Dubai

Gulf states pay the price as shipping crisis exposes costly dependence on the Strait of Hormuz

"A lot of the necessities, and I'm talking food, that these Gulf nations require - Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia - comes in by boat," and flying in goods is causing prices to rise.

The sun sets behind the Doha skyline on August 4, 2026.
An Air Canada Airbus A319 departs from Harry Reid International Airport en route to Toronto with the High Roller Ferris wheel in the background on March 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Air Canada extends flight suspensions to Tel Aviv and Dubai through mid-January 2027

 The bear market in crypto erased $2 trillion in market value and led to several bankruptcies among crypto firms like Celsius, Voyager Digital and Three Arrows Capital, among others.

US targets UAE-based crypto exchange over alleged Iran sanctions evasion scheme

FILE PHOTO: A general view of the Dubai skyline, with Burj Khalifa visible in the center, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in United Arab Emirates, March 6, 2026.

Dubai denies reports of explosions as Iran claims US struck in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island


A brighter future - opinion

Are we going to eliminate the hostilities, pain, and suspicion of the past? Of course not. But, it is a beginning – and a beginning with and for those who have the most at stake – our children.

 WITHIN THE darkness of the discussions there also emerge glimmers of consolation and hope.

Dubai's Arab Health 2024 attracts Israelis

For those of us living in Israel, the Arab Health show is just one example of how, in spite of the challenges Israel is facing, the world business community remains interested in what we do here.

 SETH VOGELMAN (sixth from left) poses with members of the State of Illinois delegation at Arab Health 2024

Israeli climate tech: Another victim of Hamas's October 7 massacre - opinion

Many of those who planned on participating at COP28 joined their compatriots and went to serve in the IDF to protect their country. But for other Israelis, COP28 was simply not a safe place to be. 

 People talk at the venue, as draft of COP28 deal is negotiated at the same time, during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 12, 2023.

Powered by immigrants, Dubai's housing market continues to surge

Digital nomads from North America and Europe attracted by the UAE's flexible work visa are following on the heels of a wave of Russian buyers, leading Dubai to notch up another banner year.

 A general view of Dubai Downtown showing world's tallest building Burj Al Khalifa, in Dubai United Arab Emirates, December 31, 2022.

Israel strives for climate solutions in Dubai as war rages in Israel

“Israel can and must be part of the global dialogue and the worldwide struggle against the climate crisis,” said Environmental Protection Ministry Director-General Guy Samet.

Israel opens small pavilion on Monday

Why does Kanye West's partner, Bianca Censori, stick with him despite warnings?

The architect posted another strange video of herself walking through the streets of Dubai.

 Kanye West attends the Cincinnati Bengals game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium earlier this year. (Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)

Israeli delegation heads to COP28 amid war with index of climate goals

"The climate crisis does not disappear even in these complex days when Israel is fighting on the battlefield," said Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman.

 'Cop28 UAE' logo is displayed on the screen during the opening ceremony of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) under the theme of 'United on Climate Action Toward COP28', in Abu Dhabi

Herzog to attend COP28, deliver national statement

According to the official schedule, the president is meant to deliver the country’s national statement on Friday between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. before heading back to Israel. 

 Israel's President Isaac Herzog.

Israel weapons makers leave stands empty at Dubai Airshow

Israeli companies have only openly participated in UAE exhibitions and conferences since 2020, when the Gulf Arab power and Israel established ties under a US-brokered agreement.

 People walk past the Israeli display during the Dubai Air Show in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, November 14, 2021.

Abraham Accords Anniversary: A wave of business for the new Middle East

Ahmed Bin Sulayem: "The Abraham Accords also unleashed a wave of business opportunities, positioning the UAE as a gateway for Israeli enterprises to access global markets."

 The Museum of the Future in Dubai