Middle East

UAE: Dubai Silicon Oasis to host Middle East edition of Cyprus-bo

Dubai Silicon Oasis, a specialised economic zone for knowledge and innovation, and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), signed an agreement with The Doers Company to host the first Middle East edition of its Doers Summit -- formerly Reflect Festival, one of Europe's leading startup and tech events.

2025-07-03T20:44:45.488248+00:00 IST

UAE: MOCCAE collaborates with Tadweer Group to launch pilot proje

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tadweer Group to implement a pilot project for managing targeted product waste under the UAE's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) initiative. The EPR is one of the key initiatives within the UAE Integrated Waste Management Agenda 2023-2026.

2025-07-03T20:12:27.941274+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi to host 4th Bike Abu Dhabi Gran Fondo

Organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the 4th Bike Abu Dhabi Gran Fondo will take place on Sunday 21 December 2025.

2025-07-03T17:38:49.257926+00:00 IST

Dubai Silicon Oasis to host Middle East edition of Cyprus-born

Dubai Silicon Oasis, a specialised economic zone for knowledge and innovation, and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), signed an agreement with The Doers Company to host the first Middle East edition of its Doers Summit -- formerly Reflect Festival, one of Europe's leading startup and tech events.

2025-07-03T17:38:22.373121+00:00 IST

Pentagon: Israel-US strikes set back Iran’s nuclear program

The Pentagon now believes that recent Israeli and American strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities have pushed back Tehran's atomic ambitions by up to two years.

2025-07-03T16:30:34.688551+00:00 IST

Itzik Cohen, new commander of Israeli Military division

Major General Itzik Cohen became the new Head of the Operations Division of the IDF (Israel Defense Forces), replacing Major General Oded Sayuk, who served in this position for the past four years, and is completing 34 years of service in the IDF.

2025-07-03T16:30:11.674698+00:00 IST

US Military’s CENTCOM commander visits Israel

Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander of the US Military's Central Command, visited Israel yesterday (Wednesday) as the official guest of the IDF's (Israel Defence Forces) Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir. This was Kurilla's first visit to Israel since Zamir became the IDF chief of staff.

2025-07-03T16:29:01.251138+00:00 IST

UN urges international community to boost investment in Syria

A United Nations delegation called for increased investment in Syria to meet the overwhelming needs of children and families following a two-day visit to Idleb and Aleppo Governorates.

2025-07-03T09:45:30.507954+00:00 IST

Latest Gaza ceasefire proposal calls for reimplementing UN aid me

Firstly, it says that the agreement requires Israeli forces to withdraw to the positions they held before the collapse of the last ceasefire on March 2. At that time, the IDF had not fully withdrawn from Gaza, and remained stationed along the 'Philadelphi Corridor'.

2025-07-03T09:14:08.929405+00:00 IST

Israel: Gun permit complaints surge 500%, State Comptroller says

Complaints about gun permit delays have skyrocketed, with a 500 per cent surge in grievances flooding Israel's National Security Ministry in 2024, the State Comptroller revealed Tuesday.

2025-07-03T09:07:39.584535+00:00 IST

New Resilience Centre helped hundreds of Northern Israeli Arabs

Data published by the Ministry of Welfare and Social Security indicates that hundreds of residents and professionals were assisted by the center's staff, 110 of whom did so through emotional support over the phone.

2025-07-03T09:00:17.575624+00:00 IST

After an early Pentagon intelligence assessment reportedly found

Donald Trump has asserted that the attacks destroyed Iran's nuclear capabilities and halted the regime's nuclear ambitions.

2025-07-03T06:08:20.980478+00:00 IST

Ahmed bin Mohammed chairs Dubai Media Council meeting

Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, said Dubai's media must deepen engagement with leading global institutions and integrate cutting-edge innovation to keep pace with rapid shifts in the international media landscape and ensure the emirate remains a key player in shaping the future of the industry.

2025-07-03T01:15:32.480072+00:00 IST

Israel's Defence Minister threaten Yemen with Tehran-style strike

In a post on X, Katz said, "The fate of Yemen is like the fate of Tehran. After we struck the head of the snake in Tehran, we will also strike the tail of the snake in Yemen. Whoever raises his hand against Israel, his hand will be cut off."

2025-07-02T17:33:29.181033+00:00 IST

Israel to bring 1,020 more foreign workers for hotel industry

This development boom will see approximately 4,000 new hotel rooms open by next year. The number of hotel rooms in Israel is expected to reach more than 60,000 by the end of 2026.

2025-07-02T16:47:23.571150+00:00 IST

Iran's President approves law to suspend cooperation with IAEA

Pezeshkian officially communicated the law mandating the government to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, which was approved during a public session of Iran's Parliament on June 25.

2025-07-02T09:25:13.042312+00:00 IST

Doha hosts UN-led talks on Afghan recovery, anti-narcotics effort

Doha hosted UN-led talks with Afghan authorities and global partners to boost private sector growth and fight narcotics. Ministries discussed health, banking, and poverty issues. *Tolo News* said the meetings aimed to coordinate international support and strengthen regional cooperation for Afghanistan's recovery.

2025-07-02T08:54:57.716105+00:00 IST

Trump claims Israel agreed to 60-day Gaza ceasefire

An official from one of the Arab mediating countries said that major hurdles remain and that the sides will still need to hold proximity talks in order to close remaining gaps.

2025-07-02T05:44:32.704506+00:00 IST

Israeli Forces capture terror cell plotting attack

Over the past 24 hours, units of the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) operating in the areas north of Jerusalem thwarted a terrorist cell that intended to carry out an attack and located an explosives laboratory in Ramallah. The members of the terror cell were arrested.

2025-07-01T01:23:50.730585+00:00 IST

Israel Tax Authority raises forecast for Oil and Gas levy profit

The Israel Tax Authority's forecast for oil and gas profit levy collection has risen to USD 57-74 billion.

2025-07-01T00:24:01.653762+00:00 IST

Emirates' rulers offer condolences on passing of Sheikh Fahad

The Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have sent separate condolence messages to Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of Kuwait, on the passing of Sheikh Fahad Sabah Al-Nasser Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah.

2025-06-30T17:04:03.763942+00:00 IST