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Tehran recently held a mass funeral for high-ranking military officials, including Revolutionary Guard chief Gen. Hossein Salami and Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, who were killed during the recent conflict with Israel. Simultaneously, hundreds of mothers gathered for the annual Hosseini Infants Ceremony, expressing religious devotion and political sentiments, including chants against the US and Israel.
Abu Dhabi successfully tested a flying taxi, a big step for future transport. The test was done with Archer Aviation before launching air taxi services in 2026. The goal is to create a complete aviation system, including training and manufacturing. Testing will continue to check how the aircraft works in Abu Dhabi's climate.
In 2025, the UAE job market shows cautious hiring amid economic uncertainties, with strong demand in construction, banking, and tech. Government roles in Dubai, listed on the official portal dubaicareers.ae, offer expats stable, well-paid opportunities across sectors like urban planning, healthcare, and aviation. Salaries reach up to Dh50,000, reflecting a strategic shift toward valuing global expertise alongside Emirati talent.
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice asserts that the US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities have significantly boosted America's global credibility, emphasizing the need for continuous demonstration of US influence in the international arena. She believes the operation, named Midnight Hammer, substantially damaged Iran's nuclear program, hindering their ability to develop nuclear weapons in the near future.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believes his discussions with US President Trump will bolster Gaza hostage release and ceasefire negotiations, which have resumed in Qatar. Netanyahu emphasized his commitment to securing a ceasefire under Israel's accepted conditions, ensuring the return of hostages, and eliminating the threat posed by Hamas.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia faced mistreatment after a mistaken deportation to El Salvador. He alleges severe beatings and psychological torture in prison. Despite a prior order against deportation, the Trump administration deported him. Now back in the US, Garcia faces human smuggling charges. The Justice Department plans to try him before any deportation attempts.
Dubai is set to welcome three prestigious international universities, IIM Ahmedabad, American University of Beirut, and Fakeeh College for Medical Sciences in 2025-26. This expansion supports Dubai’s Education 33 strategy, aiming to boost global competitiveness and international student enrolment to 50% by 2033, contributing approximately $1.52 billion USD to the city’s economy.
The US Justice Department has charged two Chinese nationals with espionage, alleging they worked to infiltrate the US military. Yuance Chen and Liren Lai are accused of photographing a naval base, arranging a secret cash drop, and attempting to recruit US military personnel.
