US-Iran war: 5 things UAE residents need to know today
Oil tops $100 as Red Sea, Hormuz disruptions threaten trade and energy flows The Middle East conflict is putting renewed pressure on two of the world’s most important shipping routes, while fresh fighting in Yemen and attacks on Saudi Arabia are raising concerns that the war could spread further. F»»»
Emirates’ move to new passenger terminal at DWC on track for 2032
Kazim says DWC shift will happen in phases, with cargo and Dubai South's 2032 target Dubai: Emirates' move to the Dubai’s new passenger terminal at Dubai World Central (DWC) is progressing in phases, with Dubai South's investment on track for a 2032 target, the airline's Deputy President and Chief »»»
Saudi crown prince lands in Egypt to meet Sisi
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrived in Cairo on Tuesday ahead of meetings with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Egyptian state-linked media said, as the kingdom reels from strikes by Yemen's Houthis. The Saudi de facto ruler "arrived in Egypt on an official visit", reported Al-Qa»»»
Egypt’s passenger traffic growth to exceed global average through 2050: IATA Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Passenger traffic growth in Egypt is expected to exceed the global average, ranging between 3.4% and 3.8% over the 2024–2050 period, the Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC) said, citing the International Air Transport Association (IATA). According to OAG, a global travel da»»»
Emaar Misr signs EGP 14B contracts with Rowad, Innovo for Marassi Red Sea Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Real estate developer Emaar Misr has signed two construction contracts totaling EGP 14 billion with Rowad Modern Engineering and Innovo Group for the Infinity Beach and Island Living projects at Marassi Red Sea, as per an emailed press release. The agreements bring the total value of »»»
Egypt and Germany stress need for greater regional de-escalation efforts
Cairo: Top diplomats of Egypt and Germany stressed the need to step up efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region, as well as the importance of safeguarding maritime security in the Red Sea and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of international trade in accordance with international law and the UN»»»
Three killed and 11 injured as bus catches fire after collision in Egypt
Bus collides with truck on Cairo-Ismailia desert road before bursting into flames Dubai: Three people were killed and 11 others injured on Tuesday morning when a bus collided with a truck on Egypt’s Cairo-Ismailia desert road before catching fire, local authorities said. The crash occurred near the»»»
Rachel shocks ElSherbini for biggest career win in Doha
Doha, Qatar: England’s Rachel Arnold yesterday sealed the biggest win of her career, overcoming eight-time World Champion Nour ElSherbini of Egypt, coming from a game down to book her spot in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Qatar Classic in Doha. The Malaysian World No.26 lost the first game but fou»»»
Qatar attends Arab Prosecutors Association meeting
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar participated in the sixth meeting of the Arab Public Prosecutors Association, held in the city of El Alamein in the Arab Republic of Egypt. The participation marked the first involvement of Qatar’s Public Prosecution after it joined the membership of the Arab Public »»»
Qatar takes part in Association of Arab Public Prosecutors meet in Egypt
Tribune News Network Al-Alamein, Egypt The Public Prosecution participated in the 6th meeting of the Association of Arab Public Prosecutors, held in the city of Al-Alamein, Egypt. This marks the Public Prosecution of Qatar’s first participation since joining the association, a move that reflects th»»»
Indian passport travel alert: 25 visa-free destinations, up to 180 days + 40 offering visa on arrival
From Fiji to Vanuatu, Indians get up to 180 days in 25 visa-free destinations Dubai: Indian passport holders can travel to 25 destinations without a visa in advance, while 40 countries offer visa on arrival, according to the latest September 2026 Passport Reports ranking. The Indian passport ranks »»»
Houthis and Saudi Arabia renew fighting, Iran denies any interference
Saudi Arabia launched dozens of airstrikes on western Yemen on Monday after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked military facilities in the kingdom. The renewed fighting around the Red Sea comes as the wider US-Iran war threatens vital shipping routes across the region. Yemen's Houthis said on Monday»»»
Qatar participates in 6th meeting of Arab Association for Prosecutors in Egypt
Cairo: The State of Qatar, represented by the Public Prosecution, participated in the sixth meeting of the Arab Association for Prosecutors, held in New Alamein City in the Arab Republic of Egypt. The Public Prosecution delegation to the meeting was headed by First Attorney General and Director of »»»
UAE-Egypt ties: Abdullah bin Zayed, Egyptian FM discuss regional developments
Top UAE, Egyptian diplomats review efforts to bolster regional security, stability Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed developments in the region and ways to strengthen efforts aimed at consolidating regional security and stability d»»»
Cairo seeks closer ASEAN ties as diplomacy focuses on Hormuz, Red Sea, and Sudan
Cairo is seeking to upgrade its relationship with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to “sectoral dialogue partner” status, as Egyptian diplomacy also focuses on escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea and Yemen, as well as efforts to end the conflict in Sudan. »»»
Opinion | Wait of the Union: West Bank roads expand while EU stalls on Palestinian statehood
Europe increasingly recognises Palestinian statehood as a political objective while watching the territory required for it being steadily eroded. European governments oppose settlement expansion, settler attacks, land confiscation and the E1 project; a growing number have recognised the State of Pa»»»
Egypt seeks strategic partnerships with global companies to boost manufacturing capabilities
Egypt’s Minister of State for Military Production Salah Gamblat said the ministry is committed to implementing President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi’s directives to strengthen international cooperation, expand partnerships with global companies, and benefit from advanced expertise and technologies to deve»»»
Can Pakistan and Africa Triple Bilateral Trade to $15 Billion by 2030? Expert Weighs In
The Pakistan-Africa Economic Council has been launched in Islamabad, opening a new chapter in economic engagement between the two sides. Pakistan and African countries have once again reaffirmed their determination to increase bilateral trade to $15 billion by 2030 and to diversify economic and tra»»»
11 suffer breathing problems after ammonia gas leak at Aqaba industrial complex
Authorities contain leak as southern port is evacuated as a precaution Dubai: Eleven people suffered breathing difficulties after an ammonia gas leak at an industrial complex in Jordan’s Red Sea port city of Aqaba on Monday, state television reported, adding that authorities had brought the leak un»»»
Egypt, Thailand explore advancing economic, investment, and trade ties
Xiengyod - Wikimedia Commons Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Hussein Issa affirmed the Egyptian government’s keenness to develop cooperation with Thailand across various sectors, especially economic, industrial, educational, and cultural fields, noting that the state prioritizes attracti»»»
Incubator shortages, premature births strain Gaza’s hospitals
Gaza’s youngest already face an extremely precarious entry into the world Khan Younis: As monitors beep and doctors consult near them, two tiny newborns lie silently side-by-side, sharing a single incubator in a southern Gaza hospital running short on space and supplies. Gaza’s youngest already fac»»»
Israeli Media: Saudi Arabia Turns to ‘Israel’ for Help in Yemen as Riyadh’s Campaign Unravels
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has appealed to regional governments and indirectly to “Israel” for assistance as Saudi-backed forces suffer major battlefield setbacks, Israel Hayom reports, citing diplomatic officials in the region. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has appealed to governmen»»»
Russia's New Dan-T Drone Launched Hundreds of Times During Operation in Ukraine - Rostec
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hundreds of combat launches of Russia's new Dan-T drone have already been carried out during the special military operation, and the munition is demonstrating high effectiveness, Bekkhan Ozdoev, the industrial director of the armaments, ammunition, and special chemicals cluster a»»»
Xi puts China into the Middle East security equation
Shortly after Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi bid farewell to Chinese President Xi Jinping at Cairo Airport on 2 September, he called Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The timing and substance of the call were significant. They discussed regional security and coordination between Cair»»»
Mendy bids farewell to national team as Senegalese keeper announces international football retirement
Paris, France: Edouard Mendy, 34, the Senegal national team goalkeeper, announced through his social media handles his retirement from international football on Sunday. "Jerejef (Thank you) Senegal," Mendy posted in Wolof, the principle language of the country, above a video montage showing his gre»»»