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Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale jets from France
Ukraine on Monday signed a letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes, drones, air defence systems and other key equipment from France over the next 10 years, as part of efforts to strengthen the country's long-term security.
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November 18, 2025
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France nets $10.7b in new corporate investments
Companies have pledged to invest 9.2 billion euros ($10.7 billion) in France, the finance ministry said on Monday, as the government seeks to show that the euro zone's second-biggest economy remains a top business destination despite political turmoil.
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November 18, 2025
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Digital system to track fishing operations
Sharjah Asset Management, the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah; and Seafood Souq, global specialists in B2B SaaS products, have launched the region's first digital traceability system for the fisheries industry in Sharjah.
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November 18, 2025
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Aster secures Dhs265m in financing from EDB
Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading integrated healthcare providers in the UAE and GCC, has today announced a strategic partnership with Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the key financial engine of economic development and industrial advancement in the UAE, to secure Dhs265m in financing, with provision for additional upsising to support further projects.
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November 18, 2025
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S.Africa coach lauds Bavuma as one of the best in the world
South Africa coach Shukri Conrad hailed captain Temba Bavuma as one of the best batters in the world over the past two years after his gutsy match-winning innings at Eden Gardens secured a 30-run win in the first Test against hosts India.
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November 18, 2025
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Argentina boss Contepomi eyes tour clean sweep after Scotland triumph
Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi was left eyeing the prospect of a first Pumas clean sweep on a UK tour following an astounding comeback win over Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.
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November 18, 2025
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Assistant Governors appointed at CBUAE
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree appointing a number of Assistant Governors at the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE).
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November 18, 2025
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Jordan parliament passes law reinstating conscription
Jordan's parliament on Monday voted in favour of a law reinstating conscription for men from early next year, decades after compulsory military service ended, state media reported.
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November 18, 2025
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Muslim League alleges 'unholy haste' in SIR, moves top court
Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) on Monday mounted a direct constitutional challenge to the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Kerala, alleging that the exercise has been deliberately timed to coincide with the local body elections and would result in large-scale exclusion of voters, including Non-Resident Indians.
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November 18, 2025
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Cyber Security Council warns shoppers of online scams
The UAE government's Cyber Security Council has warned that scammers are lurking at e-commerce platforms to lure users with enticing offers and seemingly trustworthy pages, and steal their data and money by offering unrealistic prices.
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November 18, 2025
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flydubai inks deal for 60 GEnx-1B engines
DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, and GE Aerospace announced a new order for 60 GEnx-IB engines to power flydubai’s first widebody fleet of 30 Boeing 787-9.
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November 18, 2025
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Rayner’s return further damages Starmer’s leadership
If the prime minister had hoped for a rare quiet weekend, he had another think coming.
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November 18, 2025
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AJK removes Haq, elects PPP's Faisal as new PM
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly passed a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwar-ul Haq, replacing him with Raja Faisal Rathore of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).
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November 18, 2025
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Sharjah International Book Fair concludes on a high note
Under the theme 'Between You and a Book,' SIBF delivered one of its most internationally diverse editions, with 2,350 publishers and exhibitors from 118 countries
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November 18, 2025
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Sinner caps eventful year with ATP Finals triumph over rival Alcaraz
Jannik Sinner ended a turbulent season in the best possible fashion on Sunday after seeing off Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, 7-6 (7/4), 7-5, to retain his ATP Finals title in front of delighted fans in Turin.
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November 18, 2025
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Encourage writing among children: Indonesian author
Writing and reading is being human. Hence, even the juvenile, should be encouraged to explore their thoughts by way of their written expressions, according to an Indonesian author.
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November 18, 2025
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Coach cautious after record run makes Spain WC favourites
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente is keeping his feet on the ground despite the scintillating form that has made his team favourites for the 2026 World Cup and established a new national record for consecutive games without defeat.
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November 18, 2025
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Pakistan launches anti-polio, measles and rubella campaign
Pakistan on Monday began a two-week nationwide vaccination campaign targeting more than 57 million children, aiming to curb rising cases of measles, rubella and polio, the country's National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) said.
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November 18, 2025
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Syria's economy showing signs of progress: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Monday it planned an “intensive programme of engagement” with Syria to help it rebuild its economy, but a statement issued at the end of an IMF staff visit to Damascus did not mention any discussions of financial assistance for the country.
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November 18, 2025
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Kane hails England after flawless World Cup qualifying campaign
Harry Kane believes that England's current side are 'as good as we've ever had' after the skipper wrapped up their record-breaking World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win against Albania on Sunday.
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November 18, 2025
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AUS hosts Giving Day 2025 to support student scholarships
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) hosted AUS Giving Day 2025 on the evening of Nov.15, bringing together students, alumni, faculty, staff, partners and friends of the university to support scholarships for deserving students under the “Together We Rise” campaign.
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November 18, 2025
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George Clooney explores inner life of a movie star in 'Jay Kelly'
What is a movie star? In the most obvious sense, it is someone famous for starring in movies. But it is also a person who becomes a repository for the dreams and aspirations of countless unknown other people, anonymous audiences who can transform the object of all that attention into something of a blank slate.
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November 18, 2025
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Blast suspect Aamir sent to 10-day NIA custody
The Patiala House Court on Monday sent Aamir Rashid Ali, a Kashmiri resident accused of conspiring with Dr Umar Muhammad Nabi, who carried out the Nov.lO terror attack near the Red Fort, to |O-day NIA custody.
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November 18, 2025
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President and VP take a tour of Dubai Airshow '25
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday visited the 19th edition of the Dubai Airshow, currently taking place at Dubai World Central under the theme 'The Future is Here'.
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November 18, 2025
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Ajman strengthens franchise system to scale up local brands
The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Facilitate Middle East Consulting to establish a sustainable service platform that provides comprehensive support, including consulting, operational, and legal services to entrepreneurs and project owners in the emirate.
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November 18, 2025
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Israeli forces open fire on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon
The UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon said Israeli soldiers shot at its troops in the south of the country, while Israel's military said it mistook blue helmets for “suspects” and fired warning shots.
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November 18, 2025
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Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival to begin tomorrow
Mohammed Ibrahim Al Qaseer, Director of the Cultural Affairs Department at the Sharjah Department of Culture and Director of the Islamic Arts Festival, announced the details of the 26th edition of the Islamic Arts Festival, held under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
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November 18, 2025
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Airbus eyes requirement for 4,080 new passenger aircraft
Airbus has unveiled its Global Market Forecast 2025 for the region, spotlighting the Middle East as one of the fastest-growing aviation regions over the next two decades.
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November 18, 2025
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Dubai Police drone sets Guinness record at 580kph
Reaffirming their global leadership in security innovation, Dubai Police have achieved a new milestone after the drone developed at their Drone Systems Centre set a Guinness World Record as the fastest drone in the world, reaching a speed of 580 kilometres per hour.
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November 18, 2025
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EtihadWE, ePointZero to boost energy sustainability
Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ePointZero, a global investment platform focused on delivering end-to-end solutions across the energy value chain and a subsidiary of the International Holding Company (IHC) group, to explore new power generation projects and support the UAE's clean energy transition.
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