The airstrip, on Abd al-Kuri Island, which rises out of the Indian Ocean near the mouth of the Gulf of ... The runway is likely built by the United Arab Emirates, which has long been suspected of expanding its military presence in the region and has ...

A mysterious airstrip is reportedly near completion on a remote island off Yemen in a critical commercial shipping lane near the Gulf of Aden. The Associated Press analyzed satellite photos of the runway on Abd al-Kuri Island in the Indian Ocean, a placement that could provide a key landing zone for military operations in the waterway.

Yemen, located on the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, has been engulfed in a devastating conflict since 2014. Israeli forces conducted airstrikes against multiple Houthi targets in Yemen on Fri

A mysterious airstrip being built on a remote island in Yemen is nearing completion, according to satellite photos analyzed by The Associated Press

The United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s flag carrier Emirates Airline has decided to establish a cargo business hub at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport.

With the boost to services to Madagascar, Emirates’ flights aboard the Boeing 777 aircraft allow additional cargo capacity for imports and exports, with the ability to uplift up to 20 tonnes of cargo per flight in the aircraft’s bellyhold. -TradeArabia News Service

The launch underscores the importance of the Indian Ocean region, through which 95% of the country's trade moves. India's largest rival, China, has been increasing its naval presence in the region.

Over the past few months, the airline has experienced strong demand from the UAE, Sri Lanka, France, UK, mainland China, Japan, Spain, and Italy to Madagascar. From Madagascar, travellers have mainly ventured to Dubai, the hub city of Emirates, in addition to Seychelles, France, India, Sri Lanka, Italy and Japan.

RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Alejandro del Rey of Spain won the Ras Al Khaimah Championship on Sunday for his first European tour title, shooting a third straight 6-under 66 for a four-stroke victory. Del Rey had a bogey-free weekend at Al Hamra Golf Club, finishing at 22 under. He was making his 70th tour start.

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In a region known for protracted conflicts having an army that can sustain prolonged conflict is crucial. The Middle East is home to some of the larger and more advanced militaries on the planet, these forces have stood the test of time and even grown stronger over the years.

Sri Lankan politicians (except perhaps the UNP) might applaud with relish that this was the same Indian government that welcomed that same AKD-led JVP/NPP to India on an official visit long before the presidential elections in Sri Lanka, probably at the instigation of the Indian intelligence agency RAW.