"COP28 is a very important conference because what it's doing is not just bringing people together, but it provides certainty about the deadline that everyone wanting to make any real commitment must adhere to," he adds, underscoring the significance of the UN Climate Change Conference being held in Dubai.

Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières, MSF) has urgently called for a ceasefire in Gaza amid escalating violence and rising death toll. Dr. Khalid El Sheikh of MSF UAE emphasizes the dire situation, highlighting the destruction of medical facilities and the need to address the severe deprivation and ongoing conflict...

Armored personnel carriers and bulldozers were also seen as Israel expanded its operations against Hamas in response to the Palestinian group's deadly October 7 attack on southern Israel. Amin Abu Hawli, 59, said the Israeli vehicles were "2 kilometers inside" the Palestinian territory in the village of Al-Qarara near Khan...

"A fair, safe, and sustainable transition to low-carbon energy is crucial for protecting the planet and fostering economic growth. Achieving this goal requires focusing on three key areas essential for enabling the transition," he adds, highlighting that placing the burden solely on energy producers is unfair.

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan has vowed to ramp up efforts in investigating war crimes in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting the importance of adherence to international humanitarian law amidst the complexities of the densely populated conflict zones. Khan urges unimpeded aid delivery to Gaza, emphasizing legal compliance.

Smoke again clouded the sky over the north of the Palestinian territory, whose Hamas government said 240 people had been killed since a pause in hostilities expired early Friday and combat resumed. After the truce expired on Friday, Israel had told NGOs not to bring aid convoys across the Rafah...

"The event focuses on transitioning the energy sector, demonstrating how strategic investments can foster prosperity without solely relying on fossil fuels," he adds, pointing out the importance of the US$30 billion climate-focused investment fund recently announced by the UAE, supporting international climate action efforts in service of humanity.

Speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the UN's COP28 climate talks in Dubai, French President Emmanuel Macron said that the "Israeli authorities" will have to define their objective and desired end state more precisely. He warned that its aim of destroying the Palestinian movement could unleash a...

Istanbul, Turkey - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday pushed back against mounting US pressure to cut Ankara's historic ties with Hamas in the wake of the group's unprecedented attacks on Israel. The US Treasury's top terrorism financing official conveyed Washington's "profound" alarm about Ankara's past relations with Hamas during...

Both the United Nations chief and the White House called for the break in fighting to be restored, and UN agencies warned of a "catastrophic" humanitarian situation as bombs fell and hospitals again struggled to cope with the wounded after a week-long respite.

"Renewable energy is key to our planet's future. It's time to phase out fossil fuels and embrace sustainable solutions. The fate of humanity depends on the decisions made at this COP. I urge you to take the lead. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance. Make this COP count,"...

"Renewable energy is key to our planet's future. It's time to phase out fossil fuels and embrace sustainable solutions. The fate of humanity depends on the decisions made at this COP. I urge you to take the lead. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance. Make this COP count,"...

The resumption of fighting dashed hopes for an extension of a seven-day truce that had seen dozens of hostages freed in exchange for Palestinian civilian releases by Israel. On Thursday, US top diplomat Antony Blinken, meeting Israeli and Palestinian officials, called for the pause in hostilities to be extended, and...

The truce agreement between Israel and Hamas stipulates that a minimum of 10 Israeli hostages should be released alive each day. But a source close to Hamas told AFP that two Russian-Israeli women freed on Wednesday in addition to 10 others made up for only eight Israelis being released on...

“COP28 is attracting significant interest from various participating countries and will serve as an important forum for climate enthusiasts. This reflects the commitment of people who are eager to enact change and preserve the planet by taking serious steps towards a better future,” President Whipps adds.

The overnight releases, which came after a sixth batch of hostages were freed from Gaza, bring the number of Palestinian civilians freed by Israel under a truce deal to 210. Hamas and other fighters in Gaza have released 70 Israelis under the deal, along with nearly 30 hostages of other...

"At COP28, governments need to focus on two timeframes: an immediate surge in climate action and a springboard for the next crucial two years and beyond. In Dubai, governments must determine which bolder actions are necessary and how to implement them. COP28 must be more than a photo opportunity," he...

United Nations - Israel’s security can be ensured only through a lasting solution to the Palestinian problem and Russia is sparing no effort to achieve it, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said on Wednesday. "As for tomorrow of this conflict, it is time to think about...

Ramallah, Palestinian Territories - An eight-year-old boy and a teenager were killed by the Israeli army on Wednesday in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The ministry said in a statement that "Adam al-Ghul, eight years old, and Bassem Abu el-Wafa, 15 years old,...

Oslo, Norway - Oslo's city hall on Wednesday raised the Palestinian flag in a show of solidarity with the people of Gaza, where thousands have lost their lives as Israel bombarded the area in retaliation for the October 7 attack by Hamas. The initiative coincides with the International Day of Solidarity with...

"ADX's crucial role in bridging investors with companies, fostering growth opportunities, and reinforcing the UAE and Abu Dhabi's status as global investment centers helped in a increased listings and offerings this year," he adds on the sidelines of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) index launch at Abu Dhabi Finance...

Out of the 12, countries in the Horn of Africa were most affected, with Ethiopia and Somalia accounting for about half of the 27 million children facing hunger, Save said.

WASHINGTON, US -  US President Joe Biden has warned Israel that its expected offensive in southern Gaza must avoid the kind of mass displacement of civilians seen during the military's pummeling of the Palestinian territory's north, US officials said. Israel has said it will continue its war on Hamas after an...

The Kingdom's selection as the host for World Expo 2030 marks a pivotal moment in its journey towards innovation, openness, and global connectivity.

ABHA, SAUDI ARABIA - Extending over 34 kilometers, the Abha Valley Basin enjoys a variety of wildlife aspects, civilizational features and variety of terrain that makes it ideal for tourism. Situated at an altitude of 2,983 meters and having steep slopes, the basin, with a dense vegetation cover, is terraced...

The Kingdom's selection as the host for World Expo 2030 marks a pivotal moment in its journey towards innovation, openness, and global connectivity.

The meeting came after the world's richest person visited a kibbutz community devastated in attacks by Hamas fighters on October 7, and met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and defense officials. Musk has been criticized over what critics say is a proliferation of hate speech on X, formerly Twitter, since...

Shortly after the arrival of the hostages was confirmed, Israel's prison authority said 33 Palestinian civilians had been released. The freed Israelis are dual nationals of France, Germany and Argentina, according to Qatar, which helped mediate the deal.

"The country's strategies, such as the Energy Strategy 2050, aims at raising the share of clean energy in the total energy mix from 25% to 50% by 2050 and cut carbon emissions from power generation by 70%. The Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 will meet 75% of its energy needs...

The terms of the truce agreement pausing the fighting in the Gaza Strip say it can be extended beyond its initial four-day term as long as 10 hostages are released for each extra day, with three times as many Palestinians freed in return. As such, another 50 hostages would imply...

Beirut, Lebanon -- From Lebanon, Palestinian Fatima al-Ashwah has been praying for relatives in Gaza, but received grim news that Israeli bombing killed around 12 of them days before a temporary truce between Israel and Hamas. "They bombed their house," leaving some of them "in pieces," said Ashwah, drained by...

Shanghai, China -- In a bid to attract Chinese tourists, the Saudi Tourism Authority recently concluded its first, and the largest, international promotional campaign in China, which resulted in a 277-percent surge in bookings. Running from November 17 to 23, 2023, the campaign unfolded as a grand spectacle, reaching millions...

Saudi Arabia -- competing against Busan, Korea, and Rome, Italy -- bids for Expo 2030 with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and global unity.

"Looking ahead, our focus is on the North Field Expansion and sustainability projects. We are collaborating with our contractors to ensure these major projects are delivered safely, successfully, and on schedule, with a commitment to quality and flawless execution.Continuing to invest in our people is also a priority," he adds.

The pause that began Friday has seen dozens of hostages freed, with over 100 Palestinian civilians released by Israel in return. Attention now has turned to whether the truce will be extended before its scheduled end early on Tuesday morning.

A US defence official told a media outlet that an unknown number of "unidentified armed individuals" seized the M/V Central Park in the Gulf of Aden. Ambrey, the maritime security firm, said that "US naval forces are engaged in the situation" after the incident involving the Central Park, which is...

Billions of dollars are being invested into ventures to grow food in the GCC to make the arid, hot region self-sufficient, in a sector vulnerable to the vagaries of war, climate and disease.

Hamas released a third group of hostages including a four-year-old American girl with more Palestinian prisoners set to be freed in exchange. A source close to the group said it was willing to prolong a truce. The Israeli army said 13 released hostages were back in the country and another...

A third group of Israeli hostages will be set free by Hamas fighters in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, a day after after freeing captives including a young woman snatched from a desert rave. The Israeli prime minister's office said it had since received a list of hostages due to be...

The West Bank has seen an uptick in violence since the October 7 cross-border attack on Israel by Hamas last month, in which fighters from the Gaza Strip killed 1,200 people, most of them civilians, according to the Israeli authorities. Israel has since responded with a bombing and land campaign...

Eleven ambulances, three coaches and a flatbed were delivered to Al-Shifa hospital, which had seen heavy fighting in recent days, "to assist with evacuations," the UN said. The day prior, when a temporary truce between Israel and Hamas began in order to facilitate the hostage exchange, a total of 137...

A four-day truce between Israel and Hamas began on Friday, and a source close to Hizbollah told AFP that the Iran-backed group would also adhere to the ceasefire if Israel did. UNIFIL said "this attack on peacekeepers, dedicated to reducing tensions and restoring stability in south Lebanon, is deeply troubling,"...

Carrying placards and waving Palestinian flags, thousands of protestors chanted slogans before Canada's Parliament in Ottawa, demanding a permanent ceasefire in the fighting between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Among the protestors were people from diverse backgrounds: Arabs, Muslims, Jews, anti-war, labor and social justice organizations.

“We would like the UAE to be a partner in our current process of investing in infrastructure. It is a marriage that pleases both parties. They are interested in investing in long-term projects, lasting twenty or 30 years, such as ports, highways, airports, and the food security sector. And we...

The Israel-Hamas conflict has halted gas production at the Tamar plant, significantly impacting the region's infrastructure and disrupting Israel's gas exports.

The move, part of a broader truce agreement mediated by Qatar and Egypt, saw emotional reunions as families welcomed their loved ones back.

Jerusalem -  Plans to release another group of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners suffered a setback on Saturday, the second day of a four-day truce after seven weeks of war. On Friday evening the Palestinian group freed 13 Israelis, along with an unexpected 10 Thais and one Filipino,...

Hamas said that it was delaying the release of a second group of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners until Israel complies with a truce agreement. The Palestinian group's armed wing said the issues of aid deliveries to the northern Gaza Strip and the selection criteria for prisoner releases...

An Israeli-owned cargo ship was damaged in a suspected drone attack by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in the Indian Ocean, a US defense official said. "We are aware of reports that there was a suspected IRGC-initiated Shahed-136 UAV (that) struck a civilian motor vessel in the Indian Ocean," the...

The WHO said the head of the biggest hospital in Gaza was arrested on Wednesday along with five other health workers, while they were taking part in a UN mission to evacuate patients. The Israeli forces detained three medical personnel from the Palestine Red Crescent Society and three from the...