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News and updates about United Arab Emirates

Middle East leaders oppose Gaza displacement in letter to Rubio

Five Arab foreign ministers and senior PA official send letter to US Secretary of State, expressing opposition to any plans that would displace Palestinian Arabs from Gaza.

Middle East leaders oppose Gaza displacement in letter to Rubio

UAE-based company to invest in Israeli drone detection firm

Thirdeye Systems, an Israeli supplier of military technology, announces sale of 30% stake to the UAE's state-owned defense conglomerate EDGE for $10 million.

UAE-based company to invest in Israeli drone detection firm

NSC reveals:

Iran attempted to bait and abduct Israeli businessman

An individual claiming to be an Arab news agency attempted to convince an Israeli businessman to meet them in the UAE, but the individual was discovered to be an Iranian agent.

Iran attempted to bait and abduct Israeli businessman

Lebanon extradites son of Muslim Brotherhood founder to UAE

UAE detains Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, son of Muslim Brotherhood founder Yusuf al-Qaradawi, following his extradition from Lebanon.

Lebanon extradites son of Muslim Brotherhood founder to UAE

Foreign Minister Sa'ar visits Abu Dhabi

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meets with his Emirati counterpart, Abdullah bin Zayed, the first visit by an Israeli minister to the UAE since the war broke out.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar visits Abu Dhabi

Report:

Failed kidnapping led to murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

New details have emerged about the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in the UAE, indicating that the attackers intended to abduct him but murdered him when their plans went awry.

Failed kidnapping led to murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

Amid rebel advances

Assad stresses resolve 'in the face of all terrorists'

Syrian President speaks to leaders from UAE and Iraq as rebels reportedly take over Aleppo from the Syrian army.

Assad stresses resolve 'in the face of all terrorists'

Emirati official visits family of slain Rabbi

An official from the UAE came to Israel to pay his respects to Rabbi Zvi Kogan's family, staying for less than an hour before returning to his country.

Emirati official visits family of slain Rabbi

In conversation with UAE FM

Blinken condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

US Secretary of State speaks to Emirati Foreign Minister, commends actions taken by the UAE’s law enforcement authorities in response to the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan.

Blinken condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

After murder of Rabbi Kogan:

Jared Kushner donates $1 million to UAE Chabad

Trump's son-in-law and Abraham Accords architect reacts to murder of Chabad emissary in the UAE, vows to redouble efforts to build a resilient and vibrant Jewish community in Abu Dhabi and achieve peace.

Jared Kushner donates $1 million to UAE Chabad

New York Times:

Headline updated after criticism on social media

New York Times updates headline to read, "An Israeli Rabbi Is abducted and killed in UAE," only after social media took them to task for their initial reporting.

Headline updated after criticism on social media

UAE publishes photos of suspects in murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

Olimpi Tohirovich (28), Makhmudjon Abdurrahim (28), and Azizi Kamilovich (33), named as suspects in murder of Chabad-Lubavitch emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan.

UAE publishes photos of suspects in murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

'Heinous act'

WJC outraged by murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

WJC issues statement of condemnation following the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan: We condemn this heinous act in the strongest terms and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the Jewish community in the UAE.

WJC outraged by murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

'Crime against the UAE'

UAE Ambassador to the US condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

UAE Ambassador to the US, Yousef Al Otaiba, condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan: It was an attack on our homeland, on our values and on our vision.

UAE Ambassador to the US condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

'A horrific crime'

White House condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

White House National Security Council Spokesperson condemns murder of Chabad emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan: It was an assault on the UAE and its rejection of violent extremism across the board.

White House condemns murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan

New details

This is the terror cell responsible for murdering Rabbi Zvi Kogan

In recent years, Iran has established a terrorist branch based on terrorists from Uzbekistan. This cell is believed to have murdered the Chabad emissary in Dubai.

This is the terror cell responsible for murdering Rabbi Zvi Kogan

UAE Interior Ministry:

Murderers of Rabbi Zvi Kogan arrested

The Ministry of Interior of the United Arab Emirates says that three suspects were arrested for the murder of Chabad emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan. The Ministry did not mention the identity or the nationality of the suspects.

Murderers of Rabbi Zvi Kogan arrested

Friend of Rabbi Kogan z"l:

'He was prepared to die for the sake of his mission in Dubai'

'As a former IDF soldier, Zvi felt no fear. He had a magnetic joie de vivre and dedication to his mission in Dubai,' says Ari Katz, Rabbi Kogan's friend.

'He was prepared to die for the sake of his mission in Dubai'

Netanyahu vows:

'None of Rabbi Zvi Kogan's murderers will get away'

PM at Cabinet meeting expresses 'deep outrage – on behalf of myself, all members of the Government, all citizens of Israel and the entire Jewish people – over the abduction and murder of Zvi Kogan.'

'None of Rabbi Zvi Kogan's murderers will get away'

Terrorism in UAE:

NSC reiterates recommendation to avoid unnecessary trips to UAE

After the murder of Chabad emissary to UAE, Rabbi Zvi Kogan, the National Security Council reiterates recommendation to avoid unnecessary trips to the United Arab Emirates.

NSC reiterates recommendation to avoid unnecessary trips to UAE

President Herzog:

Rabbi's murder 'reminder of inhumanity of Jews' enemies'

Israeli President thanks UAE authorities for swift action in finding the body of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, the Chabad emissary who was abducted and murdered last week.

Rabbi's murder 'reminder of inhumanity of Jews' enemies'

Chabad reacts with pain to murder of emissary in UAE

Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters calls on public to 'do a mitzvah' in memory of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, whose body was found this morning.

Chabad reacts with pain to murder of emissary in UAE

Terror in UAE

Missing Chabad emissary murdered, body found

UAE announces that a body has been found during the search for Rabbi Zvi Kogan, Chabad-Lubavitch emissary to Abu Dhabi, who went missing recently. PMO confirms Rabbi Kogan was murdered.

Missing Chabad emissary murdered, body found

Missing Chabad-Lubavitch emissary may have been followed

Rabbi Zvi Kogan, suspected kidnapped from Abu Dhabi, is married to the niece of Mumbai massacre victim and Chabad-Lubavitch emissary Rabbi Gavriel Holtzberg; Kogan's vehicle received a speeding ticket on its way to Oman.

Missing Chabad-Lubavitch emissary may have been followed

Chabad-Lubavitch emissary to Abu Dhabi missing

It is suspected that hostile sources followed Rabbi Zvi Kogan, aide to Abu Dhabi's chief rabbi, and kidnapped or murdered him.

Chabad-Lubavitch emissary to Abu Dhabi missing

Report:

US considering presenting postwar plan for Gaza after election

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reportedly considering shifting from pushing for a ceasefire to presenting plan for Gaza for after the war based on Israeli and UAE ideas.

US considering presenting postwar plan for Gaza after election

Director of AAPI:

'What is needed for for Saudi Arabi to be involved in Gaza?'

Director of the Abraham Accords Peace Institute (AAPI): 'The Accords survived the war because of ties between the people, and not just the leaders. Saudi and UAE have 2 demands to be involved in Gaza.'

'What is needed for for Saudi Arabi to be involved in Gaza?'

United Arab Emirates sets condition for supporting post-war plan

The United Arab Emirates won't support a plan for 'the day after' the war between Israel and Hamas, unless Israel agrees to one condition.

United Arab Emirates sets condition for supporting post-war plan

Closed synagogues, no symbols

How Jewish life in the UAE has changed since October 7th

Former Rabbi of the UAE Rabbi Dr. Elie Abadie tells Arutz Sheva that since the war in Gaza began, Jews in the country have stopped identifying themselves openly and have stopped gathering for prayer.

How Jewish life in the UAE has changed since October 7th

Leading Emirati analyst:

A picture that powerfully illustrates the reality

Amjad Taha shared a picture of rescued hostage Qaid Farhan Al-Qadi in the hospital being treated by a Jewish doctor with his 500 thousand-plus followers. 'Congratulations to Israel and to humanity.'

A picture that powerfully illustrates the reality

Musk announces:

'Starlink is now active in a Gaza hospital'

Businessman and investor Elon Musk says his Starlink communications system is now active in a Gaza hospital with the support of Israel and the UAE.

'Starlink is now active in a Gaza hospital'

UAE expresses willingness to join multinational force in Gaza

UAE Special Envoy Lana Nusseibeh told the Financial Times that her country would send troops to Gaza if invited by the PA and if the US would lead the mission.

UAE expresses willingness to join multinational force in Gaza

'Common voice on Palestinians'

China to host Arab leaders in Beijing

China will host Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi as well as a number of other Arab leaders as it continues to seek closer ties with Arab states.

China to host Arab leaders in Beijing

Arab states' condition for joining a multinational force in Gaza

Several Arab states say they would join a multinational force to control the Gaza Strip if Israel were to accept a two-state solution.

Arab states' condition for joining a multinational force in Gaza

UAE denounces plans for Israeli administration of Gaza

The Emirates claim that any such plan would be 'providing cover for the Israeli occupation.'

UAE denounces plans for Israeli administration of Gaza

Israeli message of reassurance:

Any reaction against Iran will not endanger Arab countries

Israel conveyed a message to the countries in the region, that any retaliation for the Iranian attack, would not endanger their stability and regimes.

Any reaction against Iran will not endanger Arab countries

The "Hate the UAE Syndrome"

UAE is attacked for its principles but stands firm. Opinion.

The "Hate the UAE Syndrome"

US to Arab countries:

'Tell Iran to de-escalate tensions with Israel'

US Middle East envoy, Brett McGurk, reportedly asks foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Iraq to deliver a message to Iran urging it to lower tensions with Israel.

'Tell Iran to de-escalate tensions with Israel'

115 tons of food and water:

Ship transporting humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza

IDF accompanies ship transporting humanitarian aid from the World Central Kitchen (WCK) organization which arrived in the maritime space of the Gaza Strip.

Ship transporting humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza

With Saudi and Jordanian help:

How Israeli companies bypass the Houthi blockade

Israeli companies have begun docking in Bahrain and UAE and transporting shipments from there on trucks via Saudi Arabia and Jordan.

How Israeli companies bypass the Houthi blockade

Due to Houthi threat:

Egypt joins 'land bridge' bypassing Red Sea

Egypt to join global effort in finding a solution to Houthi threat in Red Sea. Will transport goods by land from Dubai to Mediterranean Sea.

Egypt joins 'land bridge' bypassing Red Sea

UAE suspends funding to rebuild Gaza

The UAE has declared it will support the Gaza Strip only if the USA commits to a two-state solution.

UAE suspends funding to rebuild Gaza

At COP28:

Pres. Herzog urges world leaders to press to release hostages

Attending UN Climate Conference, Israel's Pres. Herzog meets world leaders, receives promises they will push Hamas to free hostages.

Pres. Herzog urges world leaders to press to release hostages

President Herzog meets with Emerati counterpart

The President spoke about the necessity to act in any way possible to free the Israeli hostages held captive by Hamas.

President Herzog meets with Emerati counterpart

Amid hostage crisis:

President Herzog to fly to UAE to speak with world leaders

President Herzog will discuss the effort to free hostages with world leaders participating in the COP28 international climate conference.

President Herzog to fly to UAE to speak with world leaders

Plans for a new Gaza

The reconstruction of a new Gaza should be established by a regional board led by Saudi Arabia, Israel, Egypt, the US and the UAE. Op-ed.

Plans for a new Gaza

UAE:

'Hamas attacks on Israel - a serious and grave escalation'

United Arab Emirates: Appalled by reports that Israeli civilians were abducted as hostages from their homes.

'Hamas attacks on Israel - a serious and grave escalation'

I2U2 Group signs new economic Memorandum of Understanding

US brokers new private enterprise partnership initiative between Israel, India, and the UAE.

I2U2 Group signs new economic Memorandum of Understanding

UAE Foreign Minister condemns Mahmoud Abbas' antisemitic speech

Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan tells Jewish leaders the UAE condemns "irresponsible" speech blaming Jews for the Holocaust.

UAE Foreign Minister condemns Mahmoud Abbas' antisemitic speech

UAE Ambassador:

'UAE can do little to stop Israel from applying sovereignty'

Ambassador to the US Yousef al-Otaiba addresses panel marking 3rd anniversary of the Abraham Accords.

'UAE can do little to stop Israel from applying sovereignty'

Young Israelis, Emiratis, Bahrainis, Moroccans meet in DC

Coation of youths from all Abraham Accords nations mark 3rd anniversary of accords, will meet senior US officials.

Young Israelis, Emiratis, Bahrainis, Moroccans meet in DC

Minister Eliyahu visits UAE:

'I encountered genuine respect for Judaism'

Minister of Heritage first minister from current government to visit the country.

'I encountered genuine respect for Judaism'

UN vote on extension of Lebanon peacekeeping mission delayed

France, US and UAE argue over the freedom of movement of troops in UNIFIL.

UN vote on extension of Lebanon peacekeeping mission delayed

Two top American basketball teams head to Israel and the UAE

Arizona and Kansas State men’s basketball teams are headed to Israel and the UAE for Abraham Accords-inspired trip.

Two top American basketball teams head to Israel and the UAE

Lapid meets UAE foreign minister in Italy

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen: We'll make more agreements so Lapid will have others to take pictures with.'

Lapid meets UAE foreign minister in Italy

Arab countries ban travel to Lebanon due to Palestinian violence

The UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and others warn citizens not to travel to Lebanon amid clashes between Palestinian factions in Sidon.

Arab countries ban travel to Lebanon due to Palestinian violence

Iran launches military drill on UAE claimed islands

Drill meant to show 'authority and combat defense preparations of the IRGC Navy in protecting security of the Gulf and the Iranian islands.'

Iran launches military drill on UAE claimed islands

UAE condemns Ben Gvir visit to Temple Mount

UAE calls for end to "provocative violations" on Temple Mount following National Security Minister's visit to the compound.

UAE condemns Ben Gvir visit to Temple Mount

In Israel, UAE and Bahrain:

Cycling race to celebrate Abraham Accords

"The Race for Peace", which will take place in October 2024 in the three countries, is an initiative of philanthropist Sylvan Adams.

Cycling race to celebrate Abraham Accords

UAE pledges $15 million to rebuild Jenin

The money will be granted to UNRWA, the UN agency that assists “Palestinian refugees”.

UAE pledges $15 million to rebuild Jenin