United Arab Emirates

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

Emirati team to enter northern Gaza to check feasibility of new hospital

The Emirati request required that the team, arriving by boat, receive precedence in entry to the Ashdod Port, as well as an exemption for customs payments.

Israel, UAE, WHO evacuate Palestinian patients from Gaza for medical treatment abroad

The evacuated patients suffered from various severe conditions including cancer, neurological issues and cardiac diseases. They were accompanied by 63 family members and caregivers.

Netanyahu's top diplomatic emissary exploring proposals for post-war Gaza with US, UAE

The participants reportedly held talks in Abu Dhabi last week hosted by Emirati Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan, the op-ed said, and included Israeli and American officials.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards intercepted an UAE-managed tanker

Ambrey stated that the incident is unlikely to be politically motivated and likely a counter-smuggling operation.

By REUTERS
22/07/2024

UAE deports graduate who yelled 'Free Palestine' as he received his diploma

Only days after yelling "Free Palestine" at the ceremony while dressed in a Palestinian black-and-white keffiyeh scarf, witnesses cited by the Associated Press said the graduate was deported. 

UAE behind successful prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia

The UAE has facilitated at least five similar prisoner swaps between Russia and Ukraine, the last being in late May of this year.  

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
26/06/2024
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