Middle East

2.58 million Israeli kids return to school Monday

Of them, 180,600 will be entering first grade, taking their first steps in school, and 149,000 students are entering 12th grade, so this year they will complete their studies in the education system.

2025-08-31T18:05:10.629356+00:00 IST

UAE chairs Arab League Council meetings tomorrow

The United Arab Emirates will chair the 164th ordinary session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the level of permanent representatives, which will be held tomorrow, Monday, at the headquarters of the Arab League General Secretariat in Cairo. This comes as part of preparations for the meeting of Arab foreign ministers scheduled for next Thursday.

2025-08-31T18:00:29.070090+00:00 IST

Israel confirms death of Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida

Israel on Sunday confirmed the death of Hamas spokesperson Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, better known as Abu Obeida, who was killed in a Gaza City airstrike on Saturday.

2025-08-31T17:32:35.554261+00:00 IST

Free public transportation for war evacuees extended

The government approved today (Sunday) the extension of the benefit of free travel on public transportation for an additional two months until the end of October for evacuees from the localities affected by Operation "Rising Lion." The extension will cover the upcoming three-week Jewish holiday period, which starts on September 22.

2025-08-31T17:26:04.044796+00:00 IST

Israel: Road fatalities up in July 2025

In July 2025, 49 people were killed in Israel in traffic accidents. This was 18 more deaths compared to July 2024 (31) - an increase of 58.1 per cent.

2025-08-31T17:20:01.784176+00:00 IST

Israel continues to connect country to natural gas network

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure continues to connect factories and consumers in the periphery remote regions to natural gas: "Super NG Hadera and the Valleys" from the Shaffir Engineering Group has completed the construction of the new natural gas distribution line in the Emek HaMa'ayon and Beit She'an area.

2025-08-31T17:17:55.311465+00:00 IST

Israeli Jewish agency head cancels South Africa trip over potenti

Almog, a retired Israeli general, had planned to meet with South Africa's Jewish community. The trip was called off following what the agency described as "an up-to-date assessment of the situation." The organization said in a statement: "The planned trip of the chairman of the Jewish Agency, Doron Almog, to South Africa has been postponed."

2025-08-31T17:11:59.139866+00:00 IST

‘No one to address this question’: Netanyahu trolls Hamas

"We still don't know the final result. I hope he is no longer with us, but I notice that there is no one to address this question on the Hamas side. So hours and days will surely say what they will say," Netanyahu said.

2025-08-31T17:09:32.416285+00:00 IST

Israel confirms death of Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida

"Hamas terror spokesperson Abu Obeida was eliminated in Gaza and sent to meet all the liquidated members of the axis of evil from Iran, Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen at the bottom of hell," tweeted Defense Minister Israel Katz.

2025-08-31T16:49:07.385733+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Egypt, conveys condolences over vic

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

2025-08-31T16:48:21.533896+00:00 IST

Israeli forces arrest 10, seize dozens of weapons

Israeli security forces arrested 10 Palestinian suspects and seized dozens of firearms in a crackdown on illegal weapons in Judea and Samaria over the past week, the Israel Police announced.

2025-08-31T09:51:30.217263+00:00 IST

UAE leads global solar energy growth in 2025

The UAE has strengthened its role in driving the global transition to clean energy in 2025, spearheading a wide portfolio of solar energy projects financed and executed by national companies across multiple continents.

2025-08-31T09:45:40.420300+00:00 IST

Israeli President to award Medals of Honor to 9 leaders

Israeli President Isaac Herzog announced the awarding of the Presidential Medal of Honor to nine individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Israel and humanity. Established by the late President Shimon Peres and first awarded in 2012, the medal recognises achievements in fields ranging from medicine and law to culture, technology, and social leadership.

2025-08-31T09:28:32.771419+00:00 IST

'Irthi' showcases handicrafts with contemporary spirit at ADIHEX

The Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council is presenting Emirati heritage and traditional handicrafts in a modern creative style at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2025, held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until September 7.

2025-08-31T09:22:11.642978+00:00 IST

Israeli Army Orders Demolition of Home of Gunman

The Israel Defence Forces ordered the demolition of the home of the Palestinian terrorist responsible for a deadly shooting attack in December 2024.

2025-08-31T09:13:05.887980+00:00 IST

Houthis vow "vengeance" against Israel for killing Yemen PM

Ahmed al-Rahawi, the Prime Minister of Houthis' government was killed in a Thursday strike on Sanaa along with "several" other ministers, the Houthis said.

2025-08-31T04:08:19.794715+00:00 IST

Name released of Israeli soldier who fell in Gaza fighting

The IDF has confirmed the death of reservist Staff Sergeant Ariel Lubliner, 34, from Kiryat Bialik, who served in Logistics Battalion of Division 36. Lubliner fell in combat in southern Gaza. The notification was released after his family was informed.

2025-08-31T01:35:55.482033+00:00 IST

Israeli strike targets Hamas military spokesman in Gaza

An Israeli airstrike in central Gaza on Saturday afternoon reportedly targeted Abu Obeida, the spokesman of Hamas's military wing. The strike hit near a local bakery in Gaza City, with initial reports from the territory saying more than ten people were killed.

2025-08-31T01:27:34.954808+00:00 IST

UAE consolidates its position as destination for major corporate

The UAE has entrenched its position as a major destination for global companies seeking regional or global headquarters, benefiting from a sophisticated legislative system, advanced digital and financial infrastructure, and its geographic location linking Asian, African, and European markets.

2025-08-31T01:06:53.125915+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Poland, conveys condolences over de

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed the UAE's sincere condolences and sympathy to the family of the victim, and to the government and people of Poland over this tragedy.

2025-08-30T18:17:36.028167+00:00 IST

UAE's 9th Hamdan humanitarian ship departs to Gaza

The vessel, organised in cooperation with the Emirates Red Crescent, is bound for Egypt's Al-Arish Port, from where its cargo will be delivered into the Gaza Strip to support the Palestinian people.

2025-08-30T17:44:54.320231+00:00 IST