United Arab Emirates
Visa exemptions granted to 6 nations may boost tourism
Türkiye has granted visa exemptions to the citizens of the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, a move which is expected to attract more tourists from those countries.
Tensions rise between Sudan army and United Arab Emirates
For months, Sudan's army kept silent amid alleged Emirati interference in the country's civil war, but its anger has finally boiled over, leading to harsh exchanges between Khartoum and Abu Dhabi.
The brutal conflict broke out in mid-April between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), killing more than 12,000 people and displacing millions.
Today voting on an emergency ceasefire in Gaza
The vote comes days after the United States of America (US) blocked a previous Security Council resolution that would have called for a "humanitarian ceasefire" in the stricken Palestinian territory.
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Facing pressure, Security Council to vote on new Gaza ceasefire call
The United Nations Security Council will vote Monday on a new resolution calling for an "urgent and sustainable cessation of hostilities" in Gaza, as Washington exhibits growing impatience with key ally Israel.
Türkiye among top 10 in global IPO ranking: EY
Türkiye ranked 10th in the world in terms of public offerings (IPO) launched, according to a recent report by Ernst & Young (EY).
A total of 52 IPOs were launched, corresponding to 4 percent of global public offerings, EY's Global IPO Trends 2023 report said.
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Dubai summit adopts world-first 'transition' from fossil fuels
Nearly 200 nations meeting in Dubai on Wednesday approved a first-ever call for the world to transition away from fossil fuels, the top culprit of climate change behind a planetary crisis.
After 13 days of talks and another sleepless night in a country built on oil wealth, the Emirati leadership of the COP28 summit banged a gavel to signal the world had reached consensus.
Cyprus-Qatar: The opportunities of a multifaceted relationship
Qatar emerged as a key coordinator in the international effort to extend the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and release as many Israeli prisoners as possible, without ruling out a long-term ceasefire.
Greeks wait for 2-for-1 offers
Many Greek consumers who are looking for ways to reduce their expenses in order to cope with daily basic needs are now moving toward cheaper brands, offers, as well as cutting some purchases.
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Fighting in the Gaza Strip Escalated Last Night - US Vetoes Ceasefire
The fierce offensive of Israeli forces against Hamas fighters in the Gaza Strip continues. Meanwhile, Washington vetoed the UN Security Council's request for an immediate ceasefire.
WHO members urge Israel to protect humanitarian workers
More than a dozen member states of the World Health Organization submitted a draft resolution on Friday that urged Israel to respect its obligations under international law to protect humanitarian workers in Gaza.