Abu Dhabi: The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has announced the signing of a strategic concession agreement with Yas Driving Academy to manage and operate driver training and testing services in Abu Dhabi. The agreement is part of »»»

Abu Dhabi: The trilateral talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine concluded today (Saturday) in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. The discussions brought together the United States, Russia and Ukraine, as part of ongoing efforts to encourage dialogue and seek a political solution to the crisis. T»»»

Riyadh has witnessed, since the beginning of January, an unprecedented wave of political activity involving southern Yemeni leaders and factions. These consultations and discussions among key actors and influential figures are aimed at preparing for the convening of the Southern Dialogue Conference»»»

UAE society is facing a worrying demographic contraction marked by declining birth rates, population ageing, and long-term structural risks. As the government searches for sustainable solutions, the Federal National Council (FNC) has presented a comprehensive, evidence-based plan comprising 15 urge»»»

Abu Dhabi will host the Murona Forum 2026, organised by the Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu Dhabi, bringing together a high-level group of local and international leaders and experts to discuss best practices and innovative approaches in emergency, crisis and disaster mana»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Supreme Council of the Judiciary has announced the launch of an integrated legislative and regulatory framework for mediation and conciliation in civil and commercial disputes, in implementation of Federal Decree-Law No. (40) of 2023 concerning Mediation and Conciliation in C»»»

The first shipment of the Oil Derivatives Grant from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) arrived in Socotra on Friday. The shipment will be providing fuel for electricity stations in Hadibu, Qalansiyah, Muri, and Alamah and eventually serving over 70 power plants acro»»»

The BBC has been given access to detention facilities on former United Arab Emirates military bases in Yemen, confirming long-standing allegations of a network of secret prisons run by the UAE and forces allied to it in Yemen's decade-long civil war. One former detainee told the BBC he had been bea»»»

Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) Dr. Rashad al-Alimi stressed on Thursday that the state is making tangible progress in unifying security and military institutions and improving basic service in the liberated governorates. Meeting in Riyadh with ambassadors of countries spo»»»

Turbulence often dominates the headlines across the Middle East, but these reports capture only part of the story. Political divisions, humanitarian crises, and fragile trade routes create enduring challenges that demand measured, principled action. The true test of foreign policy, then, is not in »»»

Doha, Qatar: The seventh Souq Waqif International Honey Exhibition opened on Thursday at the Eastern Square, featuring honey and related products from 100 participating companies representing 20 countries. In addition, the exhibition includes more than 50 bee-related products, including propolis, b»»»

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Saer Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), praised an intervention by FNC member Mona Hammad calling for family empowerment programmes to include the empowerment of men, rather than being limited solely to women as is currently the case. He described her remarks as a valid and con»»»

The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) has launched the “Expression of Interest” service, effective today (Friday), allowing eligible citizens to select the housing project that best suits their needs in Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafra. The initiative empowers citizens to make their own housing decisions, »»»

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Abu Dhabi: The UAE capital will host the IAAPA Expo Middle East 2026 for the first time, marking a major milestone for the region’s attractions and leisure industry. The premier global trade show and conference will take place from March 30 to April 2, 2026 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Cent»»»

Amid rapidly evolving developments on the ground led by the leadership of the Coalition Forces to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen, efforts are continuing to normalize life in Aden, the country’s temporary capital, within a comprehensive vision aimed at restoring the city’s civil character and strengthe»»»

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A car bomb explosion in Yemen’s Aden on Wednesday targeted the convoy of Brigadier General Hamdi Shukri Al-Subaihi, commander of the Second Division in the Giants Brigades, and one of the most prominent leaders whose forces contributed to imposing security in Aden. According to information, al-Suba»»»

The Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement announced a new package of contracts awarded in favour of the Ministry of Defence on the second day of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and the Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX) 2026. The package comprised four contracts with a total value »»»

ADEN, Jan 21 (KUNA) -- Commander of the Second Division of the Southern Giants (Al-Amaliqa al-Janubia) Brigade Hamdi Shoukri survived a bomb attack on his convoy in the northern part of Aden city, southwest Yemen, on Wednesday."The criminal terrorist attack with a booby-trapped car, claimed the liv»»»

The Federal National Council (FNC) has recommended extending maternity leave in the government sector to a minimum of 98 fully paid days, in line with global best practices. The recommendation was made during discussions on the Family Protection and the Concept of the Family Unit report, prepared b»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani patronized the graduation ceremony of the eighth batch of cadets from the Police College of the Police Academy, in Al Sailiya Wednesday morning. The graduation ceremony was attended by Their Excellencies Sheikhs and Ministers, Their Excellenc»»»

United Arab Emirates forces are accused of running a secret prison in Yemen's Dabba area in the eastern city of Mukalla. Asharq Al-Awsat toured the facility, bearing witness to the dire conditions in which the detainees were held as they waited in despair for their fate. The walls themselves tell a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani affirmed that peacebuilding is a continuous process rather than a single agreement, stressing that the proposed Board of Peace offers a clear path forward as outlined by President Tru»»»

DAVOS: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani on Tuesday underscored the importance of coordinated international efforts, restraint and wisdom in addressing the multiple crises facing the Middle East. In a Discussion Panel at the World »»»

Egypt’s reported airstrikes on a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) military supply convoy in Sudan on 9 January could mark a pivotal moment in Sudan’s civil war, moving its northern neighbour up a gear from cautious diplomacy to decisive action. According to some media reports, the strikes targeted a conv»»»

India and the UAE finalised a series of agreements on Monday, hoping to double bilateral trade to $200 billion by 2032. The United Arab Emirates president, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, met with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital as part of a visit aimed at bolsterin»»»

Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) member and Governor of Yemen's eastern Hadramout province Salem al-Khanbashi accused on Monday the United Arab Emirates of exploiting its participation in the coalition to support legitimacy in Yemen to pursue its own agenda. Speaking at a press conference in M»»»

The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates has categorically denied the claims and misleading allegations made during a press conference held by Hadramout Governor Salem Al-Hanbashi, regarding the purported discovery of quantities of weapons and explosives allegedly linked to the UAE at Al»»»

Yemeni politicians have met in Saudi Arabia's capital in their first public gathering since a southern separatist group backed by the United Arab Emirates was disbanded following weeks of clashes. The meeting in Riyadh discussed the future of southern Yemen ahead of a Saudi-sponsored conference, th»»»

The UN warned on Monday that the humanitarian situation in Yemen is worsening and that gains made to tackle malnutrition ​and health would go into reverse due to funding cuts. "The context is very concerning... We are expecting things to be much worse in 2026," Julien Harneis, UN Resident and Human»»»

A consultative meeting on southern Yemen was held in Riyadh on Sunday, marking a return of the southern issue to the forefront of the regional scene. The meeting brought together leaderships, elders and senior figures from the South. Saudi Arabia has been exerting firm efforts to steer the southern»»»

Abu Dhabi: Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, 2026 has been designated as the Year of the Family as part of the UAE Year of Initiative. The Year of the Family will focus on celebrating the family as the foundation of a strong, united a»»»

QNA Doha Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, attended the certificate-award ceremony for the 8th batch of officer cadets at the Police College on Sunda»»»

Experience shows that making predictions even a year ahead is risky. Events that later seem obvious can be invisible in advance. Yet trying to identify the main trends shaping world politics remains worthwhile. So, what will the international system look like in 2026? Ukraine: The war will not endA»»»

DOHA: Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani attended the certificate-award ceremony for the 8th batch of officer cadets at the Police College. The graduati»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force, Lekhwiya, and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, on Sunday attended the certificate-award ceremony for the 8th batch of officer cadets at the Police Col»»»

The conflict in Sudan continues unabated, with over 100,000 killed. Millions more are displaced and suffer from food insecurity and the collapse of basic services. The humanitarian situation has become catastrophic, especially after the October conquest of el-Fashir, where the paramilitary Rapid Su»»»

Four years have passed since the events of January 17, 2022, when Houthi militias launched drone and ballistic missile attacks targeting vital civilian facilities in Abu Dhabi. On that day, the UAE’s resolve was displayed in its strongest and most inspiring form, as the nation moved decisively to r»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Backed by generous donors, Qatar Charity (QC) has completed an urgent three-month humanitarian intervention in Yemen, supplying essential medicines, IV fluids, and medical consumables amid a fast spreading cholera outbreak. The project supported 13 health facilities across»»»

CAIRO, Jan 17 (KUNA) -- Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called on Saturday for expediting deployment of an international stability force in the Gaza Strip to monitor the implementation of the ceasefire.Speaking in a joint press conference with his Bosnian peer Elmedin Konakovic following th»»»

On Jan. 17, 1995, a powerful earthquake rocked Kobe, Japan, and the surrounding area, killing about 5,500 people. 1 of 6 | People offer prayers for the victims of the January 17, 1995, Great Hanshin earthquake with candles marking the date during a ceremony January 17, 2025, in Kobe, Japan. File Ph»»»

The concept of Emirati Resolve — a deeply rooted national value embodying determination, strategic foresight, moral responsibility, and steadfast readiness to defend legitimate states and protect regional stability — has long shaped the United Arab Emirates’ approach to security and peace. Resolve »»»

ADEN, Jan 16 (KUNA) -- Chairman of Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Rashad Al-Alimi appointed Shaye Mohsen Al-Zandani as prime minister replacing Salem Saleh bin Braik who resigned his post on Thursday evening.Under a presidential decree, signed by Al-Alimi and carried by Yemen News Agency (S»»»

Houthi supporters protest against Israel in Sana'a, Yemen, on August 29. The Treasury Department levied sanctions on nearly two dozen Houthi individuals and companies Friday. File Photo by Yahya Arhab/EPA Jan. 16 (UPI) -- The Trump administration levied new sanctions on Houthi-run organizations and»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi to discuss the escalation around Iran, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Friday. "On January 16, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a telep»»»

Riyadh: Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater has held meetings in Riyadh with her Saudi and Yemeni counterparts to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation in the education sector. HE Al Khater met Minister of Education of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, HE Youse»»»

The prime minister of Yemen has been replaced by his foreign minister after the premier submitted the government's resignation, the country's Saudi-backed presidential body said. The move comes after weeks of tensions between Gulf allies Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates following a failed »»»