New 'Jewish Community of the UAE' got much press, but upstart congregation's eye for publicity backfires as local authorities order immediate closure of its social media accounts

Move apparently aimed at preventing further spread of coronavirus; Tehran's Health Ministry spokesman says 1 Iranian dies 'every 10 minutes' of the disease

129 fatalities brings tally to over 850; though other countries, including Israel, with lower infection rates put enforced restrictions on public life, Tehran has not

Official leading campaign against spread of virus warns that Iranian medical facilities could be overwhelmed if trend continues

United Arab Emirates orders elderly to stay at home, as nightclubs and tourist attractions shuttered and cultural events suspended in Abu Dhabi

Episode #27: International relations expert Dr. Yonatan Freeman talks coronavirus preparedness * Ross Kriel, president of the Jewish Community of the Emirates, gets personal

International Air Transport Association says projected growth of 4.6% in regional travel to be slashed in half as restrictions hit area that is connection hub for east-west travel

Participation 'emblematic of how cycling can be a force for diplomatic openness and progress,' says co-owner of Israel Start-Up Nation team Sylvan Adams

‘Israel Start Up Nation’ team will ride from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in largest event for sport in Middle East

Foreign minister had planned to discuss his initiative for non-aggression treaty between countries, but was instructed by security officials to delay, TV news reports