Abu Dhabi: In its thirty-fourth edition, the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair continues its engagement with global cultures by featuring the Caribbean as this year’s Guest of Honour; a gesture that celebrates one of the world’s richest and most diverse literary, intellectual, and artistic landscapes. The Culture of the Caribbean Basin has been chosen as this year’s Guest of Honour, underscoring the UAE’s commitment to fostering global cultural partnerships and providing enriching knowledge experiences that deepen intercultural exchange, further strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a premier destination for intellectual and cultural exchange. According to Emirates News Agency, the Caribbean, with

Gaza: ‘Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’ announced the launch of an initiative to drill water wells, in cooperation with local authorities and municipalities in the southern Gaza Strip, to help mitigate the worsening catastrophe of severe water shortages. This urgent humanitarian step aims to alleviate the effects of the crisis, while stressing that these efforts are temporary solutions and do not constitute a fundamental resolution to the ongoing humanitarian disaster. According to Emirates News Agency, this initiative comes in light of the continued closure of Gaza’s crossings and the prevention of the flow of food supplies and fuel necessary to operate

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call today with Indian Prime Minister His Excellency Narendra Modi, during which they discussed the strategic relations between the two countries and ways to further strengthen ties for the benefit of their peoples. During the call, His Highness expressed his condolences to the Indian Prime Minister over the victims of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, and wished a swift recovery for the injured. His Highness also reaffirmed the UAE’s rejection of terrorism in all its forms, describing it as a threat to

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has conveyed its steadfast solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran following the explosion in Bandar Abbas port, southern Iran, resulting in deaths and hundreds of injuries and significant damage. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the UAE’s solidarity with Iran and its people, and expressed its wishes of a speedy recovery for all the injured.

Tunis: The Government of Tunisia, in partnership with the African Development Bank Group, has unveiled a significant $24 million initiative aimed at restoring degraded forest landscapes and enhancing climate resilience in rural ecosystems. According to Emirates News Agency, the Agroforestry and Degraded Forest Landscape Restoration Project (PARFD) was officially launched in Tunis. The project, valued at approximately $23.72 million (over 73 million Tunisian dinars), receives funding from the African Development Bank through the Climate Investment Funds’ Strategic Climate Fund, contributing $17 million. The Tunisian Government is providing $6.06 million, with project beneficiaries adding $660,000. The initiative supports Tunisia’s national development

Abu Dhabi: At least four people were killed and more than 500 others injured after a huge explosion rocked Shahid Rajaee Port near Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran. According to Emirates News Agency, the blast occurred on Saturday, causing destruction in the surrounding areas and affecting some industries in western Bandar Abbas. Initial reports suggested that a gas tanker exploded. A spokesman for the emergency services said that at least 561 people had so far been injured.

Rome: On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has attended the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis. Alongside H.H., the funeral was also attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Crown Prince’s Office at the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court; and Maryam Eid AlMheiri, Chairperson of the Abu Dhabi Media Office. According to Emirates News Agency, the