Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi will travel for the first time as Egypt’s president to the UK on Thursday to meet British Prime Minister David Cameron to discuss regional and international issues. British ambassador to Egypt John Casson announced on Monday that the pair would discuss security issues in the Mi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The 17th edition of the Al Jazeera Forum opened in Doha yesterday under the theme “The Palestinian Cause and the Regional Balance of Power in the Context of an Emerging Multipolar World,” with wide participation from decision-makers, experts, and media professionals from around the wor»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The 17th Al Jazeera Forum reflects the growing importance of intellectual and media platforms in analyzing major global transformations and examining the political and media landscape during critical periods, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Jazeera Media Network H»»»

DOHA: Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Jazeera Media Network His Excellency Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al Thani has emphasized that the 17th Al Jazeera Forum reflects the growing importance of intellectual and media platforms in analyzing major global transformations and examining the politica»»»

MUSCAT: The Qatari Para Sports team secured 14 medals- 4 gold, 8 silver, and 2 bronze - during their participation in the 5th West Asia Para Games, currently underway in Muscat. The Games feature 612 athletes representing 11 countries from the West Asia region: Qatar, Yemen, Palestine, Syria, Iraq,»»»

Ankara, Feb. 7 (SANA) Turkey has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Syria’s recovery and reconstruction efforts, Turkish Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran said on Saturday. Speaking at the opening of the 17th Al Jazeera Forum in Doha, Duran emphasized that Syria’s stabilit»»»

Iran-backed groups in the Middle East, including Hezbollah, should exercise the "greatest restraint" if there is regional escalation between Iran and the United States to avoid destabilizing the region, France's foreign minister said. Jean-Noël Barrot made his comments in Beirut, where he arrived e»»»

Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council renewed its appreciation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its continued support of the Yemeni people, the Saudi Press Agency said on Saturday. The council praised the Kingdom’s leadership under Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al »»»

As US military movements intensify in the Middle East and the possibility of strikes on Iran looms, Yemen’s Houthi group has continued military preparations, mobilizing fighters and establishing new weapons sites. The Houthi mobilization comes at a time when the group is widely viewed as one of Ira»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian FM Spokesperson Baqaei: After exchanging views and outlining their respective demands, the two sides agreed to consult with their c»»»

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Peace negotiations rarely hinge solely on what is discussed. The where, the venue chosen by parties locked in hostility, often shapes the psychological environment and geopolitical context within which diplomacy unfolds. A negotiation site is more than a backdrop: it signals intent, inspires confid»»»

Uranium enrichment might be the main dispute at the US-Iran talks set for Friday in Oman – but the key sticking point is Iran’s ballistic missiles programme, which the US wants to add to the table at the talks. Here are some of major issues at stake when negotiators meet in Muscat.  Iran »»»

As the UAE pivots from a resource-based economy to an industrial innovation hub, technology leaders see the region reshaping global energy operations through automation, sustainability and advanced manufacturing Abu Dhabi is no longer defined solely by the energy it produces. Increasingly, it is be»»»

DOHA: The fourth edition of the Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition opened yesterday at the Eastern Square of Souq Waqif, bringing together regional exhibitors and visitors from across the world to showcase a wide range of dates and date-based products. The exhibition features premium varieti»»»

President Tayyip Erdogan said Türkiye is working hard to prevent US-Iran tensions from tipping the Middle East into a new conflict, as the two adversaries signal that disagreement over Tehran’s missile arsenal threatens to torpedo a deal. Speaking to reporters on a return flight from a visit to Egy»»»

Senior US and Iranian officials are expected to meet in Oman later for direct talks amid a crisis that has raised fears of a military confrontation between the two countries. The discussions come after a US military build-up in the Middle East in response to Iran's violent repression of nationwide »»»

Iran and the United States are set to hold high-stakes negotiations in Oman on Friday over Tehran's nuclear program, but a dispute over the agenda, most notably differences over Tehran's formidable missile program, suggests progress will be hard-won, with the threat of another Middle East war loomi»»»

Uranium enrichment might be the main dispute at the US-Iran talks set for Friday in Oman but the key sticking point is Iran’s ballistic missiles programme, which the US wants to add to the table at the talks. Here are some of major issues at stake when negotiators meet in Muscat.  Iran and the»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 5 (KUNA) -- The International Islamic Charity Organization (IICO) announced Thursday that it continued to carry out its annual winter campaign (Winter Clothing 2025-2026.. Warming Hearts) to aid families hit by severe cold waves in seven Arab and Islamic countries.In a press release, th»»»

Abu Dhabi City Municipality has reaffirmed its commitment to continuing projects aimed at providing recreational and sports facilities for all family members, in line with the objectives of the “Year of the Family.” These efforts contribute to enhancing family wellbeing and encouraging residents to»»»

Iran has demanded that this week’s talks with the US be held in Oman rather than Turkey, with the agenda narrowed to nuclear issues only, a regional source said on Tuesday. The move adds new complications to an already delicate diplomatic effort amid heightened military tensions in the region. Iran»»»

Saudi Arabia has taken a new step to restore Yemen’s Socotra Archipelago to international air traffic by launching a direct flight linking the island with Jeddah, following the resumption of operations at the governorate’s public hospital and government university under a Saudi-backed development p»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the Hamdan bin Zayed: The World’s Richest Seas initiative, a long-term programme aimed at sharply increasing fish stocks in the emirate and achieving one of the highest fish densities globally by 2030. Sign up for our daily business n»»»

Yemen's coastlines witnessed one of the highest waves of illegal migrants during the last three months of 2025, highlighting the country's role as the main gateway on the Eastern Route, primarily for populations originating in the Horn of Africa. In a report summarizing findings from October 1 to D»»»

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) organised Al Hosn Festival, the emirate’s leading annual celebration of cultural heritage, ran from Jan 17-Feb 1 at Al Hosn. The festival offered a dynamic platform for cultural exchange and an interactive journey into Abu Dhabi’s he»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Under the patronage of HE Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and with the support of Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) launched the 10th Field Disaster Management Training C»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has launched the UNESCO Chair in Digital Technologies and Human Behavior, solidifying the University’s position at the forefront of global social innovation. Situated within the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), the new chair wil»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- 1938 -- Abdulaziz Al-Rushaid, member of the 1921 Shura Council, passed away at age of 51. The deceased was also was director of Mubarakiya and Ahmadiya Schools and published Kuwait Magazine in 1928, the first magazine in Kuwait's history. 1963 -- The Woman Cultural and Socia»»»

Ankara, Feb.3 (SANA) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday, reaffirming Turkey’s support for Syria’s stability and discussing regional issues, Turkish officials said. Erdogan said Turkey would cooperate with Saudi Arabia on efforts to rebuild S»»»

The World Bank and Egypt have reviewed the progress of the $200m Greater Cairo Air Pollution Management Project alongside a broader green growth strategy, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat said on Tuesday. The air pollution project, which is su»»»

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has launched the UNESCO Chair in Digital Technologies and Human Behavior, solidifying the University's position at the forefront of global social innovation. Situated within the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), the new Chair will explore the»»»

Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva Monday lauded Egypt’s advancements in expanding digitalization within its tax sector. Addressing at the 10th Annual Arab Fiscal Forum in Dubai, the UAE, Georgieva addressed a high-level assembly including finance minist»»»

The United States has significantly widened its visa restrictions, fully or partially suspending visa issuance for nationals of 39 countries, along with individuals travelling on documents issued or endorsed by the Palestinian Authority, under a new presidential proclamation that took effect on Jan»»»

As a growing American naval armada moves into position in the Gulf of Oman, the long-simmering confrontation between Washington and Tehran is entering one of its most dangerous phases in years. While diplomacy remains officially on the table, starting in several days, regional experts warn that mis»»»

Dubai: Senior Emirati diplomat Dr Anwar Gargash dismissed rising online criticism of the UAE during a session at the World Government Summit in Dubai this week, dismissing much of it as artificial and inauthentic noise. Dr Gargash, the Diplomatic Advisor to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al »»»

KUWAIT, Feb 2 (KUNA) -- 1934 -- Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) was established in Ahmadi City, which also housed employees of the company. Ahmadi was named after Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. KOC has been responsible for exploration, survery of on and offshore areas, drilling of wells as well as produc»»»

The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), in cooperation with relevant entities, has commenced a comprehensive study for the redevelopment of the Musaffah area in Abu Dhabi, aimed at strengthening its position as a sustainable industrial and commercial destination. The initiative forms »»»

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, the news agency Fars reported on Monday, after US President Donald Trump said he was hopeful of a deal to avert military action. "President Pezeshkian has ordered the opening of talks with the United »»»

Iran is weighing the terms for resuming talks with the United States soon, a foreign ministry official said on Monday, after both sides signaled readiness to revive diplomacy over a long-running nuclear dispute and dispel fears of a new regional war. Tensions are running high ​amid a military build»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), in partnership with Qatar Charity, has supplied EPIQ CVx, an advanced echocardiography (ECG) machine, to the Cardiovascular Centre in Taiz, Yemen, in order to enhance the quality of diagnostic services for patients, at a total cost of $61,146. The new»»»

Tribune News Network Doha In partnership with Qatar Charity, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has supplied EPIQ CVx, an advanced echocardiography (ECG) machine, to the Cardiovascular Centre in Taiz, Yemen, in order to enhance the quality of diagnostic services for patients at a total cost of $61,1»»»

This week, Moscow received United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The reception began with protocol that, beyond its ornamental purpose, functioned as a political instrument in its own right. The delegation was welcomed at the airport by First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Mantu»»»

After more than a year of suspending most of its humanitarian activities in areas controlled by the Houthi movement, amid the arrest of dozens of local staff and the seizure of assets and property, the United Nations has declared that its relationship with the group has reached a dead end. The deve»»»

The medical team at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) has successfully treated a patient who sustained superficial and deep second-degree burns, providing comprehensive care using the latest therapeutic technologies alongside the dedicated efforts of multidisciplinary medical teams that supporte»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Press Centre, in cooperation with the Media Development Department at the Qatar Media Corporation (QMC), concluded the sixth edition of the Political Analysis Course for media professionals and diplomats. The five-day programme was delivered by Dr. Abdullah Al-Shayji, Profess»»»

Abu Dhabi City Municipality, affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has completed lighting upgrades on a number of key bridges, covering both vehicular and pedestrian structures. The project utilises advanced smart lighting systems that incorporate the latest remote m»»»

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) has announced a comprehensive shift in its strategy for supporting future careers and advancing Emiratisation in the private sector. The programme is moving beyond a focus on the number of Emiratis employed in private companies to prioritising the »»»

Along both shores of the Red Sea and the adjoining Gulf of Aden, several littoral states are in crisis. On the North African side, Sudan and Somalia both have huge problems, while on the Arabian Peninsula, Yemen is faring no better. These crises are not separate. They amount to one much bigger cris»»»

The Red Sea has long been a strategic maritime artery sustaining global commerce, but today it is far more than that. It has evolved into an arena shaping the contours of an emerging regional order. Across this vital corridor, stability-seeking sovereigns vie with non-state forces that flourish ami»»»