Dubai

Dubai placed on list of COVID-19 red countries

Ministry of Health announces that the UAE will be added to the list of countries with a large number of COVID-19 cases.

Emiratis and diplomats join special Shabbat dinner in Dubai

Diplomats and Emiratis join the Association of Gulf Jewish Communities for first in-person Shabbat dinner in Dubai.

Dubai museum debuts Holocaust exhibit

As anti-Semitism rises globally, Dubai museum debuts Holocaust exhibit to educate and inform.

Jewish family which fled Yemen marks son's Bar Mitzvah in Dubai

After fleeing Houthi radicals in Yemen and reuniting with relatives in the UAE, one Jewish family celebrates Bar Mitzvah in Dubai.

A first in Dubai: Matzah-making event for kids

Dozens of children from the Jewish community in Dubai gathered to make matzot for the upcoming Passover holiday.

Israeli and Emirati companies sign greentech innovation deal

Initial projects to focus on commercial and residential real estate developments in Dubai.

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.'

'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.

Watch: Israelis trash Corona Hotel

Israeli tourists required to isolate upon return from Dubai complained they weren't notified in advance by the Min of Health - and rioted.

How does Dubai fight corona compared to Israel?

There is a crucial difference between the response of the population of Dubai and that of Israel. Op-ed.

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".

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.

1 in 100 Israelis returning from Dubai bring COVID with them

Many other countries require a negative test result before permitting entry. Why doesn't Israel?

Watch: Israelis wait for rescue flights from Dubai

Activist Ezri Tubi recorded Israelis waiting for flights from Dubai, hoping to arrive in Israel before isolation obligation takes effect.

'Made in Israel' boutique hats in Dubai

Ornella Gaz travels to Dubai to market her hat designs to women in the UAE.

Israeli Chief Rabbi in historic visit to United Arab Emirates

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef officiates over special ceremony at Jewish Community Center in Dubai, celebrating UAE recognition of Jewish community.

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

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

Watch: Torah dedication in Dubai

With joy and tears, Torah dedicated to Dubai synagogue.

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.

Syrian entrepreneur donates synagogue in Dubai

"When they heard that I'm Israeli, we made a deal - nothing like this ever happened before!"

Israelis in Dubai - Like father like daughter

Meet Karen Mazor, manager of investments at Bank Hapoalim in Dubai, who describes her special connection to the region.

The Indian Muslim who fell in love with the Hebrew letters

We meet Thoufeek Zakariya, an Indian Muslim livng in Dubai. Zakariya is an expert in Hebrew-Arabic Calligraphy

Watch: Hanukkah candle lighting below world's tallest building

Photographer Shuki Lehrer, currently in Dubai, decided to light Hanukkah candles in the shadow of the Burj Khalifa.

Watch: Afternoon 'Mincha' prayers in the deserts of Dubai

Mincha prayer before sunset held in the heart of the desert in Dubai.

'Dubai Desert Safari': Awaiting Israelis, learning the culture

Watch: After a bumpy extreme 4X4 ride we meet Steve from 'Desert Safari' in Dubai, who is excited to host the Israeli tourists.

Will the UAE be defined a 'red country'?

Health Ministry reportedly considering changing status of UAE after 17 Israelis who visited there contracted coronavirus.

J'lem center and Dubai museum vow to strengthen Jewish-Arab ties

Jerusalem heritage center and Dubai museum sign memorandum of understanding, vowing to work together to strengthen ties between Jews, Arabs.

Historic agreement brings Samaria to Dubai

Delegation from Samaria signs agreement in Dubai to export Samaria honey, wine, olive oil, and tahini to the UAE.

Hundreds of Israelis barred from UAE to be granted entry visas

Israeli Foreign Ministry intervenes after hundreds of Israelis denied entry into UAE.

PM to 1st Israir pilot to fly to Dubai: You brought peace closer

PM Netanyahu, Transportation Minister Regev congratulate pilot of first Israir commercial flight to Dubai upon the flight's landing.

Watch: When a Dubai tourist visits the Western Wall

Video posted online shows Emirati tourist visiting the Old City of Jerusalem. Hassidic Jew welcomes him warmly saying: "Salam Alaikum!"

Flydubai's first scheduled Dubai-Tel Aviv flight

Budget airline flydubai launches direct flights to Tel Aviv, the first scheduled commercial service between the two cities.

Watch: Israeli delegation featuring 6 Arabs visits Dubai

Adv. Ben-Dror Yemini says residents of Dubai very cordial towards Israelis, encourages others to visit.

Ivanka Trump shares video of Israeli products in Dubai market

Daughter of US president shares video showing "fruits" of her father's efforts for peace in a Dubai supermarket.

El Al to operate 14 weekly flights to Dubai

The airline will operate 3 flights on Sunday and Thursday and 2 flights on other days of the week.

Were two Israelis arrested in Dubai?

According to intial reports, 2 Israelis were arrested after photographing a government facility. Dubai denies report, calling it a "rumor".

Jason Greenblatt's daughter engaged - in Dubai

Former US Special Envoy to the Middle East announces surprise engagement of daughter during visit to the UAE.

Settlers in Dubai

Delegation of businessmen leaves for Dubai, led by Samaria Council head, who announced desalination technology export from Samaria to UAE.

Direct flights to Dubai begin in December

Israir will offer a round trip to Dubai starting at $280. The first flight will be held in early December in honor of UAE National Day.

Taxi driver in Dubai: I love Netanyahu

Dubai taxi driver expresses admiration for PM. "He’s doing fantastic work for the Jewish people. He’s a patriot."

New York Rabbi Elie Abadie moves to Dubai

Leading New York rabbi returns to the Middle East. 'I feel like I’m coming home to my roots.'

Emirati and Israeli women meet in Dubai

Women met for the first time as part of the Gulf-Israel Women's Forum, a division of the UAE-Israel Business Council

Sukkah built in Dubai

Sukkah built in front of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai ahead of the Sukkot holiday which begins at sundown on Friday.

'I discovered my Jewish ancestry - and finally got citizenship'

Dubai-born lecturer living in UK discovers that her 'Palestinian' father was actually of Jewish ancestry - earning her Spanish citizenship.

Bye Bye Dubai- is it halakhically permissible to fly to the UAE?

Israelis are already planning their trips, but reading Fishman is probably going to save you the price of the ticket.

Armani Hotel Dubai to host first Kosher restaurant in the UAE

Armani Hotel Dubai to add new upscale kosher dining experience to the world’s tallest building.

El Al announces weekly cargo flights to Dubai

Ahead of peace treaty with UAE, El Al announces launch of new cargo flight route to Dubai to carry agricultural and hi-tech goods.

First emissaries to Dubai Jewish community

World Zionist Organization to send its first ever emissaries to the Jewish community of an Arab nation in wake of Israel-UAE peace deal.

Israeli reporter faints on live television

Reporter in Dubai covering Israel-UAE peace deal collapses from heat exhaustion during broadcast.

Kiddush, Torah learning, and gefilte fish in Dubai

President of UAE Jewish community speaks of the acceptance the community has received in Dubai, from the people and the government.

Torah class in the United Arab Emirates

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

Dubai police chief calls to normalize ties with Israel

'It's meaningless not to recognize Israel,' former police chief Dhahi Khalfan Tamim says.

Dubai Jewish community gets first shipment of kosher meat

Shipment of glatt kosher meat arrives in Dubai, in time for Shavuot holiday. 'Until now we were like partisans, now everything has changed.'

Foreign Minister cancels trip to Dubai

Israeli security organizations pressure Foreign Min. Katz to cancel upcoming trip to United Arab Emirates.

Israel will attend Dubai Exhibition 2020

Israel's participation in international event agreed in secret visit by Foreign Ministry Director; FM Katz: 'Upgrade in Israel's status.'

United Arab Emirates will build first official synagogue

Synagogue, slated to be completed by 2022, will be part of multi-faith complex called the Abrahamic Family House in capital Abu Dhabi.

Israel to take part in Dubai Expo 2020

PM Netanyahu says participation shows Israel's 'rising status' in world, region.

For the first time, kosher food available in Dubai

Kosher catering company opens in Dubai, expects to serve all of the Gulf States.