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Times of Oman
3 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
EU agrees to start talks with Gulf nations on strategic ties
Brussels: European Union (EU) member states approved the launch of negotiations with six Gulf countries as the bloc seeks to broaden its international partnerships, Bloomberg reported. European affairs ministers gave the green light to the opening of talks aimed at concluding bilateral Strategic Partnership Agreements with Gulf Cooperation Council countries, during a meeting in Brussels on Friday. Negotiations are expected to begin as soon as possible and to address a broad spectrum of issues, including security and energy, as the EU is stepping up efforts to diversify relationships. "Through the Strategic Partnership Agreements, we aim to take our cooperation to the next level," European Commissioner for Mediterranean Dubravka Suica told Bloomberg.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
EU agrees to start talks with Gulf nations on strategic ties
European Union member states approved the launch of negotiations with six Gulf countries as the bloc seeks to broaden its international partnerships, Bloomberg reported. European affairs ministers gave the green light to the opening of talks aimed at concluding bilateral Strategic Partnership Agreements with Gulf Cooperation Council countries, during a meeting in Brussels on Friday. Negotiations are expected to begin as soon as possible and to address a broad spectrum of issues, including security and energy, as the EU is stepping up efforts to diversify relationships. 'Through the Strategic Partnership Agreements, we aim to take our cooperation to the next level,' European Commissioner for Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica told Bloomberg.
Bloomberg
5 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
EU Agrees to Start Talks With Gulf Nations on Strategic Ties
European Union member states approved the launch of negotiations with six Gulf countries as the bloc seeks to broaden its international partnerships amid tariff threats from President Donald Trump. European affairs ministers gave the green light to the opening of talks aimed at concluding bilateral Strategic Partnership Agreements with Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which include Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, during a meeting in Brussels on Friday, according to people familiar with the discussions, who spoke on the condition on anonymity.
UAE Moments
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
How to Keep Kids Entertained Indoors During Heatwaves
When the temperatures outside start feeling like a literal oven (hello, 48°C and rising), staying indoors becomes less of an option and more of a survival tactic. For families across the Gulf, summer heatwaves can make everyday outings impossible. But that doesn't mean your kids have to be bored out of their minds—or glued to screens for hours on end. Here's your go-to guide to keeping kids entertained indoors during a heatwave, packed with fun ideas, screen-free options, and even a few sneaky educational twists. Bonus: most of these activities require minimal prep, zero fancy equipment, and absolutely no sweating. 1. Create an 'Indoor Obstacle Course' Got pillows? Blankets? Chairs? Boom—you've got a jungle gym. Build a course across the living room using cushions, tunnels made from bedsheets, and 'lava floors' they have to jump over. Add a timer to make it extra competitive. 2. DIY Craft Station That Doesn't Destroy Your House Think low-mess: stickers, coloring books, bead kits, paper crafts. Set up a designated 'art zone' with a plastic tablecloth and washable supplies. Bonus points if you turn it into a mini gallery afterward. 3. Living Room Camp-In No tents? No problem. Build a fort with blankets and fairy lights. Add sleeping bags or cushions and let the imagination do the rest. Great for pretend play, storytelling, or even a movie night. 4. Kitchen Science Experiments You don't need a lab—just a few pantry staples. Try making slime, baking soda volcanoes, or magic milk with food coloring. It's fun and educational. Win-win. 5. Treasure Hunt with a Twist Create a scavenger hunt using clues hidden around the house. Level it up by adding a theme—pirates, detectives, or superheroes—and letting the kids dress up too. 6. Mini Home Theater Experience Turn your living room into a cinema: dim the lights, make popcorn, and let them design tickets or posters for the show. Rotate who picks the film each day. 7. Dance Party or Kids' Yoga Session Search YouTube for dance tutorials, freeze dance playlists, or kids' yoga videos. Great for blowing off steam without melting. 8. Interactive Storytime or Audiobook Adventures If reading out loud isn't your thing 24/7, try audiobooks or kid-friendly podcasts. Pair them with coloring or puzzle time to keep hands busy while their minds wander. 9. Cooking Together (Safely!) Let the kids help with lunch, make homemade popsicles, or whip up no-bake desserts. It's a great way to build confidence—and keep them distracted from heat complaints. 10. Build a Routine (Yes, Really) Creating a loose structure—like morning crafts, afternoon games, and evening wind-down—helps everyone stay sane. Post it on the fridge so kids know what to expect. Final Thoughts: Whether you're in Dubai, Doha, Riyadh or anywhere else in the Gulf, indoor parenting during the scorching summer months doesn't have to mean chaos. With just a bit of planning (and a lot of snacks), you can transform your home into a cool, creative, boredom-proof zone that even adults might want to escape to.
Khaleej Times
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
'A serious escalation': UAE condemns Israeli minister's call for annexing occupied West Bank
The UAE has strongly condemned statements made by an Israeli minister regarding imposing sovereingty over the occupied West Bank. Yariv Levin, Israel's Minister of Justice, has called for expanding the scope of Jewish settlements in the occupied Palestinian West Bank. Cabinet ministers in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party also called on Wednesday for Israel to annexe the Israeli-occupied region before the Knesset recesses at the end of the month. 'The task must be completed, the existential threat removed from within, and another massacre in the heart of the country must be prevented,' the petition stated. In a statement issued by the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the nation affirmed that such statement constitute "a serious escalation and a blatant violation of resolutions on international legitimacy". It also expressed "its categorical rejection of all provocative statements and measures aimed at altering the legal status of the Occupied Palestinian Territory, as well as all practices that threaten further escalation and instability in the region and impede endeavours to achieve peace and stability". Calling on the international community to intensify efforts to reach an immediate ceasefire to avoid further loss of life, the UAE clarified that it is steadfast in its commitment to reinforcing peace and justice, and safeguarding the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar condemned and denounced statements made by the Israeli minister calling for annexation of the occupied West Bank. Most countries regard Jewish settlements in the West Bank, many of which cut off Palestinian communities from one another, as a violation of international law. With each advance of Israeli settlements and roads, the West Bank becomes more fractured, further undermining prospects for a contiguous land on which Palestinians could build a sovereign state long envisaged in Middle East peacemaking.
