United Arab Emirates

Netanyahu visit to UAE cancelled at last minute

PMO says delay in Jordan approving flight path led to decision to cancel visit to Abu Dhabi. New date not yet set.

Report: UAE visit 'delayed' because Jordan hasn't approved route

PM Netanyahu won't travel to United Arab Emirates this week - because Jordan hasn't approved the flight route, report says.

Report: Netanyahu may meet Saudi crown prince in UAE

PM reportedly to seek to meet with Saudi leader in addition to Abu Dhabi crown prince in visit to UAE.

Behind the scenes of Netanyahu's visit to the UAE

PM sends Mossad chief to pressure UAE to invite him to visit Abu Dhabi 2 weeks before Knesset elections.

Netanyahu to make first trip to UAE tomorrow

Israeli PM to fly to Abu Dhabi Thursday, meet with Crown Prince of the UAE in historic visit to the Arab Gulf.

A Gulf-Israel defense alliance to face Iran and end PA conflict

A safe Sunni bloc is necessary for a safe Israel as Iran attempts to attack Israel from near and far. Opinion.

Netanyahu meets UAE Ambassador: We are changing the world

The two discuss the potential for developing regional and bilateral joint projects in a wide range of areas.

UAE ambassador, Ashkenazi discuss regional security pact

The first ambassador to Israel from UAE arrived in Tel Aviv, discussed anti-Iran security pact with FM Gabi Ashkenazi.

'The entire Israeli people welcomes you with joy'

President Reuven Rivlin receives diplomatic credentials from the first Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Israel.

Israel pulls out of UAE military expo citing Iran threat

Israel pulled out of biggest regional military expo featuring 900 companies from over 50 countries in Abu Dhabi due for fear of attack.

Report: Israel, Saudi, Bahrain and UAE in talks on alliance

Israel reportedly in talks with Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates on establishing four-nation defense alliance.

Report: UAE ambassador to Israel to begin term next week

UAE’s first ambassador to Israel expected to arrive in Israel this coming Monday, senior officials say.

UAE sends 20,000 vaccine doses to Gaza

The delivery was reportedly orchestrated by Mohammed Dahlan, the chief political rival of PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Abbas rival says UAE will deliver vaccines to Gaza

Mohammed Dahlan announces the UAE is sending 20,000 doses of the Russian coronavirus vaccine to Gaza.

Jews of the Gulf states unite

Rabbi Dr. Elie Abadie, the Rabbi of the new Association of Gulf Jewish Communities, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the new unifying initiative

Mohamed Mahmoud Al Khaja sworn in as UAE Ambassador to Israel

Vows to respect UAE constitution and laws, work sincerely to prioritize UAE interests, keep State secrets while performing diplomatic tasks

UAE appoints ambassador to Israel

Mohammed Mahmoud Al Khajah sworn in as the UAE's ambassador to Israel.

UAE soccer team to play two friendlies with Maccabi Haifa

UAE-based Al-Ain soccer team will play Maccabi Haifa in two friendlies after the two signed a cooperation agreement.

Blinken speaks to UAE Foreign Minister

Conversation takes place days after Biden administration halted sale of F35 to UAE.

Plot to attack UAE embassy in Ethiopia foiled

15 arrested, weapons and explosives seized in planned assault on UAE embassy,

UAE confident F-35 deal will go through

UAE ambassador to Washington says he is confident the sale of F-35 jets will go through after review by Biden administration.

Biden admin. halts weapons sale to Saudi Arabia, UAE

American geopolitical expert says US wants to 'make sure American technology isn't leaked to China, Russia.'

UAE Jewish community joins Jewish Agency Tu B'Shvat celebrations

Families from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Israel and Chicago. join together for historic Tu B'Shvat celebrations.

Netanyahu aides apologize to UAE over COVID accusations

Confidants of Netanyahu apologized to their Emirati counterparts for comments made by Ministry of Health official on Dubai's role in crisis.

Dubai: Mezuzah placed on office of the Israel Diamond Exchange

Senior UAE rabbi places mezuzah on door of new Israel Diamond Exchange representative in Dubai. 'Inclusiveness drives country's strength.'

Blinken: We very much support the Abraham Accords

Secretary of State explains halt of F-35 sale to UAE is a typical move when a new administration comes in.

'More died during peace with Dubai than during war with them'

Health Ministry's Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis concerned over flights to UAE which have contributed to rise in virus cases in Israel.

Israeli missions open in Dubai, Rabat

Ambassador David Govrin arrives to head first Israeli mission to Morocco in 20 years as new consulate opened in the UAE.

PA complains to UN over UAE-Samaria deals

Palestinian Authority demands the UN punish the UAE for the trade deals which were signed between Samaria and UAE bussinesses.

Israelis can now send mail to the UAE

'Connection will allow tightening of commercial ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates,'

'F-35 to the Emirates? This is at the expense of our security'

Former Minister Matan Vilnai tells Arutz Sheva that Israel should be very concerned about the US sale of F-35 aircraft to the UAE.

Israel opens embassy in UAE

Ambassador Eitan Na'eh arrives in Abu Dhabi, officially opening Israel's embassy in the United Arab Emirates.

UAE approves opening of embassy in Israel

United Arab Emirates announces plans to open embassy in Tel Aviv, after cabinet approves embassy plan.

How Israel can navigate uncharted waters

Israel should also seek non-EU alliances, form a bloc with countries that do not ban Israeli scientists due to where they live.Op-ed.

UAE signs agreement to purchase F-35s from US

UAE and US sign agreement on sale of F-35 jets and armed drones just before Trump leaves office.

Trouble in Paradise? Israelis behaving badly in the Emirates

Reports of Israeli tourists to the UAE are becoming the norm, as tends of thousands flock to the Gulf oasis.

UAE delays Israeli visa exemption by 6 months due to coronavirus

Israelis traveling to UAE will need to secure tourist visa prior to flight, UAE announces, as coronavirus pandemic continues.

Approved: Hotel isolation for returnees from UAE and Brazil

Anyone returning from the UAE and Brazil will be required to isolate in a hotel as of 1:00 a.m. on Monday.

Hamas credits Abbas rival for aid to Gaza

Hamas thanks Mahmoud Dahlan, longtime rival of PA chairman, for his help in securing assistance to Gaza from the UAE.

UAE reunites Yemenite Jewish families

UAE officials facilitated the reunification of two Yemenite Jewish families separated by decades of war and financial woes.

Watch: Iranian cell plotting to attack Israelis nabbed in Dubai

UAE intelligence agencies have reportedly arrested an Iranian terrorist cell planning to target Israeli tourists.

UAE denies thwarting attempted Iranian terrorist attack

UAE says reports in Israel that it foiled attempted Iranian attack in Dubai "are wholly false".

Seven reasons for the ‘post-jihadist’ milieu

Numerous factors have come together to help the Arab world transition out of the era of jihadism and into a mode of progress.Opinion.

UAE'S leading telecom group launches Israel-based channels

Etisalat announces launch of i24NEWS on eLife and Switch TV channels

Report: UAE thwarted Iranian terror attack in Dubai

The attack was to take place on the anniversary of the killing of top commander Qassem Soleimani.

Watch: 2021 Burj Khalifa fireworks in Dubai

Impressive fireworks display lights up the sky over Dubai as 2021 begins.

IAF Commander opposes US sale of F-35 to UAE

Air Force commander says a situation in which more advanced aircraft are moving in the region is less ideal for Israel.

Report: Israel and UAE working together to terminate UNRWA

UAE officials reportedly considering to let UN agency for "Palestinian refugees" to "gradually disappear."

Historic visit of the Sephardic Chief Rabbi to the UAE

UAE's Religious Tolerance Minister tells Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef: "We're all family here."

Delegation from UAE, Bahrain concludes 'historic' Israel visit

Arutz Sheva speaks with delegation member, who describes some of highlights of the trip - including the Western Wall and a Shabbat dinner.

UAE pro-Israel activist on 1st visit: 'Felt like celebrities'

Emirati social media activist Majid Al Sarrah on his 1st Israel visit, trip to Kotel: 'I thank God for being there.'

Over 50,000 Israelis have visited UAE since peace deal signing

Dubai Jewish center building luxury mikvah, as Israeli tourists flock to the UAE.

'Do not appoint Avi Dichter as UAE ambassador'

Human rights organizations in Gaza urge Arab League to speak out appointment of Avi Dichter as Israeli ambassador to the UAE.

Watch: Doves of peace released in Dubai

Rabbis, imams, and businessmen release doves in honor of peace treaty between Israel and the United Arab Emirates.

Watch: Arabs from Gulf states light Hanukkah candles at Kotel

Western Wall rabbi to healthcare workers and doctors: You teach us every day what heroism is.

From Samaria to supermarkets and hotels in Dubai

Honey and olive oil from Samaria will be sold in supermarkets in Dubai, wine in hotels. Shomron mayor: 'New page in business.'

Arab billionaire: Family unity before business

Entrepreneur Mohamed Alabbar says normalization with Israel is about more than business. 'Can we meet each other first?'

UAE soccer association to sign agreement with Israel

UAE’s soccer association announces it will sign a memorandum of understanding with the Israeli soccer association on Monday in Dubai.

UAE, Bahrain ambassadors join Hanukkah candle lighting

Ambassador Ron Dermer holds virtual Hanukkah candle lighting with the Ambassadors of Bahrain and the UAE to the US.

UAE, Bahrain welcome Morocco-Israel agreement

Countries which previously normalized ties with Israel welcome Morocco's announcement that it is doing the same.