US President Donald Trump praised the UAE’s major support for his Gaza peace plan, marking the end of the war. Focus keyphrase: UAE Gaza peace role CAIRO: In a historic announcement delivered in Cairo, US President Donald Trump commended the United Arab Emirates for its prominent contribution to the newly established peace agreement that has […]
Saudi Arabia has restricted retail tobacco sales within 500 metres of mosques and schools, enforcing tighter public health and licensing regulations. RIYADH: In a major step toward protecting public health, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has issued new nationwide restrictions on the retail sale of tobacco products. Effective immediately, tobacco shops will not […]
The UAE beat Oman 2–1 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup qualifier, moving one step closer to securing a place in the 2026 tournament. DUBAI: The UAE national football team kept its World Cup dream alive with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Oman in the Asian qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held […]
UAE and Kuwait discuss enhanced military cooperation during official visit, aiming to boost joint defence capability and regional security. KUWAIT CITY: In a step towards deeper regional defence collaboration, Major General Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces, paid an official visit to Kuwait to discuss military […]
Saudi Arabia now permits all visa holders—including tourists and workers—to perform Umrah, as part of Vision 2030 spiritual tourism reforms. RIYADH: In a major facilitation for Muslim visitors, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has officially expanded access to Umrah by allowing holders of all visa types to perform the pilgrimage, aligning with the […]
Indirect Gaza ceasefire negotiations have begun in Egypt, focusing on a prisoner exchange and Israeli troop withdrawal from the Strip. Sharm El Sheikh: Indirect negotiations between delegations from Hamas and Israel commenced today in the Egyptian city of Sharm El Sheikh under Cairo’s mediation, to discuss arrangements for a prisoner exchange, a ceasefire, and the […]
Saudi Arabia’s PIF is buying video game giant EA for $55 billion — the biggest-ever all-cash gaming deal, unlocking big global plans. RIYADH: In what’s being called the biggest all-cash private equity buyout in gaming history, Electronic Arts (EA) is being acquired for US$55 billion by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund […]
A new report shows fully autonomous vehicles could bring US$18.7B to Gulf economies by 2035, driven by giga-projects and smart mobility. DUBAI: Fully autonomous vehicles (FAVs) could unlock a US$18.7 billion opportunity for Gulf economies by 2035, according to a new report by Strategy& Middle East, part of the PwC network. The study forecasts that […]
Netanyahu apologised to Qatar after Israel’s Doha strike killed six. He promised no more attacks, assurances welcomed by Qatar. DOHA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has promised Qatar that Israel will not launch another strike, following an air raid earlier this month that killed six people in the Qatari capital. The White House confirmed on […]
Saudi Arabia reveals archaeological finds at Masyoun and Umm Jirsan, dating back up to 11,000 years, reshaping early human settlement history. TABUK: Saudi Arabia has announced the discovery of two significant prehistoric human settlements, dating back as far as 11,000 years, highlighting the Kingdom’s deep-rooted heritage and expanding the global narrative of early civilisation on […]
UN Tourism is launching a dedicated Tourism Law Observatory in the Middle East to streamline tourism regulations and improve legal frameworks across the region. RIYADH: The World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism) is establishing a first-of-its-kind Tourism Law Observatory for the Middle East, aiming to strengthen and harmonise tourism legislation across the region. Designed as a […]
