Author: Gulf News Week
The Football Association of Ireland has called for Israel’s immediate suspension over the Israeli FA’s violation of UEFA’s statutes in occupied Palestinian territory.Members of Irish football’s governing body have approved a resolution instructing its board to submit a formal motion to UEFA requesting the immediate suspension of Israel from European competitions, the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) said.The resolution passed by the FAI members on Saturday cites violations by Israel’s Football Association of two provisions of UEFA statutes: its failure to implement and enforce an effective antiracism policy and the playing by Israeli clubs in occupied Palestinian territory without the…
Israel has escalated daily attacks in Lebanon, flouting a one-year-old truce, while claiming it’s targeting Hezbollah.Two brothers have been killed in an Israeli air raid on a vehicle between the southeastern Lebanese towns of Ain Ata and Shebaa, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency, in the latest flagrant violation of a one-year-old ceasefire.In a separate attack on Saturday, an Israeli drone struck a car near Salah Ghandour Hospital in the southern town of Bint Jbeil, injuring seven people, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health Affairs said. Two missiles struck the vehicle in the densely populated area.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1…
Canadian firm ends its sponsorship of the Israeli-owned team following multiple pro-Palestine protests at major cycling races.The title sponsor of Israel-Premier Tech has ended its association with the cycling team with immediate effect after protests against the team’s participation in races and despite the outfit saying it would undergo a full rebrand for the 2026 season to operate under a new name.Canadian company Premier Tech said on Friday it had broken off its sponsorship deal after the team was targeted by pro-Palestinian protesters at several races this year, with stages of the Vuelta a Espana grand tour in August and September…
The talks in Turkiye have not yielded results as the Taliban accuses Pakistan of not presenting actionable demands.Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers have blamed Pakistan for a lack of results after mediated talks by Qatar and Turkiye in Istanbul, signalling that clashes between the two neighbouring countries may continue.The end of the talks on Friday without any resolution came shortly after the Taliban said several Afghan civilians were killed and others were wounded in clashes along the border with Pakistan.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3N Korea threatens ‘offensive action’ as US aircraft carrier visits S Korealist 2 of 3Trump…
English duo sit tied at 14-under after Rai’s spectacular 218-yard eagle on par-5 second hole highlights moving day at Yas Links ABU DHABI – English golfer Aaron Rai produced one of the shots of the season, holing a 218-yard approach for a spectacular albatross that helped him catch compatriot Tommy Fleetwood at the top of the Abu Dhabi Championship leaderboard on Friday. The remarkable second shot on the par-5 second hole at Yas Links Golf Club sparked Rai’s charge up the leaderboard, eventually posting an 8-under 64 to match Fleetwood’s 36-hole total of 14-under 130. “Everything came together perfectly on…
The family of jailed politician Jawhar Ben Mbarek say ‘his health is deteriorating’ after refusing food for nine days so far.Prominent members of Tunisia’s political opposition have announced they will be joining a collective hunger strike in solidarity with jailed politician Jawhar Ben Mbarek, whose health they say has severely deteriorated after nine days without food.Ben Mbarek, the cofounder of Tunisia’s main opposition alliance, the National Salvation Front, launched a hunger strike last week to protest his detention since February 2023.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Palestinian detainee relays how torture in Israeli prison made him blindlist 2…
The strategic hire, drawing on 30 years of experience from HSBC and Deutsche Bank, aims to capitalize on the growing pipeline of ECM opportunities in the MENA region. In a move to solidify its leadership in capital markets, EFG Hermes has appointed Christopher Laing as the new Global Head of its Equity Capital Markets (ECM) division. The appointment, effective immediately, places the seasoned banker with three decades of experience at the helm of the firm’s ECM operations from its Dubai headquarters. Laing’s extensive background, built through senior roles at HSBC and Deutsche Bank, is expected to be instrumental in driving…
Strategic integration of global education, industry needs, and tech innovation is creating a new generation of entrepreneurs and engineers, positioning higher learning as a cornerstone of the UAE’s post-oil economy. The UAE is successfully leveraging its higher education sector as a primary engine for its ambitious economic diversification plans, creating a dynamic pipeline of talent that bridges the gap between academic theory and market-driven innovation. This strategic vision marks a significant evolution from merely hosting international university branches to curating a powerful ecosystem where learning is directly linked to national strategic goals. The result is a thriving environment for applied…
The 1,000-year-old masterpiece by Ibn al-Bawwab, reproduced in precise facsimile, demonstrates the birth of the elegant Arabic script still in use today. SHARJAH, UAE – A landmark piece of Islamic heritage is now on display at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair: a rare replica of a Quran manuscript penned by the master calligrapher Ibn al-Bawwab in the year 1000 CE. Housed at the Iranian pavilion of Safir Ardehal, the exhibit draws visitors into the world of early Arabic calligraphy, showcasing a work that fundamentally shaped the visual identity of the Islamic world. “This isn’t just a book; it’s a revolution…
The batting maestro ends a storied 13-year T20I career, relinquishing the captaincy and making way for a new generation as New Zealand builds towards the next World Cup. NEW ZEALAND cricket has entered a new phase with the announcement that star batsman Kane Williamson has retired from Twenty20 internationals, effective immediately. Williamson, 35, closed a defining chapter in Black Caps history on Sunday, ending a T20I tenure that began in 2011. He finishes as the team’s most prolific captain, having led the side a record 75 times. Under his stewardship, New Zealand became a consistent T20 World Cup threat, reaching…