The UAE has declared a four-day mourning period following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the father of Emir of Qatar. The Presidential Court said flags will be flown at half-mast at all official institutions across the UAE, as well as at the country’s embassies and diplomatic missions abroad, from Sunday, July 12, until the end of Wednesday, July 15. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The statement also extended condolences to the Al Thani family and prayed for Sheikh Hamad’s soul to rest in peace. Kuwait also announced a…
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DUBAI, 12th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai-It, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, provides a practical framework that affirms ambition has no value without execution, and that rapid, meticulous achievement is the true benchmark of success. The Dubai-It approach is reflected in the projects and initiatives of Dubai’s institutions, where ambition is translated into tangible achievements and excellence is measured by speed of execution and quality of performance. In this context, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) provides a practical model of this philosophy, transforming vision into…
SHARJAH, 12th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed ways to strengthen economic and trade relations with the Republic of Uganda, reaffirming its commitment to fostering stronger bilateral business ties and advancing investment partnerships across key growth sectors. The move reflects SCCI’s ongoing efforts to create new opportunities to enhance business cooperation between the two countries in a manner that serves their mutual interests and further reinforces Sharjah’s position as a leading global destination for business and investment. The discussions took place during a meeting at the Sharjah Chamber’s headquarters between Abdallah Sultan Al…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has suspended the operations of five recruitment offices and revoked the licenses of seven others after uncovering violations during inspections carried out in the second quarter of 2026. The ministry said the action followed regulatory inspections of recruitment offices and companies, with five offices ordered to cease operations immediately, while the licenses of seven others were revoked after they failed to rectify violations within the prescribed deadline. The violations included breaches of recruitment regulations and labor service rules, delays in refunding customers, and failure to address complaints submitted by…
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Bangladesh over the victims of floods caused by heavy rainfall, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries, as well as significant damage. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed the UAE’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Bangladesh over this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Floods and landslides triggered by days of torrential monsoon rain have…
RIYADH — Iraq has reaffirmed its commitment not to allow its territory or airspace to be used as a launch point for any attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, or other countries in the region. The commitment came during a meeting on Sunday in Saudi Arabia between Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, attended by senior officials from both countries. The ministers reviewed the close ties between Saudi Arabia and Iraq and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across various fields. They also exchanged views on regional…
SHARJAH,12th July, 2026 (WAM) — Total number of business licenses issued and renewed in Sharjah in the first half of 2026 reached 38,169, with a growth rate of 2% compared to the same period last year, according to a report issued by the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) for achievements in the first half of the year. The SEDD, which revealed the most important developments and events witnessed by the economic sectors and the measures and efforts taken by the Department in all sectors and activities, showed that the number of licenses issued reached 4,597, with a growth rate of…
HANOI — Vietnamese police have detained the captain of a speedboat that capsized off the country’s southern coast, killing 15 Indian tourists, authorities said Sunday. The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members when it overturned less than 500 meters from shore on Saturday, shortly after departing Hon May Rut Ngoai island near Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island. State media said the captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is under investigation for alleged violations of inland waterway transport safety regulations. According to the Indian Embassy in Hanoi, 16 survivors have been discharged from hospital and are returning…
DUBAI, 10th July, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE National MMA Championship 9 will kick off on Saturday at Shabab Al Ahli Club in Dubai. Organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, the two-day event will feature more than 300 male and female athletes from across the UAE. The championship reflects the federation’s continued commitment to building a structured competitive pathway that supports the growth of mixed martial arts, expands participation, identifies emerging talent and prepares the next generation of athletes to represent the UAE at regional and international competitions. This year’s edition carries added technical significance as…
RIYADH — More than 15,400 violators of residency, labor, and border security regulations were arrested across the Kingdom between July 2 and 8, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) announced. During joint security campaigns conducted nationwide, Saudi authorities arrested 15,430 violators. According to the ministry, those arrested included 7,913 violators of residency regulations, 4,037 violators of border security regulations, and 3,480 violators of labor regulations. Authorities also arrested 1,542 people while attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally. Of those, 53 percent were Ethiopian nationals, 46 percent were Yemeni nationals, and 1 percent were of other nationalities. In addition, 30 people were…