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Hundreds of foreign tourists stranded on Yemen’s Socotra island amid internal fighting

More than 400 tourists from Russia, Europe and the US are stuck on Socotra after flights were halted due to clashes between Saudi- and UAE-backed factions opposing the Houthis; Many arrived for New Year’s celebrations and are now seeking sea routes to Oman

News Agencies | 01.05.26

בן סלמאן ונשיא איחוד האמירויות בן זאיד ברקע תקיפות של סעודיה ב תימן נגד בדלנים מארגון מועצת המעבר הדרומית STC

Saudi strikes, Emirati retreat and separatist gains: making sense of Yemen’s growing chaos

Saudi Arabia’s unprecedented strike on UAE-linked shipments, the rapid advance of southern separatists and Abu Dhabi’s decision to pull back forces have exposed a deep rift in the anti-Houthi camp, raising questions about who controls Yemen and who benefits

Lior Ben Ari, News Agencies | 12.30.25

סעודיה תקפה ב תימן משלוחי נשק מ איחוד האמירויות

UAE says it is withdrawing remaining forces in Yemen voluntarily in crisis with Saudi Arabia

The strike marks the sharpest escalation yet between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi as Saudi Arabia accuses the UAE of backing Yemeni separatists, deepening a rift that threatens regional security and complicates oil diplomacy

Reuters | 12.30.25

תקיפה בהובלת סעודיה של הקואליציה בנמל אל-מכלא, תימן

Anti-Houthi forces in Yemen declare state of emergency after Saudi strikes on arms shipment

Move follows Saudi airstrikes on Yemen’s port of Mukalla targeting weapons allegedly bound for UAE-backed separatists, deepening tensions between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi and raising fears of a wider rift within the anti-Houthi camp

News agencies | 12.30.25

Secret visits and preparations for Houthi attacks: Behind the scenes of the talks with Somaliland

Israel's historic recognition was preceded by months of secret talks; In October, Netanyahu approved the move, the declaration was drafted and the recognition became official after Somaliland prepared for the possibility of attacks from Yemen

Itamar Eichner | 12.28.25

As the Muslim world condemns Israeli recognition of Somaliland, one country remains conspicuously mum

Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran denounce Israel’s recognition of Somaliland and back Somalia’s sovereignty, while the United Arab Emirates, a signatory to the Abraham Accords, conspicuously refrained from issuing any condemnation

Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari | 12.28.25

French report: United Arab Emirates signed mega deal with Elbit

Deal worth $2.3 billion could erode Israel's military advantage in the Middle East due to a unique and advanced system at its center; many details about the deal were banned from publication in Israel

Yuval Azoulay/Calcalist | 12.16.25

54 couples marry in mass wedding on ruins of Khan Younis in UAE-sponsored event

In honor of its 54th year, the United Arab Emirates sponsored the mass wedding of Palestinian couples, who were chosen by lottery as part of Emirati aid to Gaza: 'Want to bring joy to residents of Gaza after months full of sadness'

Lior Ben Ari, Einav Halabi | 12.02.25

UAE saddles up for revival of camel racing in Israel's Negev to boost Bedouin heritage

In a symbolic show of cultural diplomacy, the UAE ambassador met with Arad’s mayor and Bedouin leaders to support heritage-focused projects, including camel racing; the meeting follows Israel’s first state-sponsored camel race in 2024

Ilan Levinsohn | 11.27.25

Israeli motorcyclist will race past dunes and prejudice at UAE’s Baja World Cup

Alona Ben Natan enters the Dubai International Baja aiming for a global title and carrying a message shaped by resilience, loss and a belief that human connection can survive even when governments clash

Gabriel Colodro/The Media Line | 11.17.25

Iran confirms seizure of tanker off UAE coast, citing 'unauthorized cargo'

Revolutionary Guard captures Marshall Islands-flagged Talara near UAE, in first confirmed tanker seizure in months; incident comes amid renewed maritime tensions and Iran’s ongoing confrontation with Western and regional powers

Lior Ben Ari | 11.15.25

Gulf states clash over Gaza’s future: Qatar vs. UAE and Saudi Arabia

Opinion: Saudi Arabia and UAE seek to lead Gaza’s reconstruction but reject Qatar’s dominant role; they condition aid on Hamas’s removal and full disarmament, while Qatar favors rapid, near-unconditional rebuilding — risking renewed funding for Hamas

Yoel Guzansky | 10.25.25

Anwar Gargash, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs

'Maximalist views' on Palestinian issue no longer valid, says top UAE adviser

UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash says hardline views on the Palestinian issue are outdated, urging security for Israel and a viable Palestinian state while warning that any annexation of Palestinian territories is a 'red line'

Reuters | 10.22.25

פסגה בסעודיה - מנהיגי מדינות ערב בתמונה משותפת

Secret Israel-Arab military cooperation during Gaza war revealed, leaked US documents show

Despite harsh public criticism of Israel, at least six Arab states secretly took part in a US-led regional security network, sharing intelligence and training with Israel on tunnel warfare and countering Iran

Daniel Edelson, New York | 10.11.25

בכיר חמאס מוסא אבו מרזוק משתלח בעיתונאי בראיון

'Go to hell': Hamas official walks out of TV interview after clash over October 7 and Gaza war

In fiery interview, Mousa Abu Marzouk storms off air after being asked if Oct. 7 advanced Palestinian goals, exposing rare anger and growing Arab frustration with Hamas’ leadership; ‘This reaction sadly exposes the mindset of the Hamas leadership,’ host replies

Einav Halabi | 10.11.25

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