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US election finance site disrupted by hackers days before midterms
The Federal Election Commission took its web services offline after detecting an attempted breach, affecting spending reports as campaigns enter the final stretch.
Gulf states can turn Syrian refugee crisis into growth engine, analysis says
A new analysis argues that Gulf countries have a unique opportunity to support Syrian refugees' economic inclusion, boosting regional trade and reducing aid dependence.
Iraqi PM visits Syria as economic cooperation tops agenda
Ali Al Zaidi and Ahmad Al Shara meet in Damascus, focusing on trade, investment and security coordination during the first Iraqi prime ministerial visit since 2024.
Record turnout lifts Arab parties to 17-18 seats in Israeli election
Arab-led parties are set for their best ever Knesset result after Palestinian citizens of Israel turned out in numbers not seen since 1999.
UAE sends Dh50m winter aid package to Gaza
The Emirates Red Crescent is delivering Dh50 million in winter supplies and medicine to Gaza, while Dubai Humanitarian launches an air bridge for thermal blankets.
Dubai approves Dh2bn plan to upgrade 48 urban centres across the city
Dubai has approved a development plan covering 48 urban centres, with a budget of more than Dh2 billion and a focus on better access to metro stations and public services.
Matthäus says Ballon d'Or win could keep Harry Kane at Bayern Munich
Germany great Lothar Matthäus believes Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or triumph makes this the right moment for the England captain to extend his Bayern contract.
Oman's foreign minister proposes a Gulf security pact that includes Iran
Badr Al Busaidi wants Gulf states, Iran, Iraq and Yemen to cooperate on security and the economy, citing a 1976 Muscat meeting as precedent.
Abhishek Sharma's 35-ball century powers India to T20 series win in New Zealand
Abhishek Sharma and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a powerplay record as India chased 199 in 13.2 overs to take an unbeatable 3-0 lead.