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- 1Saudi Arabia refuses to rule out nuclear weapons▼Saudi Arabia has not ruled out nuclear weapons: report
Saudi Arabia has declined to rule out acquiring nuclear weapons, according to a new report picked up by outlets including The New Arab and Fox News. The kingdom has long hinted it could pursue nuclear capability if regional rival Iran obtains a bomb, and the latest comments add to concerns about proliferation in the Middle East as tensions over Iran's nuclear programme continue.
- 2UAE gives $10 million for Ebola response as Uganda travel ban ends▼UAE allocates $10 million to tackle Ebola outbreak as it lifts Uganda travel restrictions
The United Arab Emirates has pledged $10 million to help contain the Ebola outbreak in Uganda while simultaneously lifting travel restrictions it had imposed on the country. The funding will support efforts to bring the outbreak under control, and the move to resume travel signals growing confidence that the situation is being managed.
- 3UAE Opens UN Crime Congress, Launches Pledge4Justice Fund▼UAE Opens 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice and Launches Pledge4Justice with First Pledge of Up to USD 5 Million
The United Arab Emirates has opened the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, hosting the global gathering alongside the launch of a new initiative called Pledge4Justice. The UAE announced the first pledge of up to USD 5 million to support the campaign. Reports from multiple outlets note the congress brings international attention to crime prevention and justice cooperation.
- 4Massive Attack member arrested at Gaza protest▼Massive Attack member arrested over Gaza, anti-genocide protest
A member of the British trip-hop group Massive Attack has been arrested in connection with a protest against the war in Gaza and alleged genocide. The New Arab reported the arrest. Details about the individual's identity, the circumstances of the arrest, and any charges have not yet been made clear.