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UAE and Jordan leaders discuss boosting economic, investment ties
Amman, Jordan-- The UAE and Jordan have explored opportunities for collaboration in the fields of economy, investment, food security, renewable...
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Qatar urges the West to pressure Israel to stop attacks against Palestinians
Dubai, UAE--Condemning Israel's relentless bombardment of the Gaza Strip, Qatar's top diplomat has urged Western countries to exert pressure on...
- Qatari foreign minister spoke with his Iranian counterpart on the phone and issued a call for an end to the violence
- For his part, Iran's top diplomat said the intensification of the Israel's crimes would further complicate the situation in Palestine
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Celebrities make Middle East peace appeals online
Anguished at the horrifying images coming out of the Gaza Strip and Israel, celebrities like Madonna and Mark Ruffalo have...
- The appeal for peace from around the world comes at a time of upsurge in violence between Israel and Hamas
- Many feel only dialogue could end the dispute in the Middle East and a free homeland for Palestinians alongside Israel
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UAE to hold ‘Regional Cybersecurity Week’ to brainstorm plans to combat threats
Abu Dhabi, UAE--The UAE Cybersecurity Council will organise the Regional Cybersecurity Week 2023 from October 8-12, under the title "Cybersecurity...
- The week-long conference will be held in cooperation with the International Telecommunication Union and the Arab Regional Cybersecurity Centre
- More than 100 experts from 70 countries will take part in the conference to debate the best strategies and experiences in the field of cybersecurity