Abu Dhabi

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.

It’s safer to wear a kippah in Abu Dhabi than in much of Europe

The combination of religious tolerance and strict laws against violence created the feeling that it was safer to walk with a kippah in Abu Dhabi than in Paris, Amsterdam or other European cities where Jews have recently been harassed and attacked. We must restore that feeling. Opinion.

'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.

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.

Rabbi Kogan's friend:

'He connected with everyone, Chabad emissaries lowered profile'

Dudi Rubinstein, a friend of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, speaks about his friend's dedicated work and the decision of Chabad emissaries in the UAE to 'lower their profile.'

Murder:

Shocked responses to heinous murder of Chabad Rabbi

'We are shocked and pained by the heinous murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, Chabad's emissary in Abu Dhabi. This blatantly antisemitic attack reminds us that hatred of Jews exists everywhere,' says Yaakov Hagoel, chairman of the World Zionist Organization.

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-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.

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.

Israeli man killed in stabbing in Dubai

Acre man 'known to police' killed in Dubai.

The Emirates' Jewish community prepares for Passover

The Passover Seder will be carried out in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where Jews from across the globe celebrate together around the holiday table.

Historic first:

Israel, UAE jointly present new unmanned marine system

Joint Israeli-UAE unmanned maritime demonstration performing a range of military and commercial missions held in Abu Dhabi.

For first time:

Israeli company to participate in UAE military exhibition

Elbit Systems will present various military technologies, including missile systems and drones at the IDEX military exhibition in Abu Dhabi.

Music of peace:

Israel's National Anthem performed in Abu Dhabi

Never before has the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra played the Israeli national anthem, HaTikvah, in an Arab country.

UAE Pres. to Herzog: Abraham Accords achieving their goals

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Abu Dhabi.

Herzog lands in Abu Dhabi, received by UAE Foreign Minister

President Isaac Herzog lands in Abu Dhabi and is received by UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Top Israeli hospital to collaborate with UAE health-tech firm

Sheba Medical Center, G42 Healthcare, to collaborate on major healthcare investments, innovations, and research projects.

Death sentence commuted for Israeli citizen in UAE

Israeli Arab woman sentenced to death for possessing 0.5 kilos of cocaine in Abu Dhabi has sentenced commuted, will receive prison instead.

American Jewish Committee opens first office in an Arab country

AJC Abu Dhabi’s The Sidney Lerner Center for Arab-Jewish Understanding opens eighteen months after the Abraham Accords.

Fire breaks out following explosion in Abu Dhabi building

Explosion believed to have been caused by a gas cylinder. Fire extinguished, no injuries reported.

Pres, Herzog visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog conclude historic visit to UAE with tour of magnificent Mosque.

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Israel's national anthem played at the royal palace of Abu Dhabi

UAE marks President Herzog's visit with Israeli national anthem at royal palace as Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed meets with Israeli president.

President Herzog lands in Abu Dhabi

President and first lady welcomed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates.

Bennett speaks to Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

PM speaks to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, expresses condolences, support after terror attack in Abu Dhabi.

Explosions reported on oil tankers in UAE

Apparent drone attack in Abu Dhabi, with three explosions reported on oil tankers and airport. Iran-backed militia claims responsibility.

PM concludes 'successful meeting' with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

Bennett, in first such visit of a n Israeli PM to Abu Dhabi, discusses ways to strengthen Israel -UAE relationship in many areas.

Abu Dhabi prince invites Pres. Herzog for a visit

President Herzog holds 'warm and friendly' conversation with the UAE Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed.

Kazakh athlete disrespects Israeli anthem

After 17-year-old Israeli won gold medal at Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Abu Dhabi, his Kazakh competitor knelt during the anthem.

PM Bennett speaks with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Bennett thanked the Crown Prince for opening the UAE Embassy in Israel and hosting Foreign Minister Yair Lapid.

'Worse than Google Translate': LIkud members mock Lapid's tweet

'8th grade level of English, it isn't our problem you didn't pass high school English,' says Yair Netanyahu, mocking Foreign Minister.

US praises opening of Israeli embassy in UAE

Foreign Minister Lapid affixes mezuzah on doorpost of Israel's newly opened embassy in Abu Dhabi.

Lapid: Thank you Netanyahu, architect of the Abraham Accords

Foreign Minister Lapid offers his thanks to former PM Netanyahu for Abraham Accords, unveils new Israeli embassy in United Arab Emirates.

FM Yair Lapid to make first-ever official Israeli visit to UAE

During two-day visit, Lapid will preside over opening of Israeli embassy in Abu Dhabi, consulate in Dubai.

Israel to open economic attaché office in Abu Dhabi

The office will aim to attract foreign investment and boost economic relations with Gulf states and the broader Arab world.

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.

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.

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.

Israeli delegation backs out of arms fair due to fears of attack

Israeli delegation, scheduled to participate in Abu Dhabi arms fair, cancels participation due to fears Iran will avenge scientists' deaths.

Because of 'Holy Temple':

Emirates airline Etihad removes video about Israel

Abu Dhabi's airline, Etihad Airways, forced to remove promotional video after recommending passengers visit 'Second Temple'.

First ever joint venture between Hadassah & Abu Dhabi hospitals

Two doctors, one from Jerusalem & another from Abu Dhabi, organized an international conference on pediatric intensive care.

Netanyahu's secret meeting in Abu Dhabi

Two years ago, Prime Minister Netanyahu secretly traveled to the UAE for a meeting with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.

Watch: Blowing the shofar in Abu Dhabi

Israeli delegation holds morning shaharit prayers in United Arab Emirates capital city ahead of talks with UAE leaders.

UAE crown prince: We're committed to a Palestinian state

Abu Dhabi crown prince says agreement with Israel is a sovereign decision in the favor of peace.

PM speaks to captain of first Israel-UAE flight

'You are now about to open the door to a different kind of peace – peace with investments, peace with tourism, peace with very many fruits'

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Historic Israeli flight to UAE lands in Abu Dhabi

First commercial flight from Israel to Arab Gulf lands in Abu Dhabi. US, Israeli delegations to be met by welcoming ceremony ahead of talks.

UAE plane with assistance for PA lands in Israel

For second time, Etihad cargo plane carrying coronavirus aid for the PA lands at Ben Gurion Airport.

Torah class in the United Arab Emirates

Jewish communities of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, hold largest-ever Torah conference in Arab world.

History at Ben Gurion Airport:

Plane arrives from Abu Dhabi to Israel for first time

Etihad Airways plane lands in Israel after direct flight from Abu Dhabi. Medical equipment for PA on plane.

Revolutionary meeting:

Israeli Foreign Minister visits Abu Dhabi

First trip by a senior Israeli minister to an Arab country immediately following the Bahrain conference.

Rabbi invited to Abu Dhabi by the Pope

Foundation for Ethnic Understanding President Rabbi Marc Schneier hails recognition of Jewish community of Dubai.

What was Gabbay doing in Abu Dhabi?

Labor party chairman reportedly secretly visited Abu Dhabi last month and met with senior UAE officials.

Israeli journalist interrogated in Abu Dhabi

A Channel 2 journalist attempting to cover the Judo Grand Slam in Abu Dhabi interrogated by Emirati security forces for thirteen hours

Minister heads to Dubai as Israel makes diplomatic push in Gulf

Israeli minister calls for 'peace and security' during visit to Dubai, the latest event in Israel's bid for closer ties with Gulf states.

Watch: Israeli minister visits Grand Mosque of Abu Dhabi

Culture Minister Miri Regev invited to visit largest mosque in United Arab Emirates.

UAE judo competition to treat Israelis equally

Abu Dhabi Grand Slam reinstated after its organizers promise equal treatment to Israeli athletes.

Israel wins 2 gold medals at Abu Dhabi ju-jitsu competition

Israeli team takes home medals as country erased from map, national anthem not played at international competition.

'We scored a knockout against boycotters'

Minister Miri Regev praises Israeli Judo team's performance in Abu Dhabi, despite the tournament's refusal to recognize Israel.

Report: UAE will stop discrimination against Israeli athletes

Israeli athletes participating in Abu Dhabi judo tournament will be permitted to do so with Israeli flag and Israeli national symbols.

Israeli Judoka wins gold medal

Israeli Tal Flicker takes gold at Judo Grand Slam in Abu Dhabi after Arab nation bans participants from wearing Israeli flags.

Israelis can’t have flag in Abu Dhabi judo tournament

Israeli judokas participating in the Grand Slam event in Abu Dhabi will not be able to compete under their country’s flag or hear 'Hatikva.'