Boeing signs major agreement with Qatar for aircraft amidst controversy over Trump’s proposal to welcome the emirate’s jet.
DOHA, Qatar – On Wednesday, President Trump revealed that the government of Qatar plans to purchase the “largest jet in Boeing history.” During a signing event at Emir’s official residence in Doha, Trump expressed optimism about the deal, noting that the wealthy nation intends to invest over $200 billion in American businesses, with a significant […]
Sudan will sever relations with the United Arab Emirates due to suspected support for the RSF.
Sudan’s Security and Defense Council has announced its decision to sever diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates, accusing the Gulf state of supporting the paramilitary group known as Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF). During a speech broadcast on Tuesday, Sudan’s Defense Minister, Yasin Ibrahim, stated that the country is moving to “cut diplomatic relations” […]
Gold Prices Surge to One-Month High Amid Renewed Hopes of Rate Cuts – Emirates 24|7
Gold prices firmed on Thursday after hitting a one-month high, helped by softer US inflation data that reignited hopes for interest rate cuts. However, a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas limited further gains. Market highlights: Spot gold: After reaching its highest since Dec. 12 in early trading, it was stable at $2,696.30 […]
Emirates bans pagers, walkie-talkies after Hezbollah attack
Dubai-based Emirates has banned the use of pagers and walkie-talkies on all flights. It comes weeks after cell phone equipment exploded in a stunning sabotage, killing dozens of Hezbollah terrorists and injuring thousands more. The Middle East's largest airline said police would confiscate the devices if they were found in a passenger's luggage. “All passengers […]
Emirates bans pagers from flights after Lebanon attack
Emirates customers will no longer be allowed to travel with pagers or walkie-talkie devices, according to a statement from the airline released on Friday. The new policy comes after the militant group Hezbollah announced in September that its pagers and walkie-talkies had been rigged with explosives, killing dozens of people, including children, and injuring thousands […]