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- 1UAE pledges additional $25 billion investment in India, targeting energyβUAE to invest another $25 billion in India, eyes energy bets
The United Arab Emirates will invest an additional $25 billion in India, with a focus on the energy sector, according to the Economic Times. The pledge builds on previous commitments and signals deepening economic ties between the two countries as India seeks foreign capital to fund its energy transition and growing power needs.
- 2Tunisian student Adam Mubarak jailed over Gaza flotilla supportβAdam Mubarak, Tunisian student in jail for Gaza flotilla support
Adam Mubarak, a Tunisian student, is being held in jail for his support of the Gaza flotilla, according to The New Arab. The case has drawn attention to the treatment of activists involved in pro-Palestinian flotilla efforts, with reports highlighting his detention and calls reportedly growing for his release. Details of the charges against him remain limited in available reporting.
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Mohamed Salah will miss Egypt's World Cup qualifier against South Sudan, according to a report by The New Arab. The Liverpool forward's absence is a significant blow to the Egyptian national team as they continue their qualifying campaign. No further details on the reason for his withdrawal or his expected return were included in the report.
- 4Gaza documentary 'NAZA' wins award at New York screeningβGaza doc βNAZAβ wins award as director speaks to New York audience
The Gaza documentary 'NAZA' has won an award, with its director speaking to an audience in New York about the film. The documentary focuses on Gaza, and the director's remarks to the New York audience drew attention alongside the prize. Coverage of the win has been reported by Arab News as the film continues to reach international viewers.
- 5UN calls for protection of radio frequencies used in Earth observationβRadio frequencies vital to Earth observation must be protected: UN
The United Nations is urging that radio frequencies essential to Earth observation be protected. These frequency bands allow satellites to monitor weather, climate and environmental change, and interference could disrupt critical scientific and forecasting services. The appeal, reported by Arab News, highlights growing pressure on spectrum from commercial and communications uses, prompting renewed calls for international coordination to safeguard observation systems.