In the exclusive neighborhoods and palatial shopping malls of the United Arab Emirates’ biggest city, wealthy Russians can build a new life without having to cut ties to their home country.
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Saudi Deal With Iran Surprises Israel and Jolts Netanyahu
Israel had long hoped to isolate Iran and seal ties with Saudi Arabia. A thaw between Riyadh and Tehran has complicated that goal — and was perceived as politically damaging to the prime minister.
U.S. Presses Turkey and U.A.E. to Weed Out Illicit Trade With Russia
American officials worry that commercial activities in Turkey and the United Arab Emirates could be fueling Russia’s war machine and have threatened to punish those involved.
Green Comet Watching and More February Space and Astronomy Events
The shortest month of 2023 will have plenty of highlights in orbit and beyond.
Cooperation on Climate Is Emerging in the Middle East
After the Abraham Accords, partnerships between companies in Israel and Arab countries have led to the kinds of initiatives that will be on the Davos agenda.
Israel’s Arab Allies Signal Business as Usual, Despite Far Right’s Rise
Benjamin Netanyahu is close to forming a coalition with Israel’s far right and the Arab states that normalized ties in 2020 appear unconcerned.
Russian State Media Releases Video of Brittney Griner and Viktor Bout Swap
The images, verified by The New York Times, show Ms. Griner being traded for the arms dealer Viktor Bout on the tarmac at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi.
Arab Fans are Confronting Israeli Media at Qatar’s World Cup
When Qatar granted access to Israeli soccer fans and media despite an absence of diplomatic ties, some saw it as another sign of warming ties with the Arab world. Instead, some of the Israelis got a chilly reception.
World Cup in Qatar Caps Big Gulf Push Into International Sports
In hosting major international sporting events, buying up soccer teams and even creating a golf league, the resource-rich Gulf States are seeking attention, prestige, economic diversification and political credibility.
Sri Lanka Wins Cricket’s T20 Asia Cup, Bringing Joy to Fans
The men’s cricket team won the Asia Cup in the T20 format, hours after Sri Lanka won the equivalent championship in women’s netball. Both teams were feted with a parade on Tuesday.