MUSCAT — Qatari officials have joined talks between Iran and Oman in Muscat on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, Axios reported Saturday, citing a diplomat familiar with the negotiations. According to the report, the parties are discussing a possible statement supporting the full reopening of the strait’s median shipping lane, which lies in international waters, to allow the unrestricted movement of commercial vessels. The talks come as diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions continue following renewed hostilities in the Gulf. ABC News reported Friday that negotiations between the United States and Iran are expected to resume after Iranian officials privately acknowledged…
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ISTANBUL, 11th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Modern Sailing Team, representing the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Academy, will participate in the Istanbul Sailing Week, to be held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 14th to 19th July, as part of an overseas training camp running from 10th to 20th July aimed at enhancing technical readiness and providing valuable international racing experience. The team will be represented by seven sailors across the ILCA 4 and Optimist classes. The ILCA 4 squad, coached by Patryk Kuczys-Lutomski, includes Saif Al Zaabi, Abdulrahman Al Bahri, and Simeon Hristov. The Optimist team is led by…
GAZA — A Palestinian was killed and two others were injured on Saturday in an Israeli drone strike targeting a civilian vehicle west of the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, medical sources said. The attack came amid continued Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement that has been in effect in the Gaza Strip since October. The victim’s body and the two injured Palestinians were taken to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah after the strike hit a vehicle traveling near Al-Nuwairi Hill, west of the camp, according to the sources. Eyewitnesses said an Israeli drone fired at least four…
The Rock-It Company (Rock-It) has established its Middle East Regional Headquarters in Abu Dhabi with support from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), strengthening the emirate’s position as a hub for global companies and specialist logistics operations. The global logistics firm provides mission-critical transport, storage and supply chain solutions for major sporting events, live entertainment, film productions, luxury goods and other high-value assets. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Operating across more than 160 countries, Rock-It supports some of the world’s biggest events and organisations, including the Fifa World Cup 2026, RM Sotheby’s,…
ALULA — The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), home to an annual production of 130,000 tonnes of dates and 14,000 tonnes of citrus fruits, has launched the 2026–2027 Khairat AlUla agricultural season. The initiative is part of the commission’s efforts to strengthen the competitiveness of AlUla’s agricultural sector, boost production efficiency, and empower farmers in support of sustainable development. AlUla’s cultivated land spans more than 20,500 hectares, producing nearly 130,000 tonnes of dates annually and around 14,000 tonnes of citrus fruits from more than 400,000 citrus trees. Across the oasis, more than 4.2 million palm trees have been surveyed and…
Micron Technology recently showcased plans to invest more than $250 billion in the U.S. until 2035. This move was likely driven by the surging demand for memory chips in the AI era. The latest announcement adds a further $50 billion to a previous commitment to pump $200 billion into the country’s semiconductor manufacturing. Micron stated the increased investment would support its long-term goal of producing 40% of its DRAM in the U.S., creating jobs in the country and reflecting confidence in continued demand for its memory products. In a series of announcements, the company stated construction of a new semiconductor…
The UAE’s Integrated National Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Programme (Jaheziya) has launched ‘Community Readiness’, a nationwide initiative that aims to train one million community responders to assist during emergencies before first responders arrive. The programme is open to members of the public, volunteers, students, employees and community groups, equipping them with the skills to provide safe and organised assistance during the critical first minutes of emergencies, crises and disasters. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Built on a national preparedness framework, the initiative brings together government agencies, healthcare providers, emergency services, security…
BEIRUT — The Israeli military launched a fresh wave of airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday despite a US-backed framework agreement between Beirut and Tel Aviv aimed at easing tensions and facilitating a phased Israeli withdrawal. According to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA), three airstrikes targeted the Al-Mashaa neighborhood in the town of Al-Mansouri in the southern Tyre district. Israeli forces also demolished homes in the town of Houla in the Nabatieh district, while a separate Israeli drone strike targeted the town of Kfar Tebnit, the state news agency reported. The attacks came despite Lebanon and Israel signing a US-sponsored…
For nearly eleven years, Dr.Sara Al Matari found herself gasping for air during life’s simplest moments. Walking with her children, completing household chores, or performing her duties as a physician left her breathless and dependent on others. Today, the 44-year-old doctor is breathing normally again after becoming the first patient in the UAE to undergo a groundbreaking procedure for a rare lung condition at Medcare Hospital Sharjah. The procedure helped restore blood flow through her lungs after years of debilitating illness caused by Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH). It is a rare form of pulmonary hypertension that develops when chronic…
ABU DHABI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) today announced the restart of alumina production at Al Taweelah alumina refinery in Abu Dhabi. Alumina production is expected to ramp-up to 50 percent of plant capacity within days. EGA expects to have the technical capability to ramp-up to full alumina production by the end of this year. The timing of further production ramp-up at Al Taweelah alumina refinery will be based on supply chain dynamics and the optimisation of EGA’s alumina sourcing strategy. The ramp-up of aluminium production at Al Taweelah smelter does not depend on full ramp-up…