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.

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

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

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.

Skyscraper-studded Dubai has been on a hot streak for the last five years — and some are starting to get burned.

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.

In a wide-ranging interview on Sunday, Vice President JD Vance defended a variety of plans set in motion by President Trump during the first week of his term, including the beginnings of a promised crackdown on migrants living in the United States and an effort to supercharge oil and gas production.

Strong economic growth continues, underpinned by robust domestic activity. Although the outlook is subject to heightened global uncertainty, ongoing reform efforts are expected to support medium-term growth and energy transition.

As the world shifts into gear for the next Trump term, striking new polling results have revealed a split in opinion about the new president.