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The United Arab Emirates recorded on Friday 1,311 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 174,062. — Courtesty WAM
UAE records 1,311 new COVID-19 cases as second wave continues
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates recorded on Friday 1,311 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 174,062, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health carried by WAM.The ministry also announced one more death from complications caused by COVID-19, taking the country's death toll to 586.The new patients, all of whom are in a stable condition, and are receiving the necessary care, were detected after the ministry conducted 113,928 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment, according to the ministry.In the statement, the ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of...
December 04, 2020

UAE records 1,311 new COVID-19 cases as second wave continues

Lana Nusseibeh, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN, is seen in this file courtesy picture.
'UAE committed to resolving Palestinian-Israeli conflict'
NEW YORK — The United Arab Emirates called for intensifying efforts to end the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and underscored its commitment to working with regional and international partners to find a solution to the Palestinian issue that meets the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people. In a statement delivered by Lana Nusseibeh, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN, at the UN General Assembly’s plenary meeting on the Question on Palestine, she said: "The Middle East is witnessing many conflicts and crises that have exhausted its people. With the outbreak of COVID-19, existing challenges are exacerbated, making it a priority for the international community to seek permanent solutions to these issues by rethinking previous approaches and...
December 04, 2020

'UAE committed to resolving Palestinian-Israeli conflict'

Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin
US targets individual, entity in fresh Iran-related sanctions
WASHINGTON — The United States on Thursday slapped new Iran-related sanctions, blacklisting an entity and individual as part of the Trump administration’s maximum pressure campaign.“Today, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Shahid Meisami Group and its director. Shahid Meisami Group is involved in Iran’s chemical weapons research and is subordinate to the Iranian Organization of Defensive Innovation and Research, also known as SPND. The United States designated SPND in 2014 in connection with the Iranian regime’s proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) or their means of delivery,” the US Treasury Department in a statement on Thursday.Treasury’s action supports the US’ calls on Iran to meet the compliance...
December 03, 2020

US targets individual, entity in fresh Iran-related sanctions

The United Arab Emirates recorded on Thursday 1,317 new COVID-19 cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 172,751. — WAM photo
Single-day COVID-19 cases top 1,300 again as UAE combats second wave
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates recorded on Thursday 1,317 new COVID-19 cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 172,751, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health carried by WAM.The ministry also announced five more deaths from complications caused by COVID-19, taking the country's death toll to 585.The new patients, all of whom are in a stable condition, and are receiving the necessary care, were detected after the ministry conducted 132,380 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment, according to the ministry.In the statement, the ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of...
December 03, 2020

Single-day COVID-19 cases top 1,300 again as UAE combats second wave

A UAE governmental delegation visited Israel on Oct. 20 and discussed cooperation in the fields of investment, trade and technology. The two sides also signed agreements in various economic sectors.  WAM photo
UAE starts issuing tourist visas to Israeli citizens
Saudi Gazette reportABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates has started issuing tourist visas to Israeli citizens, the country's foreign ministry has announced.In a statement on Thursday carried by the state news agency WAM, the foreign ministry said that tourist visas for Israeli citizens will be issued through airlines, travel and tourism companies until procedures for the constitutional ratification of the mutual visa waiver agreement between the two countries are completed.The move falls within bilateral cooperation between the UAE and Israel following the signing of the Abraham Accords and aims to facilitate travel to the UAE for the time being.The accords include travel procedures for Emirati and Israeli citizens that are expected to enter into force shortly.The UAE Cabinet on...
December 03, 2020

UAE starts issuing tourist visas to Israeli citizens

he Trump administration ordered a drawdown of diplomats at the US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, until some time in January due to risks of a potential attack, according to a new report. — Courtesy photo
US pulls dozens of diplomats out of Iraq ahead of Soleimani's killing anniversary
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration ordered a drawdown of diplomats at the US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, until some time in January due to risks of a potential attack, according to a new report. Anonymous officials told The Washington Post that some staff members were withdrawn from the embassy for a “de-risking” period that will extend until after the one-year anniversary of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani, who was killed by a US airstrike on Jan. 3, 2020.The drawdown will include “dozens” of people — up to half the staff at the Baghdad embassy and other diplomatic facilities in Iraq, Politico also reported, citing a US official and a State Department Official. The State Department did not confirm the drawdown, but did tell The Post, “The State Department continually...
December 03, 2020

US pulls dozens of diplomats out of Iraq ahead of Soleimani's killing anniversary

he psychological impacts of the Beirut explosions continue to be felt deeply by children and caregivers, long after flesh wounds have healed. — Courtesy photo
UN chief launches plan to revitalize Beirut as ‘beating heart of Lebanon’
BEIRUT — Against the “grim background” of tragic explosions that destroyed much of central Beirut in early August, the UN chief on Wednesday offered a new multi-agency plan to help the Lebanese people move forward, following months of political gridlock.“With the launch of the Reform, Recovery and Reconstruction Framework, prepared jointly by the World Bank, the European Union, and United Nations, we have a plan,” Secretary-General António Guterres said in a video message to the International Conference in Support of the Lebanese People. On Aug.4, a cache of ammonium nitrate caused a deadly blast that rocked the capital Beirut, causing devastation in a city already suffering from a growing coronavirus outbreak, political and economic turmoil.The blast killed some 200 people,...
December 02, 2020

UN chief launches plan to revitalize Beirut as ‘beating heart of Lebanon’

Al-Zayani made the statement during the signing of a memorandum of understanding, in the presence of the Israeli Minister of Tourism Orit Farkash-Hacohen. — BNA photo
Bahrain, Israel sign tourism agreement
Saudi Gazette reportMANAMA — “Tourism in Bahrain is one of the active sectors endowed with developed infrastructure thanks to the great interest of the Government”, said Industry and Commerce Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al-Zayani. He pointed out that openness with the State of Israel would contribute in the future to a greater revitalization of the tourism movement between the two countries, in a way that meets aspirations and serves their common interests. Al-Zayani made the statement during the signing of a memorandum of understanding, in the presence of the Israeli Minister of Tourism Orit Farkash-Hacohen. He stressed Bahrain’s great efforts to upgrade the tourism sector and provide it with the elements that would enhance the kingdom’s standing. “The tourism openness with...
December 02, 2020

Bahrain, Israel sign tourism agreement

Bahrain's Industry and Commerce Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al-Zayani, left, held a meeting with the Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi in Jerusalem on the occasion of the Bahraini delegation’s visit to Israel. — BNA photo
Bahraini industry minister meets with Israel's foreign minister in Jerusalem
TEL AVIV — Bahrain's Industry and Commerce Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al-Zayani held a meeting with the Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi in Jerusalem on the occasion of the Bahraini delegation’s visit to Israel. Al-Zayani said that the government of Bahrain is always working to achieve the regional peace initiative led by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. During the meeting, he underlined the drive of Bahrain to constantly emphasize openness and coexistence, which have always been part of Bahrain's history. He pointed out that the second visit of the Bahraini delegation to Israel confirms the kingdom's keenness to promote peace that brings hope and creates opportunities for peoples of the Middle East, especially for future...
December 02, 2020

Bahraini industry minister meets with Israel's foreign minister in Jerusalem

A total of 4,244 swab tests were conducted over the past 24 hours, raising the total number of COVID-19 examinations in the country so far to 1,107,581. — Courtesy KUNA
Kuwait's COVID-19 cases fall below 300 again with 268 new infections
KUWAIT CITY — Kuwait recorded on Wednesday 268 new COVID-19 cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 143,260, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health.The ministry also announced two deaths due to complications caused by the deadly virus, taking the total number of fatalities to 880.According to the ministry’s spokesman Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad, there are currently 4,244 active cases in the country out of which 79 are receiving treatment in intensive care units.A total of 4,244 swab tests were conducted over the past 24 hours, raising the total number of COVID-19 examinations in the country so far to 1,107,581, Dr. Al-Sanad said.Earlier in the day, the ministry announced that a total of 509 more patients have recovered...
December 02, 2020

Kuwait's COVID-19 cases fall below 300 again with 268 new infections

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