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Israel joins Pax Silica Initiative, US-led coalition aimed at fortifying global AI industry
The director of Israel’s National Economic Council, Avi Simhon, called Israel’s participation in Pax Silica “a badge of honor for the State of Israel and the Israeli high-tech industry.”
UAE-backed forces seize South Yemen oil belt, reshaping war and Gulf power balance - analysis
Doha Forum draws world leaders, but Gaza war puts negative spotlight on Qatar - analysis
UAE celebrates its 54th anniversary as it presses for ceasefire progress, Gaza plan - analysis
Abrahamic programs promote coexistence, from US university campuses to the Middle East - analysis
The Abraham Accords have been tested over the past two years but remain intact, and there are signs they are growing.
UAE rulers order release of thousands of inmates ahead of union day
UAE leaders have ordered the release of thousands of inmates ahead of Union Day, with multiple emirates issuing coordinated pardons for prisoners who met conduct and time-served criteria.
UAE cargo plane lands at Ben-Gurion Airport carrying US military trucks - KAN
The plane with the trucks and military equipment later returned to the UAE after a short stopover in Georgia, the report added.
Iran's IRGC smuggled over $1 billion to Hezbollah through Dubai since January, US says - WSJ
In addition to Dubai, the US is reportedly worried that funds are being smuggled to Hezbollah through Turkey and Iraq.
Gulf States chase ‘sovereign AI’ while still plugged into American hardware
“AI is a state of sovereignty,” UAE Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri said. “You spend budgets on defense, on cyber, you have to spend on AI."
US presented plan to end Sudan war but warring parties have not accepted, Trump adviser says
The comments came from Massad Boulos, the US president's adviser for African and Arab Affairs, at a media briefing in Abu Dhabi.
US's Muslim Brotherhood ban could cripple global Islamist networks, says expert - interview
"If you ban the ideology, it's like suffocating, it's like cutting oxygen from all the factions that are aligning with this ideology or working within the ecosystem," said Dalia Ziada
Emirates to resume Israel flights in early 2026 - KAN
Dubai carrier Emirates aims to restart Tel Aviv, Dubai flights in early 2026, though no Ben-Gurion slots or ticket sales are confirmed yet.
Canada PM, UAE president meet in Abu Dhabi, discuss Gaza
The two leaders affirmed a shared commitment to a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace based on the two-state solution.
UAE approves new $9.9 billion fund to encourage foreign investment, Dubai Sheikh announces
"We want the world to know, the United Arab Emirates welcomes you, and it will provide the best environment for your investments," said Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Iran's hijacking of Singapore-bound oil tanker a 'blatant violation of int'l law' - CENTCOM
The tanker had been sailing off the coast of the United Arab Emirates and was carrying a cargo of high-sulfur gasoil through the Indian Ocean en route to Singapore.
