United Arab Emirates
The U.S. Problem on the Arabian Peninsula
The only way forward for the Emiratis and the Americans is to return to their strong bilateral cooperation in order to resolve real and painful differences.
UAE Has 'Become a Knowledge Hub' for Renewable Energy: Mariam Almheiri
The United Arab Emirates is expected to host COP28, the annual international climate change conference, in 2023.
Wealthy Russians Taking Their Money to Middle East to Avoid Sanctions
Wealthy Russians are buying real estate in Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.
Syria's Assad Visit to UAE Marks First Arab Trip Since War, Renewed Ties
"The meeting dealt with the overall relations between the two countries and the prospects for expanding the circle of bilateral cooperation," according to the Syrian presidency.
Biden Snubbed by Arab Leaders in Bid to Control Gas Prices, Report Says
Saudi Arabia and the UAE both said they will not produce more oil than agreed upon with the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries.
U.S. Diplomat Apologizes to 12,000 Afghans Stranded After Taliban Takeover
"I told them that I was really sorry it was taking so long and I was as frustrated as they were, frankly," the official said.
Why US Friends India and UAE Won't Back Biden Against Russia on Ukraine
"Growing strategic relations with the U.S. cannot imply India dumps its ally Russia," India's retired Major General Harsha Kakar told Newsweek.
Dubai Adds to Impressive Architecture With Elliptical Museum of the Future
Dubbed "the most beautiful building on earth," the massive structure is currently hollow with plans to host an assortment of futurist exhibits.
Yemen Rebels: US Behind 'Escalation' Prompting Strikes Against Saudi, UAE
"There is an escalation by the countries of aggression against our country, under clear directives from America," Ansar Allah's deputy information secretary told Newsweek.
Calls for US to Stop Arming Saudis Following Deadly Airstrikes in Yemen
"America is complicit in ... this horrific war that Biden and his senior officials once promised to end," one national security reporter wrote. "I hope they see these children when they sleep at night."
Israel's Bennett Builds on UAE Peace While Waging War on COVID-19 at Home
"We'll do what we can to protect lives in the fight against COVID and in the face of the threats posed to our people," Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett told Newsweek.
United Arab Emirates Goes From 50 Daily COVID Cases to 452 Cases in a Week
A spike in COVID-19 cases came to the UAE just as tourists flooded into Dubai for the holidays, causing health officials to worry about even more spread.
Sheikh Mohammed Agrees to $700M Settlement, $6.7M Holiday, with Sixth Wife
After Princess Haya fled to the U.K., terrified of husband Sheikh Mohammed, a court ruled he would have to pay her and their children 550 million pounds.
Highly Viewed Posts on Telegram Channels Have Vaccine Misinformation: Study
Posts for the right-wing extremist's channels commonly downplayed the pandemic and had misinformation on the COVID-19 vaccine and the companies that made them.
UAE Halts Discussion on $23B Purchase of Planes, Drones from U.S.
The UAE Embassy told the U.S. it wanted to suspend talks on a weapons sale deal due to the U.S.'s restrictions on how and when to use its F-35 planes.
UAE Shifts Workweek to Monday Through Friday to Align With Western World
It said the schedule is meant to also "add to the flexible, secure and enjoyable lifestyle the Emirates offers its citizens and residents."
Human Rights Groups Decry Arms Deal Between France, UAE Over War Crimes
As France signed a deal to sell combat planes and helicopters to the UAE, human rights groups denounced the decision, saying they could be used in war crimes.
U.S. Expresses 'Deep and Growing Concern' Over Iran's Delay of Nuclear Deal
According to the Biden Administration, diplomatic efforts to get Iran back into the deal are at a "critical place," patience with the country is "wearing thin."
Donald Trump, Smartphone in Hand, Makes Wax Figure Debut in UAE
The wax figures at Dubai's Madame Tussauds include a sultry Kylie Jenner, a beaming Chinese President Xi Jinping and a handful of Bollywood dance stars.
In Reversal From Trump, Biden Envoy Encourages Partners to Talk With Iran
"Engagement among countries in the region, engagement with Iran...that's all things that we would encourage," the U.S. special representative for Iran said.
Could the Arab-Israeli Abraham Accords Win the Nobel Peace Prize?
"The quest for a just and lasting peace in the Middle East has always enjoyed a lot of political support in Norway," Norwegian Nobel Institute Director Olav Njølstad told Newsweek.
UAE to Send Probe on 5-Year Journey to Land On, Study Asteroid
The UAE is planning to launch the probe in 2028 and have it travel 2.2 billion miles before landing on the asteroid in 2033.
Expanding the Circle of Peace
At a moment when so much of the world seems to be splintering apart, it is especially remarkable to see historic adversaries come together.
Three U.S. Ex-Intelligence Members to Pay $1.68M for Hacking UAE Government
Marc Baier, Ryan Adams and Daniel Gericke agreed to a deferred prosecution agreement that limits their actions and employment.
Woman Stands Atop the World's Tallest Building 2,716 Feet in the Air
Few people have stood at the top of the Burj Khalifa, in the United Arab Emirates, including Tom Cruise and the Crown Prince of Dubai.
UK 'Urgently Investigating' Ship Incident Near UAE, Iran Amid 'Hijacking'
A United Kingdom Foreign Office spokesperson told Newsweek that officials "are urgently investigating an incident on a vessel off the UAE coast" as the U.K. military's maritime tracker warned of a "potential hijacking."
Thomas Barrack, Trump Ally, Pleads Not Guilty to Acting as Foreign Agent
The former Trump adviser is accused of asking UAE officials' feedback on a speech Trump was going to give, what to promote during interviews and whom to advocate for administration appointments.
Dubai Reports 'Leakage' Into Water From Container Ship Destroyed in Blast
Authorities said the ship was carrying containers full of unspecified "flammable materials."
Abu Dhabi Closing Nearly All Public Spaces to Those Without COVID Vaccine
The United Arab Emirates capital has already implemented a "green pass" system that limits public access to those who are vaccinated.
Israel, United Arab Emirates Exceed $345M In Trade In Just 9 Months
The two countries also spoke of increasing tourism, creating jobs, sharing technology, making diverse economies and addressing the issues of water scarcity.