Author: Editorial Team
OSLO — Diplomats across the world have ruled against military force to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and are instead opting for diplomatic measures, according to Norway’s foreign minister. “We have to be realistic about what can be achieved militarily while the war is going on,” said Espen Barth Eide, who attended a virtual briefing with over 40 diplomats discussing the economic fallout from the strait’s closure. “This coalition … will act diplomatically to put pressure on Iran,” he told CNN’s Becky Anderson. His comments echo French President Emmanuel Macron who favored negotiations with Iran and cited military intervention to…
Laura Taylor, Partner and Head of Middle East, at TENTEN Partners, has penned an exclusive thought leadership article for tahawultech.com entitled; Navigating Talent Acquisition in a Season of Uncertainty. Taylor believes that given the current challenges caused by the ongoing conflict engulfing the Middle East region, it’s critical that businesses lead through empathy. Laura Taylor, Partner and Head of Middle East, at TENTEN Partners, believes that despite the ongoing uncertainty across the Middle East region, the regional economic framework remains incredibly robust. Discussions around recruitment in the Middle East usually revolve around the rapid-fire expansion of the region’s ‘giga-projects’ and the…
UAE residents may soon have access to a new weight management option that does not require injections, after the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) approved an oral treatment for chronic obesity. The medication, Orforglipron, is a once-daily tablet designed to support weight reduction by regulating appetite and reducing excessive food intake. It can be taken without restrictions related to food or water, offering a more convenient alternative to injectable treatments. Developed by pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly, the drug has been approved in the UAE, making it the second country in the world to register the treatment. Stay up to date with…
Ras Al Khaimah Ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member, has issued a law on preventive measures for infectious diseases in public health establishments. Law No. 4 of 2026 is designed to bolster the emirate’s health system, improve preparedness, and ensure adherence to established health standards. Stay u The law introduces a clear regulatory framework to reduce the risk of infectious diseases in public health facilities, outlining requirements for health monitoring, medical testing, and regular inspections to support safe working environments and protect public health. The law gives the Public Health and Safety Department at Ras…
KUWAIT — Iran launched fresh strikes on Israel and Gulf nations on Friday, after the US and Israel stepped up their attacks on Iran’s infrastructure. In Kuwait, the Mina al-Ahmadi oil refinery was on fire after a drone attack, while in the United Arab Emirates, 12 people have been injured after debris fell when missiles were intercepted, authorities in the two countries said. Kuwaiti officials also said a water desalination plant has been attacked by Iran. This comes as Gulf nations continue to face retaliatory strikes on the 35th day of the United States and Israel’s war on Iran. Kuwaiti…
RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has begun issuing specialized climate maps for rainfall distribution, as part of efforts to advance monitoring and climate analysis tools and strengthen the early warning system. As part of this initiative, the center released a climate map for April rainfall distribution covering the historical period from 1998 to 2025, based on analyzed satellite data. The map shows higher rainfall concentrations during April over the southwestern and western highlands of the Kingdom, with lighter rainfall extending into parts of central regions, while other areas experience varying levels of precipitation. The NCM said these…
Mounir Hijazi, Chief Executive Officer, GCC Region at TP (Teleperformance) has highlighted that the trend of consumers who believe AI poses a serious threat to privacy is on an upward trajectory, whilst he also argues that ethical AI is a leadership issue in an exclusive op-ed for tahawultech.com One of the growing paradoxes of innovation is that the smarter technology becomes, the more it invites scrutiny. Artificial intelligence has reshaped the financial services industry by enhancing customer experiences, optimising decision-making, and transforming internal operations. But with this progress comes a sharper focus on the privacy risks embedded in these systems.…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The CEO of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) provided an initial statement of operations following a recent Iranian attack on the company’s Al Taweelah site, saying that it was fully evacuated and the facilities entered emergency shutdown. Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of EGA said that he was deeply disturbed by this attack on the company’s employees “who come from more than 40 nations and were simply doing their jobs. We thank God no one received life-threatening injuries and that those hurt are recovering well.” The Al…
When Cherry, a tiny rescue dog in a wheelchair, rolled down the runway at Dubai’s Eventchic Ballroom, there was hardly a dry eye in the room. For the 500+ people gathered there, it became a collective moment of hope and compassion, as rescue dogs took centre stage at a first-of-its-kind adoption runway show, earning both applause and the promise of forever homes. The event, which took place on March 29, was the brainchild of Archana Nadkarni, the Indian founder of Flooff.me, a Dubai-based pet care platform. “I wanted to give rescue dogs their own moment,” she tells Khaleej Times. “Each…
WASHINGTON — A US fighter jet has been shot down by Iran, Axios reported Friday, citing Iranian media and a source familiar with the incident. If confirmed, it would mark the first time since the start of the war that a US aircraft has been downed by enemy fire. Iranian state media earlier released photos and videos allegedly showing debris from the crash site, including what appeared to be parts of the aircraft and an ejection seat. Initial assessments based on the imagery suggest the aircraft may have been an F-15 fighter jet. Source: Saudi Gazette