January 2025

Israel alleged on Wednesday that the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) is full of Hamas operatives and reaffirmed its commitment to end ties with the agency this week."UNRWA equals…

Israel said on Wednesday that 11 more hostages held in Gaza, including five Thais, would be freed over two days this week as part of a fragile Gaza ceasefire.Prime Minister…

Hurras al-Din, which split from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham after the latter distanced itself from al-Qaeda, had led attacks against Syrian government forces and Russian interests in Syria. Source: Al Monitor…

Columns of Palestinians carrying what belongings they could headed to north Gaza on Tuesday for a second straight day, after Israel permitted their passage in accordance with an ongoing ceasefire."I'm…

Conditions include a new regime stopping Hezbollah smuggling and do not rely solely on UNDOF. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Israel must set conditions for Syria withdrawal, 6 month stay…

Trump did not give a date for the face-to-face meeting but said it would take place "very soon." Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Netanyahu to visit Washington amid hostage-ceasefire deal,…

Oman to mark Isra and Mi’raj with three-day holiday Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Oman announces 3-day holiday 

Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported growth data to show increase in activity Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Dubai Chamber of Commerce adds 70,500 companies as exports pas bn

Saudi Arabia has expanded its Professional Verification service to 160 countries Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Saudi Arabia announces major update for recruitment from 160 countries

Sharjah has approved monthly financial support to top-up financial payments for retirees Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Sharjah announces ,800-a-month support for retirees