Ever since Israel and the United Arab Emirates normalized ties, the Israeli-Russian businessman has seized the spotlight. But who is he and how did he make his money?

Five-star hotel will be first in kingdom to establish a kosher kitchen, supervised by Orthodox Union; local Jewish leader lauds move, hopes for more Jewish tourists

Items produced at special production facility will have certification from the US-based Orthodox Union; move apparently intended to turn the Gulf city into a hub for Jewish travel