Middle East Experience

Dubai has launched its 2025 Economic Survey to gather data from key sectors, strengthen GDP insights, and support the ambitious Dubai Economic Agenda D33
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai launches 2025 Economic Survey to boost GDP data and D33 goals

The solidarity harvest was initiated by NGOs Rabbis for Human Rights and Peace Now, shortly after an attack on Palestinians and Israelis alike harvesting olives near the village of Burin.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: NGOs, lawmakers mobilize for West Bank olive harvest amid claims of state complicity

IMF expects Abu Dhabi economy to grow by 6% and Dubai by 3.4% in 2025, with UAE leading GCC growth driven by services, and real estate
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Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: IMF forecasts 6% growth for Abu Dhabi and 3.4% for Dubai in 2025 as UAE economy leads GCC

Goldknopf’s remarks come amid controversy in the country over the issue of haredi conscription, as the IDF continues to report severe manpower shortages while Israel enters its second year of war.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: 'Disgraceful': Goldknopf slammed for comparing arrested haredi draft dodgers to hostages

ADNOC awards $14.7bn in contracts to UAE firms and unveils $24.5bn local manufacturing plan under its In-Country Value programme
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Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: ADNOC awards .7bn in UAE contracts, unveils .5 local manufacturing plan

Multiple party heads offered to provide a political safety net to ensure the peace deal passes.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Opposition heads unite to discuss toppling Netanyahu gov’t, backing Trump peace plan

At the IDF’s cyber base in Beersheba, Lt.-Col. Bar Inbar trains Israel’s next generation of cyber defenders, combining hi-tech innovation with military discipline to safeguard the nation’s security.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: IDF cyber defense training guru tells 'Post' about Iran, air defense, ChatGPT, and the future

Etihad Rail passenger service completes Dubai–Fujairah test run ahead of its 2026 launch, connecting 11 UAE cities and transforming mobility
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Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Etihad Rail passenger service on track for 2026 launch after Dubai–Fujairah test

Additionally, indictments were filed against two others who were reportingly working with the Islamic Republic.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: 23-year-old Dead Sea hotel employee arrested under suspicion of spying for Iran

Dubai DEWS savings plan, managed by DIFC, has exceeded $1bn in assets, benefitting 74,000 employees and advancing long-term economic goals
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Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Dubai’s DEWS savings scheme surpasses bn milestone