RIYADH — The eight OPEC+ countries have agreed an increase in production by 206,000 barrels per day (bpd) from May. The eight countries—Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman— took this decision in their virtual meeting held on Sunday to review global market conditions and outlook. “In their collective commitment to support oil market stability, the eight participating countries decided to implement a production adjustment of 206,000 barrels per day (bpd) from the 1.65 million barrels per day additional voluntary adjustments announced in April 2023. This adjustment will be implemented in May 2026,” the OPEC+ said in…
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Doctors across the UAE are cautioning residents about a hidden health risk following recent rains — humid indoor air that can trap allergens and lead to respiratory illnesses. The warning comes as the country experiences a spell of unstable weather, marked by heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds reaching up to 60 km/h, and hail. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Health experts say moisture lingering inside homes after rain can silently degrade air quality, creating ideal conditions for allergens to accumulate and spread. Dr Samah Ahmed, Consultant Pulmonology at Burjeel Day Surgery Center,…
RIYADH — The eight OPEC+ countries highlighted the critical importance of safeguarding international maritime routes to ensure the uninterrupted flow of energy. The Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) of OPEC+, comprising Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Algeria and Venezuela, held its 65th meeting via videoconference on Sunday. The JMMC meeting reviewed current market conditions and emphasized the essential role of the Declaration of Cooperation (DoC) in supporting the stability of global energy markets. In this context, the committee highlighted the critical importance of safeguarding international maritime routes to ensure the uninterrupted flow of energy. The meeting expressed…
StarLink, an Infinigate Group company, is bringing its vision of AI-powered cyber resilience to GITEX Africa 2026, the region’s premier technology event, held from April 7 to April 9. At GITEX Africa, StarLink seeks to build strategic partnerships and demonstrate technologies that drive AI adoption, strengthen cyber resilience, and support a secure, innovative, and future-ready digital ecosystem across Africa. With an impressive portfolio, this year’s featured technologies: BeyondTrust, Commvault, Everpure, Forescout, LinkShadow, Progress, Riverbed, SecurX360, Sophos, and Tenable reflect StarLink’s strong commitment to delivering best-in-class solutions that address the evolving cyber threat landscape. Mahmoud Nimer, President, StarLink, stated: “GITEX Africa is…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] UAE residents driving down the Marasi Drive Street in Business Bay were met with a heartwarming sight on Saturday. A young man stood in the corner of the street waving a huge UAE flag. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. “I have been doing this for over four hours, starting at 5am,” Ehsam told Khaleej Times. “This is the least I can do to show my love for this beautiful country.” The British expat,…
RIYADH — The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has urged the public to verify the trustworthiness of websites and online platforms when sharing personal data, documents, and biometrics to access services offered by these sites or platforms. The authority also cautioned against sharing such personal data with unofficial websites or platforms. The public was warned against sharing personal data, documents, and biometrics with untrusted online platforms and websites, including social media networks and applications, so as to protect individual privacy and personal data. The authority emphasized the importance of this precaution when sharing any personal data, documents, or…
WASHINGTON — The United States has asked satellite imagery providers to withhold distribution of photos from the Iran conflict zone, The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday. Planet Labs said it is shifting to a managed access model for images of the region, sharing them on a case-by-case basis and only for “urgent, mission critical requirements or in the public interest.” A company spokesperson said the US government has requested satellite firms to delay distributing imagery of the conflict zone indefinitely, adding that the revised policy will remain in effect until the war ends. Planet had already slowed the release of…
Developed by UNS Farms, the facility aims to boost local tomato supply and food security. Al Ain — The UAE continues to lead by example in strengthening its focus on local food production, in line with its long-term vision for food security and self-sufficiency. Supporting this national priority, a new high-tech tomato farm has been launched by UNS Vertical Farms in Al Ain, further reinforcing the country’s push towards sustainable, homegrown agriculture. Developed by UNS Vertical Farms, part of the UAE-based Speedex Group, the newly opened 10,000-square-metre facility is designed to produce approximately 150,000 kilograms of fresh tomatoes annually, contributing…
Within hours of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum urging residents to raise UAE flags, demand surged across markets in Dubai and Sharjah, with traders and retailers reporting quick sales and strong interest from the customers. At Old Souq in Deira, traders said the spike in demand has led to a rush for flags of different sizes, with many residents searching across stores and markets. Abdul Badi, a trader in the souq said that demand has increased following the announcement. “We are trying to source flags from different places, and some customers are even placing special orders to get them…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has mourned the death of an industrial security worker who was killed while on duty during recent attacks targeting energy facilities in the Kingdom. The Ministry of Energy confirmed the death of Jarrah Mohammed Al-Shalan Al-Khalidi, describing him as a “martyr of duty” who lost his life while protecting one of the Kingdom’s vital energy sites. “With deep sorrow and grief, the Ministry of Energy mourns the nation’s son and martyr of duty,” the ministry said in a statement, praying for mercy upon the deceased and strength for his family. The incident comes amid a wave…