Syrian, Israeli ministers meet US envoy in Paris: senior diplomat
The US special envoy for Syria said he held talks with Syrian and Israeli officials in Paris on Thursday on...Geostrategy
Russia, Ukraine begin a fresh round of talks in Istanbul, Kremlin plays down breakthrough hopes
Ukraine said it hoped the two countries would discuss the release of prisoners and lay the ground for a meeting...Geostrategy
Palestinians recount ‘torture’ in Israeli army custody
In recent weeks, the army has faced international criticism after viral footage of detainees stripped down to their underwear and...About 20 men released from Israeli custody "have bruises on their bodies", hospital official in Rafah
The Israeli army rejected the claims, saying detainees are "treated in accordance with international law"
Moroccans protest against Gaza war, Israel ties
The protesters were called to the streets by a disparate group of organizations backing the Palestinian cause, including left-wingers and...The protestors in Rabat denounced what protest leaders called a "war of extermination"
In 2020, the north African country established diplomatic and trade relations with Israel
Tunisia records low turnout in vote for new chamber
More than 260 prominent Tunisian figures had signed a petition against what they called a "useless" election, saying Saied's government...Just 11.66 percent of the nine million strong electorate turned out on Sunday for the vote to choose more than 2,000 councilors from around 7,000 candidates
The electoral authority is scheduled to give preliminary results on December 27. A second round is scheduled for February, with no set date as of now
Gaza war exacting ‘heavy price’ on Israel army: Netanyahu
Israeli prime minister said that in spite of the high toll in Gaza, the country had no choice but to...Netanyahu said the war will go on until Hamas is eliminated and "we restore security"
The army said 14 soldiers had been killed in the Palestinian territory since Friday
Saudi Arabia, UAE lead MENA’s smart city development
In 2023, the region advanced in smart city initiatives, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading the transformation, with Frost...In 2023, the region advanced in smart city initiatives, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading the transformation, with Frost & Sullivan projected $50bn investment by 2025.
Saudi Arabia, leading with Riyadh, targets 17 cities for smart development, while the UAE's Masdar City, Oman's Sultan Haitham, and Qatar's Lusail City follow suit.
FTA issues guide to determine natural persons subject to corporate tax
ABU DHABI, UAE - The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a new guide outlining the criteria to determine natural...The guide provides a comprehensive and simplified explanation and instructions for natural persons earning in the UAE.
The FTA emphasized the importance of understanding the comprehensive content and definitions outlined in the guide.
Sheikh Hamdan approves $41m worth bonus for civilian employees of Dubai govt entities
DUBAI UAE - Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of...The bonuses will be granted to eligible civilian employees based on the criteria set by the DGHR.
The Dubai Government remains committed to acknowledging excellence and holds in high regard those who make significant contributions
136 UN employees killed in Gaza War, says UN chief
NEW YORK, US - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Sunday that 136 United Nations employees in Gaza Strip had...The UN chief said that the Israeli military offensive was creating 'massive obstacles' to the distribution of humanitarian aid inside Gaza.
The United Nations Security Council had adopted a resolution calling for boosting humanitarian assistance for Gaza Strip.
Israeli forces detain 4,695 Palestinians in West Bank since Oct 7
The Palestinian Prisoners Society (PPS) and the Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs Authority say the tally includes the Palestinians detained at...The statement said Israeli forces continue to carry out widespread acts of abuse, brutal assaults, on-field interrogations, and threats against detainees and their families.
Since Oct 7, West Bank Palestinians have witnessed growing settler violence and the displacement of small herding villages on land coveted by Israel.
SFD-financed Arkiz Agricultural Project in Mauritania inaugurated
Dubai, UAE -- The Arkiz Agricultural Project in Mauritania, which has been financed by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD)...The project will improve the efficiency of Mauritania's water, irrigation and drainage facilities, while delivering agricultural equipment and potable water to farmers.
Since 1979, the fund has contributed toward 20 development projects in Mauritania, at a value of over $665 million.
