Middle East

Jerusalem protesters set fires near Israeli parliament

Protesters demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza set fires to garbage bins and occupied buildings in Jerusalem on Wednesday, prompting strong condemnation from Israeli government officials and police intervention to restore order.

2025-09-03T10:09:36.791146+00:00 IST

WFP sends emergency aid to quake-hit Afghanistan

The World Food Programme (WFP) has sent emergency aid to Afghanistan's quake-stricken Kunar and Nangarhar provinces, where more than 1400 people have been killed and over 3000 people injured. Initial aid shipments include food supplies and High Energy Biscuits, with additional flights scheduled to deliver further assistance and personnel

2025-09-03T07:13:20.607435+00:00 IST

Egypt welcomes Belgium’s plan to recognise Palestinian State

Egypt welcomed Belgium's announcement of its intention to recognise the State of Palestine during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, calling it a historic step that supports Palestinian rights and the people's right to self-determination.

2025-09-03T01:27:46.285415+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Sudanese people

The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Sudanese people over the victims of the devastating landslide in the Darfur region, which resulted in the deaths of more than a thousand people and the destruction of the village of Tarasin in the mountainous Jebel Marra area.

2025-09-03T01:26:28.560206+00:00 IST

Saif bin Zayed meets with National Anti-Narcotics Authority Head

The meeting addressed topics related to strengthening the national anti-narcotics ecosystem and stepping up federal and local efforts to safeguard security achievements and advance them

2025-09-02T18:20:58.645265+00:00 IST

DCD opens 2025 Damj Award to promote inclusion in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi's Department of Community Development has opened submissions for the Damj Award, recognising institutions promoting inclusion for people of determination. Open until September 30, 2025, the award highlights impactful, scalable initiatives and encourages organisations to foster accessibility, collaboration, and a more inclusive society.

2025-09-02T17:53:53.566793+00:00 IST

UAE: MoFA launches enhanced digital issuance, attestation of ‘To

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched a new digital service for the issuance and attestation of "To Whom It May Concern" certificates.

2025-09-02T09:26:43.857852+00:00 IST

Deepak Mittal appointed as next Ambassador of India to UAE

The Ministry of External Affairs has appointed Deepak Mittal as the next Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates.

2025-09-02T07:40:21.966334+00:00 IST

"Prioritize the safety": Global Sumud Flotilla mission for Gaza

The convoy, made up of small civilian boats carrying volunteers and relief supplies, had set out from Barcelona but faced strong winds of more than 30 knots (55 km per hour) in the Mediterranean Sea.

2025-09-02T02:47:04.111038+00:00 IST

Israeli forces dismantle underground terror facilities in Gaza Op

Israeli forces continued operations across the Gaza Strip on Monday, targeting terrorist organisations and their infrastructure, the Israel Defence Forces said on Monday.

2025-09-02T01:53:08.793419+00:00 IST

Under directives of UAE President, search and rescue team dispatc

Under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has urgently dispatched an Emirati search and rescue team from the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command to support search and rescue operations and assist those affected by the earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan.

2025-09-02T01:26:59.609656+00:00 IST

Egypt condemns continued Israeli military expansion in Gaza

Egypt on Monday condemned the military expansion of Israeli military aggression in the Gaza Strip and their insistence on breaking international humanitarian law despite global willingness to end this war and regional escalation.

2025-09-02T01:26:38.539502+00:00 IST

WHO delegation visits UAE field hospital in Gaza

A delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) has visited the UAE field hospital in the Gaza Strip, as part of efforts to strengthen cooperation in supporting the health sector amid the humanitarian challenges facing the enclave.

2025-09-01T18:05:15.799011+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Afghanistan, conveys condolences ov

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed the UAE's sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the people of Afghanistan over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured.

2025-09-01T17:56:04.422982+00:00 IST

47,000 foreign workers come to Israel since start of Gaza war

Due to the war, Palestinians who work in Israel have been barred from entering the country due to security concerns, so more foreign workers have been brought to Israel to replace them.

2025-09-01T17:38:32.313770+00:00 IST

Four Israeli-Arabs killed in 24 hours as wave of homicides contin

The most recent killing took place overnight into Monday in Nahf, where 32-year-old nurse Yazan Mohammed Qadri was shot at the entrance to his home. A new father, Qadri was pronounced dead at the scene. Police launched a search for suspects, citing criminal motives.

2025-09-01T17:38:12.294591+00:00 IST

Sharjah Ruler appoints members to University of Kalba's Board of

Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and President of the University of Kalba, issued a decision to add members to the University of Kalba's Board of Trustees.

2025-09-01T09:17:52.544818+00:00 IST

Israel continues Gaza operation, sees destruction of miles of und

For the past three months, elements of the IDF's (Israel Defense Forces) Kfir Infantry Brigade have operated in southern Khan Yunis in Gaza in order to "expand and consolidate operational control in the area, eliminate terrorists, and destroy terrorist infrastructure."

2025-09-01T09:17:05.417489+00:00 IST

Gas prices in Israel to go up from today

The Fuel and Gas Administration at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces that at midnight between Sunday and Monday (01.09.2025-31.08.2025) the prices of fuel products that are under supervision and sold to consumers at gas stations will be increased.

2025-09-01T00:17:37.846889+00:00 IST

UAE President, VPs congratulate President of Kyrgyzstan on Indepe

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Sadyr Japarov, President of Kyrgyzstan, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.

2025-09-01T00:12:10.130944+00:00 IST

UAE President, VPs congratulate King of Malaysia on National Day

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, King of Malaysia, on the occasion of his country's National Day.

2025-09-01T00:07:45.219712+00:00 IST