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Dubai unveiled what is claimed to be the world’s fastest and most expensive “ambulance responder” at EXPO 2020 on Friday, according to the Emirates national media WAM.The vehicle, called ‘HyperSport Responder’ was developed by Dubai-based W Motors, who are best known for their Lykan HyperSport.The Lykan HyperSport rose to global fame when it made an appearance in the Hollywood blockbuster movie Fast & Furious 7.For the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The responder vehicle reportedly costs $3.5 million (AED 13 million) and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 2.8 seconds, with a top speed of 400 kilometers per hour, according to the WAM report.It comes equipped with 440 diamonds lined in the front LED headlights, a gold-plated interior roof and an interior upholstery that features gold stitched leather, according to WAM.“The car’s speed and capabilities can significantly reduce response time during emergencies and ensure timely intervention,” said Khalifa bin Darrai, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services (DCAS) in the original WAM report.There are now reportedly 331 vehicles in the DCAS fleet that respond to emergencies across the emirate.Read more:Saudi authorities arrest influencer selling counterfeit designer products on SnapchatFrance arrests mother after boy, 10, found dead in suitcase outside ParisSix missiles target Baghdad airport, drone shot down: Reports
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Dubai unveils world’s ‘fastest, most expensive’ first responder

Saudi Arabia has recorded 3,913 new COVID-19 cases and two virus-related deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health.This brings the total deaths caused by the virus to 8,933, while the critical case count was 878 on Saturday compared to 869 on January 28.Daily reported cases in the Kingdom have dropped below 4,000 for the first time since January 9, 2022.For more coronavirus news, visit our dedicated page.Saudi Arabia recorded its first omicron case in early December, thought to have come from an undisclosed north African country. The total number of cases in the Kingdom has now reached 679,384.Meanwhile, 4,284 individuals have recovered from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, adding to the total recovery tally of 630,816.So far, the Kingdom has administered 56,653,395 vaccine doses. Health authorities continue with the Kingdom’s vaccination plan in an effort to get the majority of the population vaccinated.Read more:Canada truckers head for Ottawa to protest vaccine mandateFake news, disinformation on COVID, is human rights violation: Pope FrancisCOVID-19 cases plateauing in parts of India but omicron still surges
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Full Article: Saudi Arabia reports further drop in daily COVID-19 cases with 3,913 new infections

Hamas supporters claimed that the Palestinian Authority and Israel were behind the new campaign. 
Source: Jerusalem Post
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Tunisia security agencies have become more efficient in the counter terrorism fight, Western diplomats say..
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The resource, titled "A Very Brief Guide to Antisemitism," helps describe the difference between antisemitism and criticism of Israeli government policies, among other issues.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Rabbinic human rights group T'ruah releases antisemitism guide

Authorities airlifted an Indian national to Rashid Hospital after a medical emergency occurred at the Anantara World Islands Resort, according to a Dubai Police report.The Dubai Police Air Wing transported the patient after marine rescue teams were unable to reach the location owing to “bad weather” and “low visibility,” according to the same report.For the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Colonel Pilot Khalfan al-Mazrouei, Deputy Director of the Air Wing Center, said that visibility was “less than 1500 meters, and the wind speed reached 40 knots,” causing severe turbulence in the sea, according to police report.The World Islands is a group of small, artificial area in the Persian Gulf, off the coast of Dubai.The emergency transport was arranged in collaboration with the Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services.Pilots and paramedics took off from the Al Maktoum International Airport to transport the patient, who is in her thirties, and now in “stable condition,” according to the authorities.Read more:Dubai unveils world’s ‘fastest, most expensive’ first responderUAE tackles banned weapons financing, awaits dirty money list decisionIsrael’s president to make first-ever state visit to UAE
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Dubai Police airlifts woman with medical emergency from island resort off UAE coast

Sheikh Tamim seeks a bigger share of the European market for Qatar’s burgeoning offshore gas production..
Source: Albawaba
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The surprise announcement of the Giants Brigades followed two drone-and-missile attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militias on the UAE..
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Erdogan also said Turkish-Israeli relations were “important for security and stability in the Middle East.”..
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Says PM’s remarks to ‘Post’ expose his ‘extremist and anti-peace ideology’
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: PA slams Bennett for opposing Palestinian state