Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Airports has announced that some inbound and outbound flights at Zayed International Airport (AUH) may experience delays, diversions, or cancellations, due to the temporary closure of UAE airspace. “The safety of our passengers remains our highest priority. We are working close»»»

DOHA: Iran has targeted United States assets across the Gulf Arab states in retaliation for a huge joint attack on Iran by the US and Israel, as the region’s worst fears of being ignited in the flames of a sustained war loom. The Iranian government on Saturday confirmed its attacks on several targe»»»

Sharjah: Sharjah Airport has advised all passengers to stay up to date on the latest flight information, as a number of flights have been cancelled or delayed today due to the temporary and partial closure of the UAE’s airspace, as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of flights and crews. »»»

OpenAI said Friday it struck a deal for the Pentagon to use its models in the US defense agency's classified network, with "safeguards," after President Donald Trump blacklisted AI rival Anthropic. Trump had ordered the government to stop using Anthropic, calling it a threat to national security af»»»

Doha, Qatar: The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced that the country today was subjected to a blatant attack involving Iranian ballistic missiles, noting that UAE air defence systems dealt with the missiles with high efficiency and successfully intercepted a number of missiles»»»

Tunis, Feb 28 (TAP) - Tunisia currently ranks 5th among suppliers of packaged olive oil to the Japanese market, behind Spain, Italy, Turkey and Greece, given that Japan imports more than 50,000 tonnes of olive oil annually.Indeed, Tunisian exports...»»»

Abu Dhabi: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said the UAE had made significant and sincere efforts to prevent war and had warned of its risks to the region and its stability. In a post on X, he condemned the blatant attacks, adding that with their repercussions escalating a»»»

US President Donald Trump said on Friday he was "not happy" with the way Iran was negotiating in talks with the US, but had not yet made a "final decision" on whether the US would launch military action against Tehran. His comments came as the US advised its non-emergency embassy staff to»»»

Dubai: Dubai Airports has urged travellers not to head to Dubai International Airport or Al Maktoum International Airport. The advisory has been issued after Dubai Airports confirmed that some flights at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International (DWC) are cancelle»»»

Dubai: The Philippine embassy in Tel Aviv has alerted Filipinos in the country to stay indoors and to seek shelter or mamad, as the US and Israel launched attacks against Iran. In an advisory, the embassy said that Israel will be under “essential activity” status wherein all educational institution»»»

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is chairing a Cobra meeting about the US and Israeli air strikes on Iran. Explosions have been heard across five Iranian cities including the capital, Tehran, on Saturday, after negotiations to limit Iran's nuclear programme ended without an agreement this week. The »»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Interior said it is closely monitoring regional developments as the US and Israel strike Iran, and remains at the highest level of readiness to take all precautionary measures in coordination with the relevant authorities. It stressed that its priority is to ensure th»»»

Nuclear-armed Pakistan has made an open declaration of war against former ally Afghanistan, its western neighbor that has resisted NATO occupation for years, and has sought to drag its archrival India into an escalating conflict. Islamabad said the latest escalation of violence between the estrange»»»

Doha, Qatar: At least one person has been killed in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, after several missiles launched from Iran were intercepted, according to the country’s state news agency. The UAE said “this attack is a flagrant violation of national sovereignty and internation»»»

Dubai: India’s national carrier Air India has suspended all flights to destinations across the Middle East, including the UAE, in view of the developing situation in parts of the region. In a post on X, the airline said all services to the Middle East have been halted until further notice. Iran was»»»

There is currently no precise information regarding debts accumulated during the tenure of the former mayor of Osh, current Mayor Zhanar Akayev told journalists. According to him, the matter is being studied by relevant authorities and specialists. Akayev reiterated his commitment to completing ong»»»

Dubai: Several Gulf countries have closed or suspended their airspace after a sharp escalation in regional hostilities, following airstrikes targeting Iran. Authorities in Qatar, Kuwait and the UAE confirmed closures late on February 28, as explosions were reported in Tehran and Israel announced a »»»

Dubai: Tensions between Washington and Tehran have simmered for years, but the current escalation traces back to the collapse of the nuclear agreement. The original 2015 nuclear deal — formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) — placed limits on Iran’s nuclear programme in ex»»»

Iran's rial plunged to a record low on February 28 as Israeli and US strikes on Tehran sent the currency into freefall, with free market data showing the dollar trading at IRR1,749,500 ($1) as panic gripped financial markets following the attack on the capital. »»»

Iran has fired ballistic missiles at the US Naval Support Activity Bahrain, headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet in the Juffair area of Manama, according to multiple social media and open-source intelligence accounts posting on February 28, as sirens sounded across Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE. »»»

Iran has fired ballistic missiles at the US Naval Support Activity Bahrain, headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet in the Juffair area of Manama, according to multiple social media and open-source intelligence accounts posting on February 28, as sirens sounded across Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE. »»»

Iran has fired ballistic missiles at the US Naval Support Activity Bahrain, headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet in the Juffair area of Manama, according to multiple social media and open-source intelligence accounts posting on February 28, as sirens sounded across Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE. »»»

Iran has fired ballistic missiles at the US Naval Support Activity Bahrain, headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet in the Juffair area of Manama, according to multiple social media and open-source intelligence accounts posting on February 28, as sirens sounded across Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE. »»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE's Ministry of Interior said it is closely monitoring regional developments and remains at the highest level of readiness to take all precautionary measures in coordination with the relevant authorities. In an official statement on WAM, the Ministry stressed that its priority is t»»»

Washington: US President Donald Trump said in an 8-minute video posted on his Truth Social that the US has begun "major combat operations in Iran." He claimed Iran has continued to develop its nuclear program and plans to develop missiles to reach U.S. and appealed to the Iranian people to "take ov»»»

Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Interior said on Saturday that the security situation in the country is stable and safe following today’s attacks on the Iran, adding that there are currently no indicators that would warrant concern over domestic security. In a statement, the ministry said specialised se»»»

Dubai: Indian carrier IndiGo is closely monitoring developments related to Iran and its airspace and may adjust its operations if required, according to its post on X. In a statement shared on social media, the airline said it is tracking regional updates concerning Iran and is prepared to respond »»»

Dubai: Several flydubai flights were disrupted on February 28 following the temporary closure of multiple airspaces in the region, the airline told Gulf News. In a statement attributed to a flydubai spokesperson, the carrier said: “Due to the temporary closure of several airspaces in the region on »»»

Kuwait’s Public Authority of Civil Aviation has suspended all flights to Iran until further notice due to the ongoing political and military situation. Israel Strikes Iran: Live updates: Trump confirms US military begins major operations in Iran Other flights in the region may also be affected, the»»»

Ever since the release of the blockbuster Jurassic Park, the Tyrannosaurus rex has been associated with ground shaking tremors as it moved. But in fact, rather than stomping heel-first, the prehistoric beast may have actually tip-toed as it roamed around on its giant feet, a study has found. And it»»»

ABU DHABI, Feb 28 (KUNA) -- The UAE voiced concern over renewed military clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, calling for calming down and avoiding regional escalation.In a press release, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on both sides to settle their disputes through wisdom and diplo»»»

With the United States and Iran locked in a tense diplomatic dance of sorts where indirect negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme have entered a seemingly critical phase, mediators, according to some sources, say both sides appear to be moving closer to an understanding on issues surrounding »»»

Dubai: If you are flying to the Philippines, it may be wise to check how much cash you are carrying before heading to the airport. The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has reiterated long-standing regulations on the entry and exit of both foreign and local currencies, reminding travellers to comp»»»

Ethiopia’s push for Red Sea access will have consequences that reach far beyond the Horn of Africa, not least because littoral states are staunchly opposed to Addis Ababa gaining a sovereign foothold on this crucial trade artery. With 132 million people, landlocked Ethiopia is Africa’s second-most »»»

Israel’s top court on Friday froze a government ban on 37 foreign aid organisations operating in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, issuing an interim order that allows the groups to continue their work while the court considers a final ruling. Israel's Supreme Court decided in a ruling published Fri»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) has received Platinum rating under the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Operations’ sustainable green building certification system, further underscoring Qatar Museums’ position as a global pioneer in sustainable cultural i»»»

UN Chief António Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, after Islamabad conducted airstrikes in Kabul and three other Afghan provinces on Friday. Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif declared "open war" after his country ran out of “patience” fo»»»

Pakistan was once viewed as the sponsor and chief backer of Afghanistan’s Taliban movement. But when Islamabad declared “open war” on Kabul Friday, it marked a dramatic escalation of tensions between the two countries and underscored the regional security implications in a volatile zone. Shortly af»»»

The European Commission said Thursday that member states will be able to tap into a social fund to help women access safe abortion care. This comes after a "My Voice, My Choice" campaign called on the bloc to create a funding mechanism to help women from EU countries with severe restrictions o»»»

France is a poor performer when it comes to cohesion in Europe and is marked by growing regional inequalities, despite being allocated a whopping €18 billion in EU cohesion funding for 2021-2027. Numerous regions risk falling into a "development trap": after a period of growth, they stagnate o»»»

Ethiopia’s push for Red Sea access will have consequences that reach far beyond the Horn of Africa, not least because littoral states are staunchly opposed to Addis Ababa gaining a sovereign foothold on this crucial trade artery. With 132 million people, landlocked Ethiopia is Africa’s second-most »»»

Meerim Zhumanazarova won a silver medal at a ranking wrestling tournament in Albania, the United World Wrestling (UWW) reported. In the 68-kilogram weight class, the Kyrgyzstani lost 0-2 to Yuliana Yaneva from Bulgaria in the gold medal bout. Earlier, Meerim Zhumanazarova had defeated athletes from»»»

EU sanctions envoy David O'Sullivan arrived in Bishkek on February 26 to warn Kyrgyzstan’s government that its heavy “re-export” flows to Russia of dual-use European goods must be stopped. In a wry comment on how he is not»»»

EU sanctions envoy David O'Sullivan arrived in Bishkek on February 26 to warn Kyrgyzstan’s government that its heavy “re-export” flows to Russia of dual-use European goods must be stopped. In a wry comment on how he is not»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE celebrates “UAE Education Day” today, reaffirming its belief that education is the foundation of national development and a key driver for building human capital and shaping the future. Observed annually on 28 February, this occasion marks a milestone in the UAE’s history. His Hi»»»

Dubai: Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, received a number of Ramadan well-wishers at his majlis in Nad Al Sheba. The gathering was attended by Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, alon»»»

Dubai: The UAE is expected to see fair to partly cloudy skies on Saturday, with temperatures rising across much of the country, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Daytime conditions will remain generally stable, though humidity is forecast to increase overnight and into Sunday morning»»»

Dubai: More UAE banks are eliminating SMS and email-based one-time passwords (OTPs), as new rules from the Central Bank of the UAE tighten digital security and fraud controls across the financial system. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.By the end of next month, all lic»»»

President Donald Trump told the US government Friday to "immediately" stop using Anthropic's technology after the AI startup rejected the Pentagon's demand that it agree to unconditional military use of its Claude models. Anthropic insists its technology should not be used for the mass surveillance»»»

The US wants to go to war with Iran and will attack once Washington is sure that its weapon stockpiles are sufficient, according to former US Marine Corps intelligence officer and RT contributor Scott Ritter. The US has now gathered the largest military force in the Middle East since before its 200»»»