 IST

UAE supports Egypt’s efforts, condemns Netanyahu statements

The UAE reaffirmed its full support for the Arab Republic of Egypt, commending its ongoing efforts to stand with the Palestinian people, counter attempts to displace them, work towards achieving an immediate ceasefire, and alleviate the suffering of civilians.

2025-09-06T16:06:53.136166+00:00 IST

IDF to Gaza city residents: Move to Khan Yunis humanitarian area

The IDF has called on Gaza City residents to evacuate to Khan Yunis, where a humanitarian zone has been established due to the expansion of military operations in Gaza City as part of the "Gideon's Chariots B" operation.

2025-09-06T15:21:56.665838+00:00 IST

“Urgent warning” to Gaza city residents from the IDF

The IDF issued an "urgent warning" to Gaza City residents to immediately evacuate a building and nearby tents in the area of Beirut Junction and Arab League University Street in the city, ahead of a strike.

2025-09-06T15:19:14.605827+00:00 IST

UAE President, VPs congratulate King of Eswatini on National Day

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Mswati III of Eswatini, on the occasion of his country's National Day.

2025-09-06T09:42:14.498254+00:00 IST

Israeli President urges Pope Leo XIV to help free Hamas hostages

Israeli President Isaac Herzog met Thursday with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, urging increased international efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

2025-09-05T18:26:14.844302+00:00 IST

IDF forces eliminate terrorist at checkpoint

The IDF announced tonight that forces at a military checkpoint near Burin in the Samaria Brigade area eliminated a terrorist who approached the post and threw a suspicious object at the IDF forces.

2025-09-05T18:21:10.313820+00:00 IST

IDF strikes Hamas-used high-rise in Gaza city

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it struck a high-rise building in Gaza City used by Hamas, following evacuation warnings issued earlier on Friday.

2025-09-05T18:18:15.291108+00:00 IST

IDF orders evacuation in Gaza

Shortly after, Defense Minister Israel Katz declared that the "gate of hell in Gaza is now being opened." He said the first evacuation notice was issued to a high-rise used by Hamas in Gaza City before its planned strike.

2025-09-05T18:01:24.802936+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Nigeria; offers condolences over vi

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and its people over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured.

2025-09-05T17:50:16.634881+00:00 IST

UAE condemns Israeli targeting of peacekeeping forces in Lebanon

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Israeli military's grenade attacks near the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) positions in Lebanon.

2025-09-04T01:25:24.145266+00:00 IST

Two Hezbollah terrorists eliminated in Lebanon within two hours o

Earlier today (Wednesday), an Israeli Air Force aircraft attacked and eliminated terrorist Abd al-Manam Musa Suwaidan from the Hezbollah terrorist organisation in the Yatar area in southern Lebanon.

2025-09-03T17:54:10.341398+00:00 IST

‘Hamas will have no place to hide’: Israeli reservists gear up

Visiting army reservists called up for duty on Tuesday, Israel's military chief of staff vowed to "intensify and deepen our operation" against Hamas.

2025-09-03T10:19:21.002544+00:00 IST

Fiji to inaugurate Jerusalem embassy in mid-September

Fiji will open its first embassy in Jerusalem on September 17, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced. Fijian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sitiveni Rabuka will attend the inauguration.

2025-09-03T10:09:55.475960+00:00 IST