Tensions soar as Israel launches 'Operation Rising Lion' against Iran's nuclear facilities, citing existential threats. Prime Minister Netanyahu vows to eliminate Iran's nuclear capabilities. US Secretary of State Rubio distances the US from the strikes, prioritizing American forces' safety. Global leaders, including Australia and New Zealand, express alarm, urging restraint and diplomatic solutions amidst fears of regional destabilization.
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Norway on Tuesday launched a flagship carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, a technology seen as crucial to curbing climate change but struggling to find a viable economic model. Norway has presented Longship as the "world's first full-scale value chain" for capture and storage of carbon in the greenhouse gases that cause harmful climate change.
A federal judge ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a legal US resident detained after participating in pro-Palestinian demonstrations. The judge cited irreparable harm to Khalil's career and free speech rights due to his detention. Despite the ruling, Khalil will remain in custody pending a possible government appeal, highlighting ongoing legal battles over activism and immigration.
Following Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, UAE airlines have suspended flights to numerous Middle Eastern, Caucasian, and Central Asian destinations. Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, and Air Arabia have halted services to countries including Iran, Iraq, and Israel, causing significant disruptions at Dubai airports. Passengers are advised to check flight status and arrive early as airlines work to manage the evolving situation.
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Emiratisation—the UAE’s initiative to increase Emirati employment, is advancing rapidly in the insurance sector, where nationals now make up 22% of employees. Minister Mohamed Al Husaini announced a new goal of 50–60% localisation by 2030, signaling a decisive effort to shift workforce demographics and strengthen national participation in a sector traditionally dominated by expatriates.