The Trump administration is pursuing both diplomatic and military options in the Iran conflict, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Sunday, refusing to rule out further escalation in the region following the deployment of a third US aircraft carrier to the region Asked on CBS News whether the…
President Sheikh Mohamed and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have discussed strengthening ties between their nations. During a call on Sunday, the two leaders reviewed the state of UAE-Italian relations and identified opportunities to deepen co-operation, with a particular focus on economic…
Egypt remains committed to a diplomatic and political solution to its dispute with Ethiopia over a controversial Nile dam, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has said. In an interview with CNN Business Arabic, Mr Madbouly said the Nile is a matter of “national security and existential importance” for…
The UAE Football Association has chartered six aircraft to fly supporters to Jeddah for Tuesday's Arabian Gulf Cup final against Saudi Arabia. The initiative, announced on Sunday, is aimed at bolstering the presence of UAE fans at what will be one of the most keenly awaited fixtures in the regional…
President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he had chosen Jay Clayton, currently Director of National Intelligence, to head up his newly established “Super Intelligence Force” to guide AI policy in the US. Mr Trump first floated the idea of a new AI chief and steering committee back in September…
Dubai CommerCity (DCC) , the free zone dedicated to digital commerce in Dubai, is launching the second phase of its expansion programme with Dh1.8 billion ($272.2 million) investment that will help the emirate grow its digital economy . The free zone is set to deliver the expansion project in…
The UAE delivered its best Asian Games performance at Aichi-Nagoya 2026, finishing 13th among 45 nations with a record seven gold medals. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, praised the country's 165-strong contingent after the Games concluded in Japan on…
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi ordered an investigation on Sunday after the American flag was desecrated during parades marking the withdrawal of US troops from the country . Mr Al Zaidi ordered a committee to determine the circumstances of what happened during Iraq 's Sovereignty Day events…
Two Iranians have appeared in an English court over an alleged plot to use a home-made bomb to attack Jewish people in Manchester. Rahman Salehi, 34, and Salam Ahmadyan, 36, are charged with plotting acts of terrorism at the behest of a figure believed to be in Iran. Prosecutors allege they…
The UAE has marked World Teachers' Day with a tribute to educators whose work shapes minds and drives national progress, the Ministry of Education said. Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Education, said the annual occasion – celebrated on Monday, October 5 – embodies a shared appreciation for a noble…