Author: Editorial Team

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) summoned Omar Abdulmajid Hamid Al Obaidi, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Iraq in the country and handed him a strongly worded protest note over attacks launched from Iraqi territory. In the note, the UAE has conveyed its condemnation in the strongest terms and its absolute rejection of the continued heinous terrorist attacks launched from Iraqi territory, carried out by factions, militias, and armed terrorist groups affiliated with Iran. These attacks were launched despite the announcement…

MADRID, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — In stage 1 of O Gran Camiño, Julius Johansen rocketed to the first professional victory of his career. The UAE Team Emirates-XRG powerhouse produced an epic ride against the clock to win the individual time trial and move into the race lead. Completing the 15km-long course in 17 minutes and 43 seconds, the 26-year-old was ultimately 15 seconds faster than the second-placed-rider on the day, Rafael Reis (Anicolor/Campicarn). With this victory, Johansen takes the overall lead of the race, ahead of Rafael Reis and Nelson Oliveira. As Johansen was storming to a memorable first…

SHARJAH, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held an expanded meeting with the Hotels Sector Business Group’s representative committee to explore the launch of a joint promotional campaign for domestic tourism amid rising market activity. The Hotels Sector Business Group, which operates under the Sharjah Chamber, serves as a key interface between hospitality establishments and relevant government entities. The Initiative aligns with SCCI’s strategy to foster a competitive and growth-oriented business environment, while advancing Sharjah’s broader objectives of economic diversification and positioning the emirate as a leading regional and global tourism and cultural…

BRUSSELS, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday that the EU-developed age verification application for digital platforms is technically ready and will be rolled out soon, in a move aimed at limiting children’s access to social media. Speaking at a press conference in Brussels alongside Henna Virkkunen, Eurpoean Commision Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy, von der Leyen said the EU is moving quickly to enforce its digital rules and will hold platforms fully accountable. She said the new tool would provide parents, teachers and caregivers with stronger means to…

The UAE has strongly condemned a shooting incident that took place at a school in Turkey on Wednesday, April 15, and resulted in several deaths and injuries. A 14-year-old armed with five guns opened fire at a Turkish school on Wednesday, killing nine people, wounding 13, and sparking scenes of mayhem as students jumped out of windows to escape. The attack in the southern province of Kahramanmaras province was Turkey’s second such incident in as many days, shocking a country where school shootings are a rare occurrence. Interior Minister Mustafa Ciftci confirmed nine deaths, with 13 wounded — six in…

Cisco today released its inaugural State of Wireless Report, revealing that wireless has evolved into a strategic growth engine in the UAE, where a single network investment drives compounding returns across operational efficiency, employee productivity, customer engagement, and revenue. Abdelilah Nejjari, Managing Director for Gulf and Levant at Cisco, believes that if enterprises adopt a more strategic approach to wireless technology then it will in turn drive better outcomes for their business. Based on findings from Cisco’s State of Wireless Report in the UAE, organizations across the country are reaching an inflection point in connectivity demand, and those that prioritize…

iCAUR will host its 2026 International Business Summit in April, bringing together partners, media, and creators for a multi-day immersive experience. Building on strong momentum in Saudi Arabia, the V27 has already gained attention through local test drives. Rather than focusing on speeches, the summit will center on real-world scenarios and interactive experiences, connecting products, technology, and lifestyle in a tangible way. From Introduction to ImmersionThe summit will open with the Global Partner Conference, where iCAUR will outline its brand philosophy, strategic direction, and global approach to new energy mobility. From the start, the event becomes an immersive journey —…

RIYADH — Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan said that the PIF has contributed one-third of non-oil GDP growth, amounting to SR910 billion. “The PIF aims to develop 100,000 hotel rooms and introduce 70 tourism experiences across various regions of Saudi Arabia, with the objective of strengthening the tourism sector and increasing visitor numbers,” he said. Al-Rumayyan made the remarks while addressing a government press conference in Riyadh, following the approval of PIF’s 2026-2030 strategy by its board of directors, chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. He revealed that the PIF’s companies attracted foreign…

ABU DHABI, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sanad, the global aerospace engineering and asset management leader wholly owned by Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), reported record financial and operational results for 2025, delivering AED7 billion (US$1.9 billion) in revenue, a 41% increase from 2024. The results mark Sanad’s second consecutive year of record performance and reflects the continued execution of its long-term strategy to build an integrated global aerospace platform from Abu Dhabi, combining aircraft engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and asset management capabilities enabled by next-generation aerospace infrastructure, serving the global aviation market. The…

ABU DHABI, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — Tadweer Group has surpassed 200 consecutive days without a Lost Time Injury across its entire operations, covering more than 13 million manhours worked by approximately 8,500 employees, subsidiaries’ staff, and service providers across Abu Dhabi, Al Dhafra, and Al Ain. The result is underpinned by Tadweer Group’s strategic health, safety, and environment programme, TadweerSafe 3.0. The programme advanced hazard identification and real-time incident reporting across all sites through digital automation, supporting timely and consistent intervention. Hussain Al Hammadi, Chief Executive Officer of Tadweer Environmental Services and Solutions and Executive Director of Crisis Management…