Middle East

Israeli military coordinates with Gaza city medical officials

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) is coordinating the move of the population from Gaza City south for its own protection as Israeli forces move into the area. As part of preparations for this, officers from the Gaza Coordination and Liaison Directorate at the IDF conducted initial warning calls to medical officials and international organisations in the northern Gaza Strip on Tuesday, letting them know to make their own preparations.

2025-08-21T14:38:44.819409+00:00 IST

10 terrorists in Gaza eliminated in hand-to-hand combat

Earlier on Wednesday, fighters from the IDF's (Israel Defense Forces) Kfir Infantry Brigade eliminated about ten terrorists in Gaza in hand-to-hand combat and in cooperation with the Air Force.

2025-08-21T08:57:51.330957+00:00 IST

UAE conducts 76th airdrop of aid over Gaza Strip

The United Arab Emirates is continuing its humanitarian support for the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip by carrying out today the 76th airdrop of aid under Birds of Goodness Operation, part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, in cooperation with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and with the participation of Germany, Italy, France, the Netherlands, Singapore and Indonesia.

2025-08-21T08:55:14.002431+00:00 IST

Saudi Arabia launches new 'Nusuk Umrah' service to streamline vis

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah launched the Nusuk Umrah service on Wednesday, allowing international pilgrims to apply for Umrah visa and book services directly online.

2025-08-21T08:51:04.408442+00:00 IST

Armed terror attack foiled in Binyamin region

According to initial reports, two shepherds were herding cattle with a ranger vehicle when a masked assailant emerged from the trees armed with a pistol.

2025-08-21T08:49:17.283072+00:00 IST

'Ministry of Higher Education' unveils unified system

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has issued Ministerial Resolution No (173) of 2025, setting a unified regulatory framework for governing practical training programmes in higher education institutions (HEIs). The resolution seeks to align higher education outcomes with labour market needs and ensure the quality and effectiveness of such training programmes.

2025-08-21T07:29:22.933092+00:00 IST

World leaders condemn Israel's plans for military offense, settle

Following Israel's plans to escalate its military offensive in Gaza City and expand illegal settlements in the West Bank's E1 area, leaders across the world have issued strong condemnations over the matter, warning of catastrophic humanitarian consequences in the region.

2025-08-21T07:26:30.800869+00:00 IST

Israel: IDF gains operational control over 75% of Gaza

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) announced on Wednesday that since the renewal of ground operations of the IDF troops in Gaza, there has been an elimination of 2000 terrorists, strikes on approximately 10,000 terror targets and establishment of control corridors so as to create conditions to intensify pressure on Hamas. It also said that 60,000 reserve orders were issued on Wednesday .

2025-08-21T06:13:48.155463+00:00 IST

UAE serves as model in advancing women’s leadership

The UAE has developed a comprehensive framework for women's empowerment, adopting a systematic approach to address challenges, expand opportunities and prepare women for leadership across multiple sectors. These efforts have strengthened the country's competitiveness regionally and globally.

2025-08-21T00:12:43.730860+00:00 IST

Israel allocates milllions to aid business near Lebanese border

The Investment Authority in Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry is publishing a dedicated capital investment track to preserve and strengthen business activity in localities and industrial zones near the Lebanese border.

2025-08-21T00:01:06.441276+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Afghanistan, conveys condolences ov

The United Arab Emirates expressed its solidarity with Afghanistan and conveyed its sincere condolences over victims of the traffic accident bus collision which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries in Herat province, western Afghanistan.

2025-08-20T23:53:42.644050+00:00 IST

Israel to call 60,000 reservists as Gaza City assault looms

Israel will call up 60,000 reservists to begin operations in Gaza City, while mediation efforts for a ceasefire continue. Israeli attacks have intensified, displacing residents and causing civilian deaths. Qatar and Egypt push a truce, but Israel and Hamas remain in a deadlock over conditions and hostage releases.

2025-08-20T16:36:23.073105+00:00 IST

World’s first human spinal cord implant to take place in Israel

Israel is preparing to perform the world's first-ever human spinal cord implant using a patient's own cells, a medical breakthrough that could allow paralysed patients to stand and walk again, Tel Aviv University announced on Wednesday.

2025-08-20T16:13:29.591756+00:00 IST

Four IDF soldiers lightly injured in Southern Syria

Four IDF soldiers were lightly injured on Wednesday during an operational activity in southern Syria when a weapon exploded, the military said.

2025-08-20T15:02:41.534295+00:00 IST

Israeli soldiers repel major Hamas attack on elite recon unit

Israeli forces successfully thwarted a terrorist attack on a military shelter in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza, on Tuesday morning, preventing what officials said could have become a major hostage situation.

2025-08-20T15:02:04.576920+00:00 IST

Israel approves USD 1.4 billion plan to accelerate tank

The Israeli government has approved a major plan to accelerate the production of Merkava tanks and the Tiger and Eitan armored personnel carriers, with a budget exceeding NIS 5 billion (USD 1.4 billion).

2025-08-20T09:35:28.198359+00:00 IST

UAE leaders congratulate Hungarian President on National Day

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Tamas Sulyok of Hungary on the occasion of his country's National Day.

2025-08-20T09:33:56.700179+00:00 IST

Three famine-related deaths in Gaza in past 24 hours

Since 2nd March 2025, Israeli forces have closed all crossings with the Gaza Strip, preventing the entry of most food and medical aid, which has led to the spread of famine in the territory.

2025-08-20T09:33:35.764254+00:00 IST

UAE conducts 75th airdrop of aid over Gaza Strip

The United Arab Emirates is continuing its humanitarian support for the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, today carrying out the 75th airdrop of aid under Birds of Goodness operation, part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, in cooperation with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and with the participation of Germany, Italy, France, the Netherlands, Singapore and Indonesia.

2025-08-20T09:26:17.425598+00:00 IST

Hamas Commander and October 7 terrorist Mohammed Naif Abu Shamla

Abu Shamla infiltrated Israel's territory and took part in the attempted infiltration of the IDF's (Israel Defense Forces) Mars outpost during the October 7 massacre.

2025-08-20T09:24:13.656053+00:00 IST