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Israel’s war cabinet met on Monday to discuss their response to the unprecedented attack by Iran on Saturday – in which more than 300 missiles and drones were launched. Israel has not confirmed what they have decided to do.

The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, has made a significant announcement by appointing Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al Sabah as the country’s new…

Early in Asian trading, oil prices experienced a decline following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Israel during the weekend. Despite this, Brent crude, a crucial global oil price benchmark, remained lower but hovered around $90 per barrel on Monday morning.

The UN chief has warned that it is time to “step back from the brink” after Iran attacked Israel late on Saturday. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told the UN Security Council that people in the Middle East face the danger of a devastating full-scale conflict.

The US has told Israel it will not participate in any retaliatory strikes on Iran, according to senior administration officials. Over 300 drones and missiles were fired at Israel overnight, which Iran said was in response to the strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria. 

Booms and air raid sirens sounded across Israel early Sunday after Iran launched hundreds of drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles in an unprecedented revenge mission that pushed the Middle East closer to a region wide war. A military spokesman said the launches numbered more than 300 but 99% of them were intercepted.

Iranians were torn between a fear of war and pride at Iran’s military capabilities, after Tehran’s unprecedented attack on Israel in retaliation for the deadly strike on its Damascus consulate.

Israel celebrated a major victory on Sunday as it successfully defended itself against an unprecedented attack by Iran. The country’s air defenses, along with the…

Rights groups and Palestinian individuals are taking legal action against Germany and France over their arms exports to Israel, citing concerns about the use of…

Belgian intelligence claims that Russia has been paying members of the European Parliament to expand its influence network, sparking concerns of interference in the upcoming…

The American President has promised “ironclad” support to Israel in the wake of threats from Tehran following an Israeli attack in Damascus that resulted in…

The recent tragedy of Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas political bureau chief, losing three of his sons and at least four grandchildren in an Israeli airstrike has…

The UAE is bracing for unstable weather conditions in the coming days, as the National Center of Meteorology has issued a warning. A low surface…

Joe Biden has promised Israel his country’s “ironclad” support amid concerns Tehran could launch an attack, in response to a deadly Israeli strike that killed senior Iranians.

Israeli strikes hit Gaza on Wednesday as Muslims marked the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, adding to the devastation in the region.…

Joe Biden has said he believes Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu is making a “mistake” in his handling of Gaza. “I think what he’s doing is a mistake. I don’t agree with his approach,” he said in an interview.

Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed he has set a date for a military offensive into Rafah, despite concerns that it will lead to even more civilian deaths. The southern city of Rafah is currently home to more than a million Palestinians who are sheltering there after being forced to flee. Roughly 1.5 million civilians are sheltering in tents and overcrowded camps.

Penny Wong, Australia’s foreign minister, has suggested the country could recognise Palestinian statehood, to increase momentum towards peace. However, Hamas could have no role in its governance, Wong said.

Muslims around the world are gearing up to celebrate Eid al-Fitr this week, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. This year, a…

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The National Center of Meteorology has released the weather forecast for the upcoming Eid al-Fitr holiday period, and it looks like residents and visitors in the UAE can expect a mix of warm days and cool nights.

Israel has announced the entry of more than 300 aid trucks into Gaza, marking the highest daily volume since the start of its war on the besieged territory six months ago. However, this delivery still falls far short of the minimum requirement set by the United Nations to stave off the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Israel has said its military is prepared for any Iranian threat, following Monday’s attack on an Iranian consulate in Damascus. Iran says seven Revolutionary Guard officers were killed in the attack, which Israel is largely believed to be behind.

Israel has approved opening two humanitarian aid routes into Gaza following a strike on a food charity – which killed 7 aid workers, including three British ex-servicemen. Since the attack on the World Central Kitchen (WCK) charities have been pausing aid going into the territory due to concerns over staff safety.

The Hamas-run military has said the number of people killed in Gaza since 7 October has risen to 33,037.  The toll includes 62 deaths in the last 24 hours. 

The number of people injured since 7 October now stands at 75,668 the ministry statement adds.