Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State, reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to continue working with regional and international partners to implement a…
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Activists say Israel has intercepted their Gaza aid flotilla near Crete
Activists sailing on dozens of boats attempting to break Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip to deliver aid say Israeli forces intercepted them, detaining the crews while the flotilla was sailing near the Greek island of Crete.
Iran defies Trump’s blockade as oil prices soar
Iran warned the United States on Thursday that its naval blockade was doomed to fail, after President Donald Trump signalled it could be enforced for months to come, in a
German growth beats forecast but energy shock looms
Germany’s struggling economy expanded slightly faster than expected at the start of the year, data showed Thursday, but the positive momentum could be derailed by the Iran war energy shock.
Mirroring Gaza, Israel is destroying towns and villages in southern Lebanon
In southern Lebanon, towns near the border with Israel have been largely destroyed by Israeli demolitions and strikes. Israel says it has been attacking Hezbollah infrastructure, but civilian infrastructure has also been significantly affected.
The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas
The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has arrived in the Venezuelan capital Caracas.
Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries rock Russia
Ukrainian forces have hammered one of Russia’s largest sites in Tuapse, causing oil spills and black rain.
Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years
Press freedom has fallen to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, Reporters Without Borders warned on Thursday.
Ukraine Strikes Deep Inside Russia Amid Talks Of Temporary Cease-Fire
Ukraine has hit an oil facility and industrial site in Russia’s Perm region, roughly 1,500 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, according to Russian officials, as US President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discussed a potential temporary cease-fire aimed at pausing the four-year war in Ukraine.
Who did Israel hit on Lebanon’s ‘Black Wednesday’?
Israel says it targeted Hezbollah, but experts say the evidence proves otherwise.
Colombia climate talks end with hopes raised for fossil fuel phaseout
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Trump promised nomination as some 287 on Nobel Peace Prize list for 2026
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‘If you are visibly Jewish, you’re not safe’ in Britain, says chief rabbi as community reels from stabbing attack
“If you are visibly Jewish, you’re not safe” in Britain, the country’s chief rabbi said Thursday, expressing the anxiety of the British Jewish community after two men were stabbed in a London neighborhood already reeling from several recent antisemitic attacks.
Could China help make Africa a factory for the world?
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The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years is heading to Caracas
The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has departed for the Venezuelan capital Caracas.
Germany faces a fresh Trump threat to cut US troop numbers. The Europeans are used to it.
President Donald Trump has renewed an old threat that the United States could reduce its military presence in Germany, a key NATO ally and the European Union’s largest economy.
Activists say Israeli forces intercepted Gaza aid flotilla near Crete, detaining crews
Activists attempting to break Israel’s maritime blockade of Gaza say Israeli forces have intercepted their flotilla near the southern Greek island of Crete.
Nahyan bin Mubarak witnesses the “With Them in Blue” event
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New York Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-e-Noor Diamond
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he encourages Britain’s King Charles to return the Koh-e-Noor Diamond, with his comments coming during the British…
Pakistan’s PM launches ‘Apna Ghar Scheme’ for low-income citizens
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Nahyan bin Mubarak honors 11 inspiring women leaders within “Women Making Change”
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Dubai Updates 2-year Property Visa Rules
Dubai has updated its property-linked residency visa rules, introducing more flexible eligibility conditions for the two-year investor visa aimed at
‘What began as an opportunity became a home’: An expat’s 21-year life in Dubai
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Sultan Al Jaber: ‘In the UAE, we create the future; we don’t wait for it’
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UAE President hosts Kurdistan Region President in Abu Dhabi talks
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani in Abu Dhabi for talks on UAE-Iraq cooperation and regional stability.
Your smart home could be spying on you, warn Dubai Police
Dubai Police urge residents to secure smart home devices and cameras with strong passwords, updates and safe online habits to prevent hacking and privacy breaches.
What’s changing in the UAE this May and what it means for you
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UAE launches national register to protect modern architectural heritage
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UAE transport and supply chain system remains efficient and steady: Al Mazrouei
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‘DIY Dubai’ – Emirates launches TV gameshow parody video to showcase groundbreaking retrofit programme and luxury inflight experience
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UAE thwarts $15 million weapons transit plot
UAE foils $15 million weapons transit plot to Port Sudan, intercepts illicit arms shipment and refers 13 suspects and six firms to State Security Court.
“W Capital Real Estate Brokerage”: Real estate investor residency amendments enhance Dubai’s competitiveness and open a new wave of demand in the market
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Israel arrests 175 activists from Gaza flotilla off Greek coast
Israel’s army arrested around 175 activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters off Greece, the Israeli foreign ministry and the flotilla’s…
AI tool helps detect pancreatic cancer up to three years before diagnosis, study finds
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UAE: Eid Al Adha holiday, mid-term break from May 25 to 29 for schools
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President Sheikh Mohamed meets leader of Iraqi Kurdistan region
UAE leader and Nechirvan Barzani discuss efforts to strengthen ties during Abu Dhabi talks
Dubai removes minimum property value requirement for sole owners seeking two-year residency visa: What it mean
Dubai eases rules for its two-year property-linked residency visa, removing the minimum value for sole owners and revising co-owner thresholds amid market slowd
Dubai gold prices drop again, 24K now down Dh41 from April peak
Dubai gold prices drop again, with 24K now Dh41 below April peak, offering jewellery buyers and investors a cheaper entry point after weeks of record highs.
UAE, Kurdistan leaders discuss regional issues
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. During the meeting, the…
America’s naval blockade doomed to fail, says Iran President Pezeshkian
Iran warned the United States on Thursday that its naval blockade was doomed to fail, after President Donald Trump signalled it could be enforced for months…
UAE warns against phone scams, fake websites impersonating ICP logo
Beware fake calls and websites impersonating UAE ICP. Authorities urge residents not to share OTPs and to use only the official app and verified website.
Dubai Health marks research milestone with global impact
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The Head of State receives the President of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region
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Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil soaring
Stay tuned to Khaleej Times as we bring you the latest on the US-Iran-Israel war, the holding ceasefire and other updates.
Dubai Unveils ‘New’ Visa Rules
Dubai has eased its residency visa rules for property investors, removing a long-standing minimum investment requirement for single-property buyers in a
MoI, MoE host virtual forum to safeguard children, youth
The Ministry of Interior (MoI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education (MoE), organised a virtual forum under the “Nafea” community and national…
UAE President receives President of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region
Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. During the meeti
Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil prices soaring
President Donald Trump said a US naval blockade against Iran could last months, leading oil prices to spike to their highest level in more than four years,…
Sharjah Police call for stronger coordination
Sharjah Police convened their cross-departmental coordination team for the second time this year to advance work on the Sharjah Healthy Emirate Programme. The…








