United Arab Emirates

PMO Director-General Yossi Shelley appointed Israeli ambassador to UAE

Shelley is replacing Amir Hayek, who has been serving in the position since it was created on October 11, 2021; Yair Lapid appointed him during the brief Bennett-Lapid government.

Eitan Neishlos and Amjad Taha lead advocacy mission across Australia

Jewish businessman Eitan Neishlos and Arab strategist Amjad Taha tour Australia to inspire unity in challenging times.

Tehran warns Gulf states: Aiding Israel against Iran will provoke response

An Iranian official told Reuters that "Iran made it clear that any action by a Persian Gulf country against Tehran" would be responded to accordingly.

By REUTERS
08/10/2024

flyDubai is expanding its operations in Israel

flydubai, part of Emirates group, to increase operations in Israel with 8 daily flights on Dubai-Tel Aviv route from September 20, following 7 daily flights earlier in the month.

By MEITAL SHARABI
16/09/2024

UAE does not plan to re-open F-35 fighter jet talks with US, UAE official says

UAE official: "Technical requirements, sovereign operational restrictions, and cost/benefit analysis led to the reassessment at that time, and those considerations underpin our ongoing position."

By REUTERS
14/09/2024

UAE's FM says country will not support day-after Gaza plan without creating Palestinian state

His comments come as the region grapples with the aftermath of the conflict in Gaza and reflects the UAE's broader regional diplomatic efforts.

14/09/2024

UAE looks to China’s ‘Belt and Road’ initiative for future endeavors

The UAE, like many countries, has trade with China – but that isn’t a zero-sum game in terms of ties to the West.

UAE accepts Taliban diplomat as Afghan ambassador

Taliban appointees are running diplomatic missions in several countries, including in neighboring Pakistan.

By REUTERS
23/08/2024

Last video of Ismail Haniyeh sparks theories of tracking device and UAE involvement

A video showing a man in white near Ismail Haniyeh has sparked conspiracy theories about the UAE's role in his assassination, fueling regional tensions.

Egyptian expert says UAE sees itself as ‘USA of the Arab world,’ backs Emirates peacekeeping force

A UAE diplomat proposes a peacekeeping initiative in Gaza to foster stability, strengthen a deradicalized PA, and pave the way for Arab-Israeli cooperation in postwar reconstruction.

By NATHAN KLABIN/THE MEDIA LINE
04/08/2024
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