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UAE Delegation Meets French Officials to Strengthen Cooperation

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UAE Delegation Meets French Officials to Strengthen Cooperation

Photo by WAM
Photo by WAM

A high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates, led by the General Secretariat of the National Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organizations Committee (NAMLCFTC), visited Paris to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the UAE and France in combating financial and organised crimes and strengthening international economic security, state news agency WAM reported.

The mission aimed to present the UAE’s National Strategy 2024–2027 in combating financial crimes, reflecting the UAE’s proactive efforts to strengthen international partnerships and exchange expertise in this field. The visit highlights the UAE’s commitment to activating effective communication channels to reduce financial crimes in alignment with its strategic goals and global AML/CFT standards.

Hamid Saif AlZaabi, Secretary-General of the General Secretariat and Vice Chairman of NAMLCFTC, emphasized the importance of enhancing international cooperation in tackling financial crime, stating, “France is one of the UAE’s largest trade partners, and likewise, the UAE is France’s primary trade partner in the region. This necessitates strengthening our partnership to address illicit global financial flows. This visit is part of our commitment to and belief in the importance of fostering international cooperation and exchanging expertise.

"Discussions focused on enhancing partnerships across various areas and with several partners, including the Ministries of Treasury, Justice, and Interior, the Financial Intelligence Unit, and others. We look forward to continuing our work with French partners, especially on priority issues such as global organised crime, combating drug trafficking, and mitigating shared risks between our countries.”

According to WAM, Fahad Saeed Al Raqbani, UAE Ambassador to the French Republic, commended the close bilateral relations between the UAE and the French Republic, saying: “This visit marks a significant milestone to enhance the strategic and enduring partnership between the UAE and France, rooted in close cooperation and our shared commitment to global economic security and the fight against international financial crime. Through strengthened collaboration and the exchange of expertise, we aim to advance international efforts to confront financial security challenges.”

He added: “The delegation, led by the General Secretariat of the National Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting Financing of Terrorism and Financing of Illegal Organizations, discussed the comprehensive approach adopted by the UAE in addressing financial crimes. Furthermore, the delegation participated in technical discussions on key priority issues with our French partners. We look forward to further deepening sustainable cooperation between the UAE and France, to reinforce regional and global frameworks to combat illicit financial activities.”

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Saudi Arabia Expresses Condolences to Türkiye on Crash of Military Aircraft in Georgia

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Saudi Arabia Expresses Condolences to Türkiye on Crash of Military Aircraft in Georgia

Saudi Arabia Expresses Condolences to Türkiye on Crash of Military Aircraft in Georgia

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the Republic of Türkiye following the crash of a military aircraft in the Sighnaghi municipality in eastern Georgia.

According to SPA, the ministry affirmed the Kingdom’s solidarity with the Government of the Republic of Türkiye during this difficult time.

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Royal Saudi Air and Defense Forces Continue Participation in ATLC-35 Exercise in UAE 

ATLC-35 aims to boost combat readiness, strengthen operational planning and execution capabilities, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios. (SPA)
ATLC-35 aims to boost combat readiness, strengthen operational planning and execution capabilities, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios. (SPA)
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Royal Saudi Air and Defense Forces Continue Participation in ATLC-35 Exercise in UAE 

ATLC-35 aims to boost combat readiness, strengthen operational planning and execution capabilities, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios. (SPA)
ATLC-35 aims to boost combat readiness, strengthen operational planning and execution capabilities, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios. (SPA)

The Royal Saudi Air Force and the Royal Saudi Air Defense Force are continuing their participation in the aerial warfare and missile defense center exercise (ATLC-35), held in the UAE, alongside forces from several allied and friendly nations, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday.

As one of the most prominent joint air exercises in the region, ATLC-35 aims to boost combat readiness, strengthen operational planning and execution capabilities, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios.

The Royal Saudi Air Force is taking part with Tornado aircraft with its aircrews conducting a range of advanced training missions, including defensive and offensive air operations, combat search and rescue, night flight operations, and aerial refueling.

The exercise forms part of a broader series of air drills designed to exchange expertise, refine air combat tactics, and reinforce military cooperation among participating nations.

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MWL Condemns ‘Terrorist’ Bombing in Islamabad 

Security and rescue officials inspect the scene of a suicide bomb blast outside the judicial complex in Islamabad, Pakistan, 11 November 2025. (EPA)
Security and rescue officials inspect the scene of a suicide bomb blast outside the judicial complex in Islamabad, Pakistan, 11 November 2025. (EPA)
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MWL Condemns ‘Terrorist’ Bombing in Islamabad 

Security and rescue officials inspect the scene of a suicide bomb blast outside the judicial complex in Islamabad, Pakistan, 11 November 2025. (EPA)
Security and rescue officials inspect the scene of a suicide bomb blast outside the judicial complex in Islamabad, Pakistan, 11 November 2025. (EPA)

The Muslim World League (MWL) condemned on Tuesday the suicide bombing near the judicial court complex in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad.

In a statement, MWL Secretary-General and Council of Muslim Scholars Chairman Sheikh Dr. Muhammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa denounced the “treacherous terrorist crime that left dozens of victims.”

He reiterated the MWL's position of rejecting and condemning violence and terrorism in all forms, expressing full solidarity with Pakistan in confronting all that threatens its security and stability.

Al-Issa offered his condolences to the families of the victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

A suicide bomber struck outside a court in Pakistan's capital Tuesday, detonating his explosives next to a police car and killing 12 people in the latest of an uptick in violence across the country.

The blast, which also wounded 27 people, was heard for miles and came at a time of day when the area outside the district court in Islamabad is typically crowded with hundreds of visitors.

A breakaway faction of the Pakistani Taliban, the Jamaat-ul-Ahrar group, claimed responsibility for the attack, in messages to reporters from the group's leader, Omar Mukkaram Khurasani. However, an influential commander within the group, Sarbakaf Mohmand, also sent messages disavowing any claim to the attack.