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- 1UAE pledges additional $25 billion investment in India, targeting energyโUAE to invest another $25 billion in India, eyes energy bets
The United Arab Emirates will invest an additional $25 billion in India, with a focus on the energy sector, according to the Economic Times. The pledge builds on previous commitments and signals deepening economic ties between the two countries as India seeks foreign capital to fund its energy transition and growing power needs.
- 2Netanyahu makes secret weekend trip to meet Emirati leader in Abu DhabiโNetanyahu meets Emirati leader in a secret weekend trip to Abu Dhabi, and other Mideast developments
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled to Abu Dhabi over the weekend for a previously undisclosed meeting with the Emirati leadership, according to a report from the region. The visit marks another sign of deepening ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, and comes alongside a series of other notable developments across the Middle East. Details about what was discussed during the trip have not been made public.
- 3US-Saudi nuclear deal may allow uranium enrichmentโThe U.S. just signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could let the kingdom enrich its own uranium, skipping the "g
The United States has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia that could permit the kingdom to enrich its own uranium, dropping the so-called gold standard safeguards Washington required of the UAE in 2009. Lawmakers from both parties are raising alarms about the deal, warning it could weaken non-proliferation norms and destabilise an already volatile region.
- 4Ex-Mossad official says unaware of Egypt, UAE October 7 warningsโผFormer Mossad official says he does not know about Egypt, UAE October 7 warnings
A former Mossad official has said he has no knowledge of reports that Egypt and the United Arab Emirates warned Israel ahead of the October 7 Hamas attack. The claim adds to an ongoing debate inside Israel over whether intelligence warnings were received and ignored before the assault, one of the deadliest days in the country's history.
- 5Netanyahu and MbZ meeting focused on IranโNetanyahu-MBZ meeting focused on Iran, leaders spoke on phone prior to trip
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed, with Iran topping the agenda. The two leaders spoke by phone before the trip, and the meeting is being read as a continuation of deepening Israel-UAE ties following the Abraham Accords, with regional security and the Iranian threat at the centre of discussions.
- 6UAE Accused of Profiting from Sudan's DevastationโผThe United Arab Emirates Is Devastating Sudan for Profit
Commentary published by Jacobin accuses the United Arab Emirates of devastating Sudan for profit, arguing the Gulf state is exploiting the country's civil war to advance its commercial and strategic interests. The piece is circulating across news aggregators, drawing attention to allegations that outside powers are prolonging Sudan's conflict and deepening the humanitarian catastrophe for economic gain.
- 7Netanyahu reportedly made secret visit to UAE on SundayโNetanyahu made a secret visit to the UAE on Sunday, source says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled to the United Arab Emirates on a secret visit on Sunday, according to a source cited by news outlets. Details of the trip, including who he met and what was discussed, have not been officially confirmed, and neither government has publicly commented on the reported visit.
- 8India exploring UAE as key LNG and LPG source, says GoyalโINDIA EXPLORING POSSIBILITY OF UAE AS KEY LNG, LPG SOURCE SAY GOYAL
India is exploring the possibility of making the United Arab Emirates a key source of liquefied natural gas and LPG, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. The remarks signal New Delhi's interest in deepening energy ties with the Gulf state amid growing import needs. Further details on talks or timelines were not given.
- 9Carney investment summit welcomes UAE investors despite Sudan arms concernsโPM Carney's ๐จ๐ฆ investment summit hosted investors from the United Arab Emirates, despite the country's role in providing
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's investment summit hosted investors from the United Arab Emirates, drawing criticism because the UAE is accused of supplying weapons, logistics, training and foreign personnel to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary group blamed by numerous human rights organisations for widespread atrocities in Sudan's war. Critics question why Ottawa is courting Emirati capital while such allegations remain unresolved.
- 10India face Afghanistan in Asian Games cricket quarter-finalโผIndia vs Afghanistan Asian Games quarter-final start time: Full match timings including IST, USA, Australia, UAE and UK time zones
India are set to play Afghanistan in the Asian Games cricket quarter-final, with match timings published for viewers across India, the USA, Australia, the UAE and the UK. Interest focuses on when the game starts in Indian Standard Time and other major time zones, as fans look to follow the knockout clash live.
- 11Ethiopia acquires Chinese FK-2000 air defence systemsโผEthiopia Gets Chinese Pantsir Clone FK-2000 Despite Having Six Real Ones, UAE May Be Middleman
Ethiopia has taken delivery of Chinese-made FK-2000 air defence systems, a mobile short-range platform widely seen as comparable to Russia's Pantsir. Reports note the acquisition is notable because Ethiopia already operates six Russian Pantsir-S1 units, raising questions about why it would buy a similar Chinese system. The United Arab Emirates is reported as a possible intermediary in the deal. Observers suggest Ethiopia may be diversifying suppliers or hedging against Russian supply disruptions.
- 12Amna Almheiri Highlights AI and Ocean Innovation in UAE-Rhode Island TiesโFrom AI to the Ocean: Amna Almheiri Charts New Frontiers for UAE-Rhode Island Innovation
Amna Almheiri is drawing attention for her work connecting the UAE and the US state of Rhode Island, with a focus spanning artificial intelligence and ocean-related innovation. The story, circulated via the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, frames her efforts as opening new avenues of collaboration between the emirates and Rhode Island in emerging technology and marine sectors.