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Zawya
2 days ago
- Politics
- Zawya
UAE's top high school achievers source of pride to nation: Abdullah bin Zayed
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Chairman of the Education, Human Development, and Community Development Council, praised the country's top high school achievers for 2024-2025, describing them as an inspiring model of determination, ambition, and excellence. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised that their outstanding achievements deserve recognition and commendation. In a statement on the occasion, he said, 'I was pleased to meet the top-performing high school students from across the country, who have earned this recognition and appreciation for their outstanding performance. You are a source of pride to your country, your families, and your communities. Your remarkable success reflects your perseverance, dedication, and an unwavering determination to excellence. Congratulations on this distinguished achievement.' H.H. Sheikh Abdullah expressed the sincere gratitude to the UAE's leadership strategic vision, which places education at the heart of its national priorities and continuously promotes excellence among the current and future generations. He added, 'Our warmest congratulations go to all high school graduates who have completed a significant chapter in their academic path and are now about to begin a new phase that calls for even greater commitment. You move forward in a country that embraces ambition, opens its doors to every determined individual, and believes that its youth are the builders of the future and the drivers of sustainable progress. Sheikh Abdullah concluded, "And to parents and teachers who provided unwavering support, encouragement, and guidance, we extend our deepest appreciation. You provided the right environment that nurtures learning and belonging. We are confident that these excellent results will inspire a journey of continuous distinction.'
The National
5 days ago
- Politics
- The National
Sheikh Abdullah holds talks with UN nuclear agency chief
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has held talks with Rafael Grossi, director general of the UN nuclear watchdog. The two men discussed co-operation between the UAE and the International Atomic Energy Agency, with Sheikh Abdullah reiterating the Emirates' support for the agency in fostering the peaceful use of nuclear energy. They also discussed the broader regional situation, state news agency Wam reported. Iran has said it needs time and assurances from the US before it can resume nuclear talks. Tehran's nuclear programme has been under the spotlight in recent weeks, despite the regime long denying it is seeking to acquire nuclear weapons. The IAEA, however, warns that Iran's enrichment levels are higher than necessary for any civilian purpose. Israel has also insisted Tehran is seeking weapons, which was the premise Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used as justification for striking Iran's nuclear facilities last month. After a ceasefire came into effect, ending 12 days of war between Iran and Israel, US President Donald Trump said talks were being held with Tehran over its nuclear programme. Confusion looms large over Iran But Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the country was ready to enrich uranium again to 'make up for lost time'. 'In order for us to decide to re-engage, we will have to first ensure that America will not revert back to targeting us in a military attack during the negotiations,' he added. On June 22, the US sent seven stealth bombers, backed by fighter jets and submarines firing cruise missiles, to attack three Iranian nuclear sites. Mr Trump has insisted the three sites were 'totally obliterated' in a move that will set Iran's nuclear programme back years. But Tehran said the damage was minimal. On Saturday, Mr Grossi said the damage was 'not total' and that Iran's enrichment capacity could recover in a matter of months. Tehran remains defiant, with Mr Araghchi saying in an interview with CBS News that the country's 'peaceful nuclear programme has turned into a matter of national pride and glory'. 'We have also gone through 12 days of imposed war, therefore, people will not easily back down from enrichment,' he added, while stating Iran is ready to defend itself if attacked again.
Times of Oman
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Times of Oman
EAM Jaishankar, UAE counterpart discuss situation in West Asia and ways to reduce escalation
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday and discussed the current situation in West Asia and the role of diplomacy. Jaishankar stated that he and Abdullah bin Zayed agreed to remain in touch. In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, "Had a telecon with DPM & FM @ABZayed of UAE on the current situation in West Asia and the role of diplomacy. Agreed to remain in touch." According to the statement released by the Office of the UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah bin Zayed and Jaishankar discussed ways to reduce escalation and prevent the spread of the conflict in the region. "Abdulla bin Zayed and @DrSJaishankar discuss during a phone call the latest developments in the region, and ways to reduce escalation and prevent the spread of the conflict in the region," the Office of the UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs posted on X. Tensions have escalated in West Asia after Israel carried out strikes in Iran. On Sunday, Israel conducted a "wide-scale" wave of strikes targeting several weapons production sites in Iran, the Israeli military said. The strikes destroyed infrastructure belonging to the Quds Force, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and the Iranian military in Tehran, according to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). "Numerous weapons production sites across Iran were targeted," the IDF said. These targets included a site for the production of navigation and missile systems, a site for producing fuels for various types of missiles, and a planetary mixer designed for the production of surface-to-surface missile engines. The IDF also reported that the strikes hit a production site for components of aerial defence systems belonging to the IRGC. Israel's air force has struck and dismantled military targets in Tehran, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Sunday. "The IAF struck and dismantled surface-to-surface missile production sites, detection radar sites, and surface-to-air missile launchers in Tehran, with the direction of the IDF Intelligence Directorate," the IDF said in a statement. Iran launched a new barrage at Israel on Sunday evening, with an explosion seen in the coastal city of Haifa. Israel said it began another series of strikes on military targets across Iran amid international pleas for diplomacy and de-escalation, according to CNN. The hostilities have killed at least 224 people in Iran and 14 in Israel, according to local authorities in each country. As Tehran residents flee the capital, Iran's Ministry of Health said at least 1,481 people had been injured since Israel launched the wave of attacks on Friday. Iran's strikes come after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the launch of a large-scale military campaign, Operation Rising Lion, aimed at dismantling what he described as an existential threat posed by Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programmes. Meanwhile, Iran has started the fourth phase of its operation against Israel, semi-official Iranian media outlet Mehr News reported on Sunday. The operation, dubbed Operation True Promise 3, included "hundreds of various ballistic missiles" targeting residential buildings and infrastructure in Israel, Mehr News Agency reported. The attacks are a "decisive response" to Israel's initial strike on Iran, which killed several high-ranking military commanders
Zawya
05-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Abdullah bin Zayed, Canada's Foreign Minister discuss bilateral relations in phone call
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a telephone conversation with Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada. During the call, the two top diplomats reviewed bilateral relations and explored various aspects of cooperation and joint efforts between the UAE and Canada. They also discussed opportunities to further develop ties in ways that serve the mutual interests of both countries and contribute to the prosperity and well-being of their peoples. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed congratulated Minister Anita Anand on her appointment as Canada's Foreign Minister, expressing his eagerness to work closely with her to strengthen and expand avenues of collaboration between the two nations.
Zawya
03-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Abdullah bin Zayed, Australian Foreign Minister discuss strengthening ties
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance them in a phone call with Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah congratulated Wong on her reappointment as Minister for Foreign Affairs, expressing his aspiration to continue working together to further the growth and development of the prosperous cooperation between the two friendly countries. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah affirmed the depth of the UAE-Australia friendship, as the two nations mark 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1975. He also highlighted their shared commitment to seizing available opportunities to strengthen avenues of joint cooperation in support of both countries' development goals. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah and Penny Wong also reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest.
