The U.S. and U.K. impose new sanctions on Iran following an unprecedented attack on Israel, raising concerns of a wider conflict in the Middle East. The sanctions target individuals and entities involved in producing drones used in the attack, as well as firms in the steel and automotive industries supporting Iran’s military. President Joe Biden vows to continue imposing sanctions to degrade Iran’s military capabilities.
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Dubai airport flood update: roads and airport slow recovery Dubai’s airport, one of the world’s busiest, faced major disruption for…
The UAE’s Travel & Tourism sector has reached new heights in 2024, breaking records in GDP contribution, jobs, and visitor…
Several Gulf states are being hit by heavy rain, causing deadly flash floods and disrupting flights at the world’s second-busiest airport. Dubai International Airport warned of “very challenging conditions” and advised some passengers not to turn up due to flooding.
Qatar’s prime minister has said the country is reassessing its role as a mediator between Israel and Hamas. Qatar has been trying to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the release of Israeli hostages.
The recent attack on the World Central Kitchen in Gaza has sparked outrage and raised questions about the role of…
The weather forecast for Wednesday may be looking bright and sunny, but in Dubai, it’s a completely different story. The…
The Dubai government has made the decision to extend the period of remote learning for private schools in the emirate.…
Several Gulf states have been hit by heavy rain, causing flash flooding across the region and flights being diverted from Dubai Airport – the world’s busiest airport. At least 18 people in Oman have been killed by floods, according to authorities. Several states have recorded nearly a year’s worth of rain in one single day.
US and EU planning new sanctions on Iran after attack The US and the EU want to see more sanctions…
Armenia has accused Azerbaijan of systematically erasing all traces of ethnic Armenians in the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh, claiming that Baku has completed the ethnic cleansing of the area. The ongoing conflict between the two countries over the territory has been brought to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), where Armenia has filed a case against Azerbaijan for alleged discrimination and ethnic cleansing.
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The United Arab Emirates has appointed a new Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab. In a meeting…
Israel’s war cabinet met on Monday to discuss their response to the unprecedented attack by Iran on Saturday – in which more than 300 missiles and drones were launched. Israel has not confirmed what they have decided to do.
The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, has made a significant announcement by appointing Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al…
Early in Asian trading, oil prices experienced a decline following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Israel during the weekend. Despite this, Brent crude, a crucial global oil price benchmark, remained lower but hovered around $90 per barrel on Monday morning.
The UN chief has warned that it is time to “step back from the brink” after Iran attacked Israel late on Saturday. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told the UN Security Council that people in the Middle East face the danger of a devastating full-scale conflict.
The US has told Israel it will not participate in any retaliatory strikes on Iran, according to senior administration officials. Over 300 drones and missiles were fired at Israel overnight, which Iran said was in response to the strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria.
Booms and air raid sirens sounded across Israel early Sunday after Iran launched hundreds of drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles in an unprecedented revenge mission that pushed the Middle East closer to a region wide war. A military spokesman said the launches numbered more than 300 but 99% of them were intercepted.
Iranians were torn between a fear of war and pride at Iran’s military capabilities, after Tehran’s unprecedented attack on Israel in retaliation for the deadly strike on its Damascus consulate.
Israel celebrated a major victory on Sunday as it successfully defended itself against an unprecedented attack by Iran. The country’s…
Rights groups and Palestinian individuals are taking legal action against Germany and France over their arms exports to Israel, citing…
Belgian intelligence claims that Russia has been paying members of the European Parliament to expand its influence network, sparking concerns…
The American President has promised “ironclad” support to Israel in the wake of threats from Tehran following an Israeli attack…
The recent tragedy of Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas political bureau chief, losing three of his sons and at least four grandchildren…