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November 27, 2024 11:29 PM

Israel-Hezbollah truce holds, Israel sets south Lebanon curfew

A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese armed group Hezbollah held on Wednesday after the two sides struck a deal brokered by the U.S. and France, but Israel warned local residents not to return to the border area yet or approach its troops. The agr...

November 26, 2024 6:21 PM

Global Media Congress 2024 launches with spectacular opening in Abu Dhabi

A dazzling opening ceremony marked the commencement of the third Global Media Congress today at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, bringing together international media leaders, experts, and innovators for a three-day exploration of industry t...

November 26, 2024 6:08 PM

Global food week opens in Abu Dhabi with focus on international food security

Abu Dhabi launched its inaugural Global Food Week (GFW) on Tuesday, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of worldwide food security challenges through November 28. The event, organized by ADNEC Group and the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Foo...

November 26, 2024 5:13 PM

Israel expected to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah, Israeli official says

Israel looks set to approve a U.S. plan for a ceasefire with Lebanon's Hezbollah on Tuesday, a senior Israeli official said, clearing the way for an end to the conflict that has killed thousands of people since it was ignited by the Gaza war 14 month...

November 25, 2024 4:56 PM

“Connectivity will be the new element of India-Mediterranean ties; IMEC can be a game changer”: Jaishankar at MED dialogues

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the growing importance of connectivity in strengthening India’s relationship with the Mediterranean region, describing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as a potential "game cha...

November 25, 2024 8:35 AM

Israeli strikes kill dozens in Lebanon, 29 dead in Beirut attack

Dozens of people have been killed in a series of Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon, including 29 deaths from a devastating attack that flattened a multi-story residential building in central Beirut's densely populated Basta area. According to the ID...

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 22, 2024 11:35 AM

Reaction to the ICC warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders

These are reactions to the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and Hamas commander Ibrahim al-Masri, who is believed to be dead. The warrants are for ...

November 22, 2024 11:26 AM

US Senate rejects bids to block military sales to Israel

The U.S. Senate on Wednesday (November 20) voted overwhelmingly to block three resolutions that would have halted the transfer of some U.S. weapons to Israel, introduced by progressives concerned about the human rights catastrophe faced by Palestinia...

November 22, 2024 5:11 AM

Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza with many trapped beneath the rubble

The Israeli military bombed at least five crowded homes in northern Gaza early on Thursday with many casualties buried beneath the rubble, Palestinian health officials said, as troops deepened an incursion along the territory's northern edge. Rescue...

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