The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has reported that the Israeli military dropped chemical materials near the Blue Line in southern Lebanon, disrupting peacekeeping operations in the region. According to a statement released by UNIFIL yesterday, the Israeli army notified the peacekeeping force that it would conduct aerial activity to drop what it described as non-toxic chemical substances over areas close to the Blue Line. The incident has been labeled as unacceptable and a violation of international agreements governing the area. The UN peacekeeping mission stated that Israeli forces informed them early in the morning before executing the…

Aldar Properties and Mubadala Investment Company have finalized a strategic retail partnership in Abu Dhabi to create a world-class retail platform valued at approximately 10 billion dirhams. The Abu Dhabi retail partnership, announced on February 3, 2026, aims to consolidate premier shopping destinations under a unified strategic framework to enhance the emirate’s position as a global luxury retail hub. Under the agreement, Aldar will manage and operate the new platform, which brings together key retail assets from both entities. The initial portfolio includes Yas Mall from Aldar and The Luxury Collection at The Galleria from Mubadala, creating a leading retail…

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met with Evika Siliņa, Prime Minister of the Republic of Latvia, during the preparatory day for the World Government Summit 2026. The meeting took place in the presence of senior officials including Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, highlighting the significance of the World Government Summit as a platform for international governmental dialogue. The summit officially launches today under the theme “Envisioning the Governments of the…

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