UN names and shames firms tied to Israeli settlements
The UN blacklists 68 more firms over Israeli settlement ties, warning that unchecked expansion and occupation threaten to extinguish hopes for a
Dubai tops global FinTech rankings
Dubai ranked among top four global FinTech hubs as DIFC drives innovation, investment, and talent growth, reaffirming the emirate’s role as a
UAE leads BRICS digital trade push
UAE has showcased expertise in special economic zones at BRICS Dialogue 2025, highlighting strategic digital trade role, global connectivity, FDI growth, and
Gulf powers inject $89m to stabilise Syria
Saudi Arabia and Qatar pledge $89 million to Syria, supporting public sector employees, essential services, and long-term recovery amid humanitarian crises and
UAE hosts youth dialogue at UNGA80
UAE hosts Youth Dialogue at UNGA80, empowering global young leaders to shape climate, peace, digital equity, and education policies while strengthening inclusion
Abbas: Hamas has not future role in Gaza
PA President Mahmoud Abbas stated that Hamas does not represent the Palestinian people, calling for the release of all hostages and urging
Blair to run transitional Gaza authority?
While Sir Tony Blair’s office has stated he would not endorse any plan that displaces Gazans, his involvement in these discussions is
Qatar Emir blasts Israel at UN
At the UN, Qatar’s Emir said Israel’s “treacherous” strike derailed Gaza truce talks, condemned the attack as “state terrorism”, and branded Israel
Trump, Erdogan Discuss F-35s, Russian Oil
Turkish leader’s first White House visit in six years signals reset in ties, but Russian oil and Gaza remain flashpoints Seated together
India and UAE: Beyond Oil, Towards a New Economic Compact
By Soniya Kirpalani Shri Piyush Goyal’s recent two-day whirlwind visit to the United Arab Emirates was not just another trade mission. It