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11 Nov 2026

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Gulf News · UAE · 16 hours ago

Iran urges US to meet Hormuz demands as Trump sees 'momentum' to end war

Iran on Tuesday urged the United States to meet its demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump spoke of "positive momentum" towards ending their eight-month war.Qatar and Pakistan are leading diplomatic efforts to resolve the Middle East war, which broke out with US-Israeli strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in late February.Tehran has said it could reopen Hormuz, the vital global energy…

The National · UAE · 16 hours ago

European ministers cautious over Strait of Hormuz after G7 briefings

European G7 foreign ministers could not rule out a new escalation in the Strait of Hormuz after summit talks on Tuesday in which US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly called the Iranian leadership “lunatics”.Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman debriefed ministers in Paris after he made an unscheduled stop on Tuesday on his way back from Washington, where he had met US President Donald Trump. Qatar is…

Arab News · Saudi Arabia · 16 hours ago

This time, Netanyahu’s political demise may be real

Commentators have declared Benjamin Netanyahu to be finished many times over the past two decades and yet he has always made a comeback. This time, the calculus could be different. In the space of a week, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister suffered two electoral blows. At home, his bloc won 53 seats in the 120-seat Knesset and lost its majority, while in the US, the Republican Party he bet on suffered a sweeping midterm defeat. With no…

Gulf News · UAE · 16 hours ago

Iran says two oil tankers on fire in Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Tuesday that two oil tankers were on fire in the Strait of Hormuz, where the country regularly targets ships that transit without its authorisation.Since the outbreak of the Middle East war in late February, Tehran has heavily restricted traffic through the strategic waterway, insisting vessels use routes authorised by the Islamic republic.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply…

Khaleej Times · UAE · 16 hours ago

UAE plans more family-friendly public spaces, services and government policies

The UAE is looking to create more family-friendly public spaces, improve access to essential services and strengthen support for families as part of efforts to encourage family growth and long-term stability under the National Family Growth Agenda 2031.These priorities were outlined during the Community Sector Session held as part of the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2026 on Tuesday, November 10. The session was jointly organised by the…

The National · UAE · 16 hours ago

Turkey shuns Israel at Cop31 climate summit

Turkey did not invite Israel’s leaders to participate in the Cop31 climate summit, citing the mass killings of Palestinians in Gaza as the reason for its refusal, the minister running the talks has said. “As the host country for the leaders’ summit, we did not send an invitation to Israel,” Cop31 President Murat Kurum, who is also Turkey's Minister of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change, told Turkish media.“Of course, we will discuss…

Arab News · Saudi Arabia · 16 hours ago

Ever-closer relations with the EU back on UK agenda

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his politics might not be to everyone’s taste but, whatever one thinks of him, in his short time in office he has demonstrated a combination of boldness, vision and political astuteness. Nowhere is this more evident than in his determination to put relations with the EU back at the heart of his foreign policy agenda. At first glance, this might look like political suicide. A decade after the British people…

Khaleej Times · UAE · 16 hours ago

Made in Russia helps Russian food innovation reach the UAE: The story of TUNNER

Russia and the UAE are building closer business ties, and the Made in Russia national brand has become one of the most visible bridges between the two countries. The UAE has entered the top 10 of Russia's trading partners: in 2025, bilateral goods trade exceeded $12 billion, setting a new historic high. Behind these figures are real companies, from builders and engineers to food producers, who are looking for reliable partners across the Gulf.…

Gulf News · UAE · 16 hours ago

This tiny 8K camera captures everything around you, and lets you choose the best shot later

The Insta360 X4 Air Starter Bundle could change how you film your next holiday, desert adventure or family outing. Instead of deciding exactly where to point the camera, its 8K 360-degree recording captures the surroundings and lets you select your favourite angles afterwards. For UAE travellers and content creators heading into the cooler outdoor season, that flexibility makes it a compelling alternative to conventional smartphone filming.…

Arab News · Saudi Arabia · 17 hours ago

Put the ocean at the center of COP31

For more than 30 years, Pacific island countries have issued the same warning at the annual UN climate change conference: the warming ocean threatens not just food and energy security but global survival itself. And almost every year, our warning has been treated as a regional problem, a challenge confined to remote small islands and thus not warranting more than lip service from international leaders. I wish I could say we were wrong. Instead,…

The National · UAE · 17 hours ago

Manchester United: Mauricio Pochettino and Eddie Howe in running to replace Michael Carrick

Manchester United look set to be back in the hunt for a new manager with Michael Carrick's reign to be brought to a brutal end.The club are currently in the Premier League relegation zone having won just once in 10 games after what has been their worst start to a domestic season in 40 years.Supporters are in open revolt against American owners the Glazer family, as well as being fiercely critical of the decisions made by minority shareholder Jim…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

DAE revenue climbs 13% to $1.45b after MAF acquisition

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) on November 10 reported its nine-month revenue of $1.45 billion or Dh5.31 billion, up 13 per cent. The aircraft lessor also completed its $9 billion acquisition of Macquarie AirFinance (MAF) this quarter. The company also expects its fleet to reach about 1,300 aircraft once its mandates complete.Revenue for the nine months to September 30 reached $1,446.9 million, against $1,277.7 million a year earlier. Profit…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

UAE Award in Higher Education attracts strong interest with 1,300 nominations in its first edition

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) announced that the UAE Award in Higher Education has received 1,300 nominations from 59 universities, as well as research organisations and several government, semi-government and private entities. The ministry has also extended the nomination deadline for the award’s inaugural edition to 27 November 2026, giving interested organisations more time to participate and encouraging…

Khaleej Times · UAE · 17 hours ago

UAE conditionally approves new Ultomiris use for immune-mediated kidney disease

The UAE just conditionally approved a new use for Ultomiris for immune-mediated kidney disease, after the prescription was first registered in the UAE in 2022 for the treatment of several rare diseases.The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) granted conditional approval for a new indication of AstraZeneca’s Ultomiris (ravulizumab) to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) who are at risk of disease…

Arab News · Saudi Arabia · 17 hours ago

Syria and Jordan sign 11 agreements to strengthen economic ties

Syria and Jordan have signed 11 agreements aimed at enhancing economic cooperation across various sectors, including investment, agriculture, transport, and energy, during the third session of the Syrian-Jordanian Higher Coordination Council. The agreements, which include memoranda of understanding and cooperation protocols, emphasize joint development initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and strategic partnerships to facilitate trade and…

Khaleej Times · UAE · 17 hours ago

'Everyone has a role': UAE leaders say proud of how society handled regional challenges

The UAE's response to a year of unprecedented challenges has demonstrated the strength of its institutions, the loyalty of its people, and its readiness to face whatever lies straight ahead, the country's top leaders said. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, reflected on the nation's resilience during a key session at the UAE Government Annual Meetings,…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

Jemima Goldsmith accuses Russell Brand of violence and coercive control

The TV producer says she called police to remove the entertainer from her home in 2014, as Brand begins a sentence of ten and a half years for rape and sexual assault. Within hours of Russell Brand being sent to prison, his former partner Jemima Goldsmith publicly accused him of abusing her during their relationship, saying she once had to summon police to get him out of her home.The 52-year-old film and television producer made the claims in a…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

Trump nominates Natalie Baker as US envoy to Pakistan

Dubai: US President Donald Trump has nominated veteran diplomat Natalie Baker as the next American ambassador to Pakistan, a move that comes as Washington and Islamabad seek to strengthen cooperation on trade, investment, security and regional affairs.Baker, who is currently heading the US diplomatic mission in Islamabad as Chargé d’Affaires, will become the first US ambassador to Pakistan since Donald Blome’s departure in January 2025 if her…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

‘Deeply upset’: Nitish Bharadwaj takes back Oscar praise for Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana over Yash’s Ravana

Dubai: Actor Nitish Bharadwaj, best known for playing Lord Krishna in the iconic television series Mahabharat, has withdrawn his earlier praise for Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana, saying he is deeply disappointed with the film's portrayal of the epic.Ramayana first reviews: Ranbir Kapoor moves audiences to tears at LA premiereBharadwaj, who also played Lord Rama in BR Chopra's 2001 television series Ramayan, had previously praised director Nitesh…

Khaleej Times · UAE · 17 hours ago

UAE CBSE board exams 2027: Class 10, 12 exams begin Feb 16; schools share planning tips

With the examination dates now confirmed for CBSE’s 2027 Board examinations, UAE schools are stepping up their preparation schedules, with pre-board assessments, mock examinations and targeted revision sessions planned in the coming weeks.For thousands of students attending the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum schools in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the UAE, the countdown to the Board examinations has officially begun.The…

Arab News · Saudi Arabia · 17 hours ago

Gulf states to base joint forces in Kuwait after Iranian attacks

DUBAI: Gulf Cooperation Council defense ministers have agreed to set up a forward military command in Kuwait with forces assigned to the site, GCC Secretary-General Jassim Al-Budaiwi said on Tuesday. A forward command is a headquarters placed closer to potential flashpoints than a military’s main command. It allows more efficient coordination and faster deployment of forces. Kuwait sits at the northern tip of the Gulf, bordering Iraq and Saudi…

Arab News · Saudi Arabia · 17 hours ago

Saudi Energy’s 9-month profit rises 4.3% to $3.2bn

RIYADH: Saudi Energy’s net profit rose 4.3 percent year on year to SR12.1 billion ($3.2 billion) in the first nine months of 2026, supported by an expanding regulated asset base and higher project-related revenue. Revenue increased 11.5 percent to SR87.2 billion, which the company attributed to higher regulated revenue, including pass-through costs, increased income from project development and management contracts, and customer growth. The…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

Saudi Arabia opens bookings for ultra-luxury desert train launching in 2027

Dubai: Saudi Arabia's Dream of the Desert project has opened reservations for its first ultra-luxury train journeys across the Kingdom's desert landscapes, with services scheduled to begin in October 2027.Dream of the Desert, the Middle East's first ultra-luxury desert train project, developed in partnership by Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Italy's Arsenale Group. The train will depart from Riyadh and travel north through some of Saudi…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

ALIF Holding focuses on turning advanced technology into practical capabilities for government and critical infrastructure

Dr Jasem Al Mansoori, Chief Executive Officer of ALIF Holding, a majority-owned subsidiary of Robo.ai Inc. (Nasdaq: AIIO), attended the 3rd Government AI Summit 2026, held on 3 November at the Grand Hyatt Hotel Emirates Pearl in Abu Dhabi. Neurovia AI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Robo.ai Inc. (Nasdaq: AIIO), participated in the summit as the Official Government AI Partner.During his visit, Dr Al Mansoori presented videos of ALIF Maritec’s…

The National · UAE · 17 hours ago

Netanyahu rivals strike first deal as Israel swears in parliament

Israel's new parliament was sworn in on Tuesday with opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announcing an initial deal on appointments as they try to form a coalition. Gadi Eisenkot, the former army general invited to form a government after last month's election, said opposition leaders had agreed nominations for four major roles in the new Knesset.A full coalition agreement will be a tougher challenge for Mr Eisenkot's bloc, which…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

Dubai tenants can now split rent payments into smaller instalments under new scheme

Dubai: Tenants living in some of Dubai’s largest residential communities will have a new way to manage their rent payments, with a scheme allowing eligible residents to split rental instalments into smaller amounts instead of paying a large sum upfront.Dubai Residential, part of Dubai Holding Asset Management, announced on Tuesday a partnership with UAE-based fintech platform Rentify to introduce the payment option across its 22 communities,…

Gulf News · UAE · 17 hours ago

Two killed, two injured as car crashes into parked truck in Fujairah

Fujairah: Two people, including a 28-year-old Emirati man and a 16-year-old Arab boy, were killed and two others injured after the car they were travelling in crashed into a parked truck on Fujairah-Khor Fakkan Road around midnight on Monday.The two injured passengers were taken to Sheikh Khalifa Hospital in Fujairah for medical treatment, while police launched an investigation into the circumstances of the fatal accident.Get updated faster and…

Gulf News · UAE · 18 hours ago

Aramex quarterly profit surges 817% as revenue hits record Dh1.98 billion

Dubai: Aramex reported an 817% jump in third-quarter net profit to Dh47.8 million, as strong demand for freight forwarding services pushed revenue to a record Dh1.98 billion for the second consecutive quarter.The Dubai-listed logistics company's revenue rose 24% from Dh1.60 billion a year earlier, surpassing the previous quarterly record of Dh1.83 billion set in the April-June period. Net profit increased from Dh5.2 million in the third quarter…

The National · UAE · 18 hours ago

GCC defence ministers approve new military command centre in Kuwait

Gulf Co-operation Council defence ministers have approved the establishment of a new joint command centre in Kuwait, with forces to be allocated to it, in a move to deepen military integration among the six member states.The decision was announced on Tuesday by GCC Secretary General Jasem Al Budaiwi following the 23rd session of the GCC Joint Defence Council, held in Manama, Bahrain, under the chairmanship of Bahrain's Defence Minister, Lt Gen…

Khaleej Times · UAE · 18 hours ago

Readers love to hate villains, writers need to understand them, SIBF authors say

Readers may hate the father in The Marsh King’s Daughter. Karen Dionne, who wrote him, says she understands him.“I don’t see him as bad because I understand why he’s doing what he’s doing,” the American novelist told an audience at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2026).For Dionne, understanding what drives a character is part of making him believable. Readers can draw their own conclusions about his actions.Stay up to date with…

Gulf News · UAE · 18 hours ago

Daniel Radcliffe says he may not watch new Harry Potter series

Daniel Radcliffe has spent more time at Hogwarts than almost anyone alive, which may be why he isn’t rushing back. With HBO’s television reboot of Harry Potter weeks from its debut, the actor who first brought the boy wizard to the screen says he hasn’t decided whether he’ll watch it.'I don’t know if I will'Speaking to the Associated Press, Radcliffe was candid when asked whether he planned to tune in. He said he genuinely wasn’t sure, and gave…