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November 24, 2024 6:03 PM

UAE: Ministry of Defence prepares for Union Fortress 10

The UAE Ministry of Defence is set to host the 10th edition of the prestigious "Union Fortress 10" military parade, scheduled for December 14, 2024, at Al Ain International Airport in Al Ain City. Under the theme "Pride and Loyalty, Pledge and Allegi...

November 18, 2024 6:42 PM

Carbon Capture Technologies in West asia

As COP29 unfolds in Baku, Azerbaijan, the global spotlight is firmly on nations’ efforts to tackle the escalating climate crisis. Following the successful COP28 summit in Dubai, West Asia has emerged as an unlikely leader in carbon capture technolo...

November 17, 2024 9:11 AM

UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP29

The UAE has unveiled an ambitious initiative to establish the “Global Energy Efficiency Alliance” during COP29, hosted in Azerbaijan. This move aims to double global energy efficiency rates by 2030 and contribute to significant emission reduction...

November 10, 2024 4:59 PM

Dubai Secures Top Spot in Middle East and Climbs to Fifth Globally in ‘2024 Global City Index’

Dubai is the highest-ranked city in the Middle East and Africa on the ‘2024 Global City Index’ by Brand Finance, leading the region for the second consecutive year. Globally, Dubai also rose to fifth place, surpassing global powerhouses like Si...

November 10, 2024 4:08 PM

Israel’s strikes on Iran spark interest in air-launched ballistic missiles

Israel's effective use of air-launched ballistic missiles in its airstrikes against Iran is expected to pique interest elsewhere in acquiring the weapons, which most major powers have avoided in favour of cruise missiles and glide bombs. The Israel ...

November 4, 2024 5:38 PM

UAE’S ADNOC to deploy autonomous AI in the energy sector for the first time

UAE energy giant ADNOC will apply highly autonomous agentic artificial intelligence in the energy industry for the first time, in partnership with G42, Microsoft and AIQ, its CEO Sultan Al Jaber said on Monday (November 4) at an industry event in Abu...

November 2, 2024 10:41 AM

US to deploy B-52s, warships to Middle East as aircraft carrier departs

The United States said on Friday it will deploy B-52 bombers, fighter jets, refueling aircraft and Navy destroyers to the Middle East, in a readjustment of military assets as the Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group prepares to leave the region. The...

October 31, 2024 7:24 PM

Piyush Goyal Emphasizes Economic Growth, Cultural Legacy, and Strategic Ties During Riyadh Visit

On his official visit to Saudi Arabia, Union Minister Piyush Goyal engaged with the Indian diaspora, government officials, and business leaders in Riyadh to advance the India-Saudi Arabia partnership, promoting trade, cultural exchange, and mutual in...

October 30, 2024 12:00 PM

As Israel hammers north Gaza, Palestinians dig for the dead in multi-storey ruins

After another of Israel's relentless airstrikes in its north Gaza offensive, Palestinians rushed to a bombed-out four-storey house of neighbours on Tuesday and plucked body parts off its walls and floors in a desperate search for any survivors. The ...

October 29, 2024 3:39 PM

Hezbollah elects Naim Qassem to succeed slain head Nasrallah

Lebanese armed group Hezbollah said on Tuesday it had elected deputy head Naim Qassem to succeed slain secretary general Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli air attack on Beirut's southern suburb over a month ago. The group said in a writ...

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