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After 20 hours, Israeli firefighters bring wildfires under control
Tel Aviv, April 24: After nearly 20 hours of intense firefighting, Israeli emergency crews have brought a major blaze in the Jerusalem Hills and Beit Shemesh area under control, Fire and Rescue Commissioner Eyal Caspi confirmed on Thursday morning.
Thousands gather at church of Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem for holy fire ceremony
Tel Aviv, April 21: Thousands of Christians gathered at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem for the centuries-old Holy Fire ceremony, as reported by Al Jazeera.
New US Ambassador visits Western Wall
Tel Aviv, April 19: Newly appointed US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, visited Jerusalem's Western Wall early Friday morning, just a day after landing in the country.
Jewish visits to temple mount hit new high during holiday week
Tel Aviv, April 17: A record number of Jews visited the Temple Mount during the Passover holiday, an organization working to strengthen Jewish ties to the Jerusalem holy site announced on Thursday.
Tens of thousands join priestly blessing at western wall amid war
Tel Aviv, April 15: Tens of thousands of Israelis thronged the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Tuesday for the traditional Priestly Blessing, a highlight event during Passover's intermediate days.
Alexandra Daddario's Mayfair Witches renewed for Season 3
Washington DC, April 10: Alexandra Daddario's supernatural horror thriller Mayfair Witches has been renewed for Season 3 by AMC Networks, reported Deadline.
Egypt condemns Israeli closure orders to UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem
Cairo, April 10: Egypt strongly condemned on Wednesday the Israeli occupation's closure orders for six schools operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem.
Israel orders closure of six UNRWA schools in Jerusalem
Ramallah, April 9: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said Israeli officials from the Jerusalem Municipality and Israeli security forces forcibly entered six UNRWA-operated schools in East Jerusalem and gave "illegal" closure orders effective in 30 days.
Jerusalem police ready for Passover holiday security
Tel Aviv, April 8: Thousands of police officers from the Jerusalem district will operate together with Border Guard soldiers, volunteers, and national reinforcement forces during the week-long Passover holiday, which begins Saturday night and the Easter holiday on Sunday, April 20. The main focus of operational preparedness will be on crowded places and holy sites to maintain the safety, security, and safety of worshipers and all residents of the city and those coming through its gates.
TN govt installs surveillance cameras in Mettur, Salem to monitor leopards
Chennai, March 27: The Tamil Nadu forest department has installed surveillance cameras and set up cages in Mettur village of Salem district following reports from villagers about leopard sightings and livestock attacks in the region.
UAE grants USD 64.5 million financial aid to Al-Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem
Abu Dhabi, March 25: Following the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has allocated a financial grant of USD 64.5 million to Al-Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem. The grant aims to support operational expenses, medical staff, and facility upgrades.
Israel deploys 3,000 police in Jerusalem for first friday of Ramadan
Tel Aviv, March 6: The Israeli Police said on Thursday that 3,000 officers would be deployed in Jerusalem for the first Friday of Ramadan as thousands of Muslims are expected to gather at the Temple Mount for morning prayers.
Israeli police on high alert ahead of 1st Friday prayers of Ramadan
Jerusalem, March 6: Israeli police plan to deploy approximately 3,000 officers across Jerusalem as the city prepares for the first Friday prayers of Ramadan at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the Old City, Israeli media reported on Thursday.
RAK Ruler appoints Director General of Department of Finance
Ras Al Khaimah, February 22: Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has issued Emiri Decree No. 4 of 2025, appointing Salem Sultan Hamad Al Owais Al Shamsi as the Director General of the Department of Finance in Ras Al Khaimah. The decree is effective from the date of issuance and will be published in the official gazette.
Hazza bin Zayed receives delegation from Environment Agency
Al Ain, February 7: Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, has received a delegation from the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD), led by Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of EAD.
For First Time in Israel: Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles on Urban Lighting Infrastructure
Jerusalem, February 6: The city of Jerusalem, in cooperation with the Ministries of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Jerusalem and Israeli Tradition, and through Eden, the Jerusalem Economic Development Company, inaugurated an innovative project that allows for the utilization of the electricity pole infrastructure spread across the city to add charging sockets for electric vehicles.
Environmental conservation integral part of UAE's traditions: EAD
Abu Dhabi, February 3: Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD), affirmed that environmental sustainability is a behaviour rooted in values and standards firmly embedded in the culture of individuals and society.
Israel violates UN Convention on Privileges and Immunities: UNRWA
Gaza City, January 26: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) stated today that Israel's decision to halt the agency's activities in occupied Jerusalem and demand the evacuation of all buildings it occupies by the end of this month contravenes international law obligations for UN member states, including Israel, which is bound by the UN General Convention on Privileges and Immunities.
Minister calls for increased security in Jerusalem
Tel Aviv, January 19: Minister of Jerusalem Affairs Meir Porush has urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his cabinet to boost security measures in Jerusalem, mirroring recent reinforcements approved for Judea and Samaria.
Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi issues new soil quality regulation
Abu Dhabi, January 18: The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the issuance of a new soil quality regulation in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.