Abu dhabi: Egypt has firmly renewed its rejection of any Israeli plans to displace Palestinians from their historical homeland, whether in the Gaza Strip or the West Bank, under any pretext-be it forced or voluntary. It condemned all forms of displacement, including those carried out through policies of starvation, land confiscation, settlement expansion, or by making life unlivable for Palestinians in their own land. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement issued on Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Egypt’s deep concern over recent reports suggesting that Israel has held consultations with certain countries regarding the potential resettlement

Dubai: The fifth round of the second edition of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship for no-gi competitions concluded at Al Nasr Club in Dubai, drawing a large crowd and creating an energetic atmosphere. The event featured top athletes across the under-18, adult, and master categories, culminating in a victory for the Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club. M.O.D UAE secured second place, while Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club finished in third. According to Emirates News Agency, the final day of the championship witnessed intense contests that highlighted the rapid development of jiu-jitsu in the UAE and its prominence on the

Tirana: The UAE rescue team is continuing its efforts to extinguish wildfires in several areas of the Republic of Albania, in coordination with the relevant authorities. This comes as part of the UAE’s ongoing support for international humanitarian missions and its commitment to strengthening rapid response to natural disasters worldwide, reflecting its deeply rooted humanitarian approach based on solidarity and international cooperation. According to Emirates News Agency, the team has intensified its field operations, carried out under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, using the latest equipment to ensure the fires

Sharjah: The Federation of the UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry highlighted investment opportunities in the Republic of Mali during the UAE-Mali Business Forum, hosted by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), in collaboration with UAE Chambers and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). According to Emirates News Agency, Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Vice Chairman of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of SCCI, extended a warm welcome to the Malian trade delegation visiting the UAE from 13 to 18 August. He praised the growing bilateral relations between the two friendly countries and

Sharjah: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and the Dibba Al Hisn Municipality are set to launch the 12th edition of the Al Maleh and Fishing Festival from August 28 to 31, 2025, at Al Hisn Island. The festival aims to highlight the emirate’s commitment to preserving maritime heritage while supporting the growth of traditional industries, further enhancing Sharjah’s role as a hub for heritage-based economic activities. According to Emirates News Agency, the event is considered one of the region’s most prominent heritage events dedicated to the age-old Al Maleh (salted) fish industry, underscoring the joint commitment of

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates is continuing its humanitarian support for the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip by conducting today its 73rd airdrop of aid under Operation Birds of Goodness, part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, in cooperation with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and with the participation of Germany, Italy, Belgium, France, Denmark, The Netherlands, Singapore, and Indonesia. According to Emirates News Agency, the shipment included quantities of essential food supplies, prepared with the support of UAE-based charitable institutions and entities, to help meet the needs of residents amid the difficult humanitarian conditions in the Strip. With the

Dubai: The Automated Railway Infrastructure Inspection System (ARIIS), implemented by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), constitutes a practical model for employing the latest artificial intelligence technologies in the transport sector. It aims to enhance the efficiency of operational maintenance and improve safety standards, while reducing reliance on traditional inspections that previously consumed significant time and resources. According to Emirates News Agency, this innovative technology marks a significant advancement in Dubai Metro’s operational maintenance, aligning with Dubai’s vision to be a global leader in Artificial Intelligence and sustainable infrastructure. ARIIS, a sophisticated robotic platform equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, lasers, and

Sharjah: In the lead-up to the 14th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), scheduled to take place on September 10-11 at Expo Centre Sharjah under the theme ‘Communication for Quality of Life’, the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) has announced the launch of the ‘Global PR Challenge – Sharjah Edition.’ Held for the first time, the challenge will bring together 20 local and international students, divided into ten teams, to compete for the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA). The winning team will receive a financial prize as well as the opportunity to implement its idea. According to Emirates News Agency, the