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Rubio discusses Yemen with UAE, Saudi leaders
Washington, Dec 31: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held separate phone calls with the top diplomats of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, focusing on the deteriorating situation in Yemen and broader concerns affecting regional security and stability, according to official US readouts.
UAE announces termination of remaining counterterrorism personnel in Yemen in its own volition, says Ministry of Defence
Abu Dhabi, December 31: In light of the recent developments in Yemen, the United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that it is terminating the remaining counterterrorism personnel in Yemen in volition and in a manner that ensures the safety of its personnel and in coordination with the concerned partners.
UAE welcomes Saudi Arabia's efforts to support security, stability in Yemen
Abu Dhabi, December 27: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the efforts undertaken by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support security and stability in the Republic of Yemen, and commended the Kingdom's constructive role in advancing the interests of the Yemeni people and fulfilling their legitimate aspirations for stability and prosperity.
UAE strongly condemns terrorist bombing at mosque in Homs, Syria
Abu Dhabi, December 27: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist bombing at a mosque in the city of Homs in central Syria, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of a number of innocent civilians.
Jordan launches airstrikes on suspected drug networks along Syrian border
Amman, Dec 25: Jordan carried out a series of airstrikes in southern Syria's Sweida province, targeting suspected drug smuggling networks and storage sites near the border, Syrian media and a rights monitor reported.
Israeli army targets Hezbollah sites in Lebanon
Jerusalem, Dec 22: The Israeli military carried out airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Monday, saying it targetted Hezbollah sites.
Jordan confirms participation in US airstrikes on IS targets in Syria
Amman, Dec 20: The Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) on Saturday confirmed that they had taken part in US airstrikes targetting IS targets in Syria on Friday.
Israel boosts air defenses with $8.7 Billion US-backed Iron Dome expansion
Tel Aviv, November 21: Israel signed a multi-billion-dollar contract with defense contractor Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to expand serial production of the Iron Dome missile defense system, the Defense Ministry announced on Thursday.
US Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine visits Israel, fiscusses Gaza situation with IDF Chief
Tel Aviv, November 2: US Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Dan Caine visited Israel over the weekend and held discussions with Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir on the situation in Gaza and other regional issues.
Pakistan's growing role in Middle East raises concerns in US, Israel: Report
Islamabad, Oct 31: As Pakistan gains greater significance in the Middle East, concerns are likely to grow in the United States over nuclear proliferation in an increasingly volatile region, while prompting Israel to regard Islamabad as a more tangible threat to its security and survival, a report said on Friday.
Israel closes airspace at Southern Airport after Houthi drone strike
Tel Aviv, September 7: A drone launched from Yemen struck the passenger hall at Ramon Airport near Eilat on Sunday, injuring one person with shrapnel and causing another to suffer a panic attack, Israeli officials said.
New US CENTCOM Chief Admiral Brad Cooper completes first visit to Israel
Tel Aviv, September 7: The Commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, completed his first visit to Israel for talks with Israeli military leaders, as reported by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF).
Marco Rubio, Israeli FM Sa'ar reaffirm 'vital' bilateral ties, vow to push against Iran
Washington, Aug 28: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Israeli Foreign Minister Gidon Sa'ar in Washington to reaffirm the strong partnership between the two countries, a relationship both leaders described as "vital" to ensuring regional security and prosperity.
US warns its citizens against traveling to Israel, West Bank and Gaza
Washington, June 17: The US Department of State on Monday updated its travel advisory for Israel, West Bank, and Gaza to Level 4, warning Americans not to travel to the region due to heightened security risks amid Israel-Iran war.
Saudi Arabia gears up ahead of PM Modi's visit
Jeddah, April 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Saudi Arabia from April 22 to 23, 2025, at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman. This will be PM Modi's third visit to the country, following earlier visits in 2016 and 2019.
Israeli army strikes southern Lebanon after rockets targetted northern Israel
Beirut/Jerusalem, March 22: Israel carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, escalating cross-border tensions after rockets were fired into northern Israel, state-owned National News Agency (NNA) reported.
Arab League, Iraq, Egypt voice concern over Syria's security situation
Cairo/Baghdad, March 9: The Arab League (AL) has been following with great concern the security situation in Syria, the pan-Arab body said in a statement.
UAE key partner in combating global terrorism
Abu Dhabi, January 17: The United Arab Emirates' unwavering stance against terrorism reflects its conviction that the fight against terrorist groups and their supporters is a collective battle for the survival of human civilisation.