Brussels: Paul Magnette, leader of the Socialist Party in Belgium, has called on the Belgian government to immediately recognise the State of Palestine. This appeal came in a letter addressed to party leaders across the country. According to Emirates News Agency, Magnette stressed that recognising Palestine as a state is a cornerstone of any credible peace solution, not merely a final outcome. He emphasised that resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will only be possible through two independent and democratic states. He further announced that the Socialist Party will soon propose a new resolution in Parliament to formally recognise Palestine, urging all

Istanbul: UAE-based Calidus Holding Group has concluded its successful participation in the 17th edition of the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), held at the Istanbul Expo Centre from 22 to 27 July, as part of the UAE National Pavilion, overseen by Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun). According to Emirates News Agency, the Calidus stand witnessed strong engagement from senior officials, military leaders, and official delegations from around the world, who praised the advanced capabilities of the UAE’s defence industry and commended Calidus products for their reliability, precision, and competitiveness on regional and global levels. During the exhibition, Calidus

Dubai: The Dubai Press Club concluded the third week of the second edition of the Arab Podcast Programme with a series of engaging workshops and discussions that explored key elements of podcast production. The sessions were led by prominent Arab podcasters and industry professionals, offering participants deep insights into the creative and technical dimensions of the field. According to Emirates News Agency, the Arab Podcast Programme reflects Dubai’s broader vision to build a future-focused media environment driven by innovation, creativity, and talent development. Through practical, hands-on training, the initiative provides a platform to support emerging Arab audio content creators and

Osaka: Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, recently held a series of bilateral meetings in the Japanese city of Osaka with top global media and entertainment industry leaders. These meetings were part of efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships for the development of the film and creative content industry. According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions focused on exploring opportunities for collaboration with international companies in areas such as film production, visual storytelling technologies, and the development of modern media platforms.

Rafah: A number of aid trucks have begun moving from the Egyptian side of the Rafah Border Crossing toward the Gaza Strip, as part of ongoing efforts to alleviate the worsening humanitarian crisis, the Egyptian state-affiliated Al Qahera News TV said on Sunday. According to Emirates News Agency, dozens of trucks loaded with tonnes of food supplies, medicines, medical equipment, and relief materials are heading toward the Kerem Shalom Border Crossing in preparation for entry into the Gaza Strip. This movement is a critical step in addressing the urgent needs of the residents affected by the ongoing situation in the

Abu dhabi: Thailand and Cambodia traded accusations Sunday of fresh attacks as deadly border clashes entered a third day, as international pressure mounted on both sides to reach a ceasefire. Hours later, US President Donald Trump said the leaders of both countries had agreed to “immediately meet and quickly work out a Ceasefire.” According to Emirates News Agency, artillery fire and gunshots were reported near several border villages. The ongoing violence has raised concerns among international communities, prompting calls for both nations to de-escalate tensions and engage in peaceful negotiations.

Seoul: The presidential office in Seoul announced plans to intensify trade negotiations with Washington by organizing a series of high-level meetings scheduled for next week. These efforts aim to address the imminent imposition of tariffs. According to Emirates News Agency, the declaration came after an emergency meeting was held earlier in the day. The meeting was led by Kim Yong-beom, the presidential chief of staff for policy, and National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac. It focused on reviewing the progress of ongoing discussions and strategizing Seoul’s response as the deadline for the new U.S. tariffs on August 1 draws closer. To

Abu dhabi: Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State, received Richard Maru, Minister of International Trade and Investment of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, in Abu Dhabi as part of his official visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation across various sectors of shared interest, particularly in trade, tourism, and investment. According to Emirates News Agency, both sides emphasised the importance of deepening people-to-people ties and promoting cultural exchanges to foster mutual understanding between the UAE and Papua New Guinea. For his part, Maru expressed appreciation