Abu Dhabi to Host Largest Russian Festival at Yas Bay Waterfront

More than 100 chemical weapons sites are suspected in Syria, left behind after Bashar al-Assad's fall, as the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons aims to assess the remnants of his military program. The weapons include sarin and chlorine gas used against rebels and civilians during the civil war, posing a danger of falling into militant hands. Despite promises to comply with international law, concerns remain over securing the sites and collecting evidence of...

Dubai’s real estate market in Q1 2025 saw a total transaction value of AED114.08bn ($31.1bn), a 29.19% increase from 2024, fueled by 42,269 transactions and a notable rise in both off-plan and ready properties. Rental market also surged with average rents per square foot increasing by 14%, led by Dubai South and Al Furjan. Market projections indicate a 5% to 10% property price increase in 2025, driven by the delivery of 72,365 residential units, reflecting...

The United States has implemented reciprocal tariffs targeting countries with large trade surpluses, with the UAE being relatively insulated due to a balanced trade relationship and exemptions for key exports like oil and gas. In the short term, the UAE's diversified economy and strong infrastructure position it well against the impact of these tariffs, while in the long term, the country could benefit from becoming a regional trade hub amidst global trade tensions. Despite potential...

Senior Lebanese officials, including President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, held positive talks with US deputy special envoy Morgan Ortagus focusing on south Lebanon amid a fragile truce between Israel and Hezbollah. Discussions centered on the international monitoring committee overseeing the ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, and the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701. Economic reforms, combatting corruption, and the need to reach an agreement with the International Monetary Fund were...

In Washington, Mr. Moustafa and Syrian relatives met with officials from the National Security Council, State Department, and Capitol Hill, with the State Department confirming a meeting took place. Maissa Kabbani, a Syrian Muslim, joined a Jewish delegation to Syria to showcase commitment to pluralism, with the Syrian Foreign Ministry providing support. Lawmakers like Rep. Joe Wilson and Sen. Elizabeth Warren are advocating for easing sanctions on Syria, citing the need to support the Syrian...

Meydan Racecourse will host the 29th Dubai World Cup 2025, with 102 horses from 13 countries competing in nine races with a total prize pool of $30.5m, including $12m for the main race, the Dubai World Cup. The main race, sponsored by Emirates Airline, will feature 11 elite thoroughbred horses, including top contenders Forever Young and Ushba Tesoro, competing over a distance of 2000m. The evening will kick off with the Dubai Kahayla Classic for...