US launches ‘self-defensive’ strikes on Iran as talks to end war continue
Strikes target boats and missile sites as negotiations over Strait of Hormuz and nuclear issues show no immediate breakthrough Dubai/Washington:…
Hajj pilgrims begin arriving at Arafat for most significant ritual
The pilgrims will spend their day in Arafat in humility and supplication. Mina: Today, Tuesday, the ninth of Dhu al-Hijjah,…
WHO warns rapid spread of Ebola in Congo, Uganda
Delays in detecting cases are placing mounting pressure on response teams. Vanny Birungi, a Red Cross volunteer, speaks to people…
UAE delegation participates in GLOBSEC Forum 2026 in Prague
The Minister of State took part in high-level discussions at the Forum on global security, defence, technology, and the changing…
UAE delivers 40 tonnes of medical supplies, four ambulances to health sector in Gaza Strip
The medical aid convoy is part of a series of humanitarian and relief convoys that the UAE continues to send…
Gulf Projects Index resumes growth trajectory
Expansion in the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait drives rise
Over 106 million pilgrims recorded since Hajj statistics began in 1970
Saudi Arabia’s five decades of data reveal steady growth, pandemic disruption and recovery Dubai: Hajj is one of the largest…
Middle East contract awards: April 2026
Market performance dips as region braces amid Iran conflict
Pope calls for strong AI regulation in landmark manifesto on humanity’s future
Vatican document urges ethical oversight, warns against profit-driven development and AI warfare risks Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV on Monday…
Lithuania probes foreign role in major data leak of 600,000 national records
Authorities tighten cybersecurity as investigation focuses on suspected external involvement Vilnius, Lithuania: Lithuanian authorities are on high alert after a…