Dubai Police to host expanded esports event amid UAE gaming push: What to know

The UAE wants to grow its esports sector as part of its economic diversification plans, mirroring a similar endeavor in neighboring Saudi Arabia.

United Arab Emirates

Landmark $18.7B Santos-ADNOC takeover delayed: What to know

Santos said in a statement that the due diligence period, initially set for six weeks, has been extended until Aug. 22.

United Arab Emirates

How an Arabic translation firm from Jordan became a Gulf AI player

Tarjama, now based in Dubai, recently raised $15 million to accelerate the rollout of an Arabic-language AI platform for businesses in the Middle East.

Jordan

UAE looks to boost Russia trade to $23B despite Trump tariff threats

The two countries signed a trade agreement focusing on several key sectors, including fintech, health care, logistics, transportation and services.

United Arab Emirates

Newsletter: City Pulse Dubai

From the UAE to Japan, artists converge for Louvre Abu Dhabi's Art Here 2025

Shadow play at the Louvre, luxe towers and a glimpse into the past

By Rebecca Anne Proctor

In Dubai, reporting on culture

UAE president heads to Russia to meet Putin as ties grow: What to know

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan is heading to Moscow on Thursday for an official visit, his second in less than a year as Russian-Emirati relations continue to develop rapidly.

United Arab Emirates

UAE’s ADNOC inks 10-year gas deal with India: What to know

The UAE is seeking to export more gas to India as domestic consumption is projected to rise in the South Asian country.

United Arab Emirates

Despite travel warning, Israel says diplomatic missions in UAE remain open: What to know

The developments come as Israeli Ambassador Yossi Shelley faces growing scrutiny over his behavior in the UAE, with media reports suggesting diplomatic tensions and possible internal discussions about his future in the role.

Israel

Newsletter: City Pulse Dubai

Bubble Land in Dubai: Naeemeh Kazemi’s surreal new show

A surrealist show at Alserkal, a Nordic-Japanese feast, and the UAE’s cultural reach in Osaka.

By Rebecca Anne Proctor

In Dubai, reporting on culture

Analysis

Middle East braces for Trump's tariffs: Gulf gains, North Africa strains as both hedge

The tariffs could be wins for the Gulf states, as many have trade surpluses with the United States, while some in North Africa and the Levant, with trade deficits, stand to lose.

By Jack Dutton

In Bristol, reporting on regional business, climate change, AI, tech

Analysis

As Netanyahu backs Israel’s ambassador to UAE, controversy exposes rift with Abu Dhabi

Yossi Shelley, Israel’s ambassador to the UAE, finds himself in hot water after series of reports about his problematic behavior and grumblings from his Emirati hosts.

By Rina Bassist

In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs

Interview

Growing Chinese competition in Mideast car market 'key challenge,' Ford says

Chinese automotive companies are increasing their market share and are projected to capture 34% of the Middle East and Africa market by 2030, according to one analysis.

Ravi Ravichandran

President of Ford Middle East and North Africa