UAE advances global efforts toward sustainable water access at UN Human Rights Council
The United Arab Emirates highlighted the importance of international cooperation on water security and sanitation during the 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva. Speaking ahead…
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US approves potential $24.3 billion sale of F-35 fighters to Saudi Arabia
The United States government has approved a potential $24.3 billion foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia covering 48 F-35 fighter aircraft along with related defense equipment, logistics, and training packages.…
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Dubai named Middle East’s leading destination at World Travel Awards 2026
Dubai reinforced its standing as a global tourism powerhouse after receiving the “Middle East’s Leading Destination” award at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2026 held at One&Only…
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Saudi Arabia and Qatar strengthen bilateral security and military coordination in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia and Qatar held the fourth meeting of the Security and Military Committee under the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council in Riyadh. Co-chaired by Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud…
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GCC condemns Houthi drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s Taif governorate
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has strongly condemned a Houthi drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia’s Taif Governorate. Interception of the drone resulted in falling debris that killed one person, injured…
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UAE retailer Xpressions named ‘Most Admired Responsible Retailer’ ahead of 28th anniversary
Ahead of its 28th anniversary, homegrown UAE beauty and fashion brand Xpressions has been named the ‘Most Admired Responsible Retailer of the Year’ at the 2026 IMAGES RetailME Awards.
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Sheikh Khaled approves programme to raise IVF success rates to 80% by 2030
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has approved the launch of a new…
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US Middle East defense deployments reach $38 billion
An official US congressional assessment released on Wednesday reported that recent defense operations and interceptor deployments in the Middle East have cost the Pentagon roughly $38 billion. The report noted…
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DP World Tour confirms six Gulf events for 2027 schedule
The DP World Tour officially unveiled its 2027 global schedule, confirming six major golf tournaments hosted across the GCC. The lineup includes a four-week Middle East swing to open the…
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MoHRE shuts down 200 unregistered social media accounts
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) closed and referred over 200 social media accounts operating without licenses in the domestic worker recruitment sector. Authorities reminded residents to…
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Abu Dhabi Chamber leads high-level trade delegation to Seoul
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) launched the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) in Seoul on Wednesday. The delegation focused on executing the UAE’s $30 billion strategic…
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Amazon AWS unable to reactivate damaged data centers in the UAE and Bahrain
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced it is unable to restore access to data hosted exclusively at several damaged cloud facilities in Bahrain and one site in the United Arab Emirates…
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UAE outdoor work restrictions end as summer policy concludes
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) officially concluded its 2026 Occupational Heat Stress Prevention Policy on September 15. Outdoor work between 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM resumed across…
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Gas leak at industrial facility in Aqaba results in 11 hospitalizations
An ammonia gas leak at an industrial zone in Aqaba, Jordan led to 11 hospitalizations for respiratory treatment.
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Ancient 7th-century mosque discovered during archaeological excavations in Saudi Arabia
Archeologists in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Baha region uncovered the ruins of an ancient mosque dating back to the first century AH.
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BRICS Summit issues joint declaration calling for protection of energy supply chains
BRICS member nations issued a joint statement calling for restraint and safeguarding of vital energy supply chains in West Asia.
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US-brokered security talks between Israel and Lebanon scheduled for October in Rome
US State Department officials confirmed upcoming security talks between representatives from Israel and Lebanon in Rome next month.
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Crude oil futures sustain prices above $100 per barrel amid Middle East supply risks
Global crude prices remained elevated above $100 per barrel on Monday as market traders digest ongoing maritime transit friction and regional energy security concerns.
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UAE Ministry of Defence mourns two personnel martyred during training mission
The UAE Ministry of Defence announced the martyrdom of Major Abdalla Shamis Almenhali and candidate Saeed Abdalla Alshamsi during a training mission on Monday.
Read moreWorld’s longest cruise sets sail from Rome on 371-day journey
Norwegian’s Regatta departed Rome on a historic 371-day voyage spanning 62 countries, 6 continents, and over 220 ports of call.
Read moreApple adjusts iPhone pricing following launch of iPhone 18 series
Following the debut of the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple updated regional pricing for previous generation models including the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air.
Read moreTrump proposes $5,000 stimulus payments ahead of US midterm elections
US President Donald Trump proposed a $5,000 stimulus check for every American adult if Republicans maintain control of Congress in the upcoming midterm elections.
Read morePM Modi announces plan for India’s independent space station by 2035
Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed India’s ambition to build and operate its own space station by 2035 during an address in New Delhi.
Read more18th BRICS Summit begins in New Delhi with Chinese President Xi in attendance
World leaders gather in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, marking Chinese President Xi Jinping’s first visit to India in seven years.
Read moreUAE commits €40 billion investment to Germany’s tech and energy sectors
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz signed key agreements including a €40 billion UAE investment into Germany.
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