RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has suspended travel by its citizens to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan as part of precautionary measures against the spread of the Ebola virus. The Kingdom also suspended the issuance of all types of visas and entry into the Kingdom for individuals arriving from these three countries. These are part of additional precautionary measures to mitigate the risks associated with the Ebola outbreak. The newly introduced restrictions also apply to travelers arriving via third countries who have stayed in any of the three affected countries during the 21 days before entering the…
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MANAMA — The GCC-US Ministerial Meeting, which concluded in Manama on Thursday, emphasized the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, noting that free, unconditional, and unrestricted navigation, including the right of transit passage as guaranteed under international law, remains essential to regional and global security. The ministers rejected any tolls, fees, or attempts to assert control over the Strait, and welcomed the announcement of Oman and the International Maritime Organization on the launch of an evacuation plan for over 11,000 seafarers stranded in the region. The ministerial meeting between the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was…
MANAMA — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan attended the joint ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the United States in Manama on Thursday. The meeting was attended by the heads of delegation of the GCC member states, GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The meeting reviewed the strategic relations between the GCC countries and the United States. It explored ways to further develop them in a manner that serves mutual interests and strengthens partnership and cooperation frameworks across various fields. The ministers discussed regional developments and the…
ABU DHABI, 25th June May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has confirmed that preparations are complete for Round 5 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Gi division), which gets underway Friday at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The three-day event will bring together more than 3,000 men and women athletes representing top clubs and academies from across the UAE as they eye to amass crucial ranking points. The championship continues to strengthen its position as one of the leading fixtures on the domestic jiu-jitsu calendar, playing an important role in expanding…
A stretch of desert on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi is being transformed into the starting point of the UAE’s first passenger railway, with the Mohamed bin Zayed City Passenger Train Station set to welcome travellers bound for Fujairah from June 30 and Dubai in September. The station, inaugurated by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, on June 23, is set to become a major transport hub. A walkthrough of the first Etihad Rail station in Abu Dhabi reveals a design focused on technology, accessibility and passenger comfort. The entrance and concourse Passengers…
ATLANTA — Morocco came from behind twice before securing a dramatic 4-2 victory over Haiti on Wednesday to advance to the World Cup round of 32 and end the Caribbean nation’s hopes of earning its first-ever point at the tournament. Second-half substitutes Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine scored late goals as Morocco finished second in Group C behind Brazil and booked a knockout-stage meeting with the runner-up from Group F. The Atlas Lions, who became the first African team to reach the World Cup semifinals in Qatar four years ago, were given a major scare by Haiti, which was making…
ABU DHABI, 25th June, 2026 (WAM) — Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced that TelecomGPT-R1, an artificial intelligence model developed by the University’s Digital Future Institute for the telecommunications sector, has ranked first on the GSM Association (GSMA) Open Telco Leaderboard, outperforming all other models evaluated, including leading closed-source systems developed by major global technology companies. The achievement marks a significant milestone for UAE-developed artificial intelligence in telecommunications and positions Khalifa University among a select group of organizations developing advanced AI systems for the sector. The result especially highlights the University’s growing role in research supporting next-generation communications…
Indian nationals applying for passport services in the UAE will have to pay higher fees from July 1, with the Indian Consulate in Dubai confirming to Khaleej Times that the revised passport charges announced by the Government of India will also be implemented in the Emirates. However, the exact fee structure in UAE currency and details of the application process will be announced in the coming weeks. “The revised rates and procedure for passport services in the UAE will be shared by the concerned officials in the coming weeks,” an official at the Indian Consulate in Dubai told Khaleej Times.…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia expressed its condolences to Venezuela following the earthquake that struck coastal cities west of the capital, Caracas, on Wednesday. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended the Kingdom’s sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Venezuela. The powerful earthquake resulted in a number of deaths, injuries, and missing persons. The Kingdom also affirmed its solidarity with Venezuela and its people during this painful tragedy, extending its sincere wishes for the speedy recovery of the injured and the safe…
MIAMI GARDENS — Vinícius Júnior scored twice as Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 on Wednesday to secure top spot in Group C and advance to the World Cup knockout stage. The Real Madrid forward continued his impressive tournament by scoring in the seventh minute and again just before halftime, taking his tally to four goals in the competition and moving level with France’s Kylian Mbappé and Norway’s Erling Haaland, one goal behind Argentina captain Lionel Messi. Matheus Cunha added Brazil’s third goal as the five-time world champions reached the knockout stage for the 15th consecutive World Cup. Morocco joined Brazil in…