The UAE is accelerating efforts to cement its status as a global investment hub, driven by innovation and flexible policies. Foreign direct investment has surged by 35%, reflecting the country’s growing economic influence, says Dubai crown prince Sheikh Hamdan.
Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum’s visionary leadership transformed Dubai into a global hub for business, tourism, and innovation, laying the foundation for its modern development. A new project now documents his legacy, offering future generations insights into the emirate’s remarkable transformation.
The UAE’s Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer spacecraft will embark on a 13-year mission to explore the Asteroid Belt, launching aboard Japan's H3 rocket in 2028, marking a major milestone in the nation's expanding space ambitions and global partnerships.
Iran International reports President Pezeshkian submitted a resignation letter citing IRGC takeover. Iran's presidency denies it. Khamenei is reportedly in seclusion. The US-Iran deal has not been signed. The Thursday Times reports what is known and what remains contested.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visits Islamabad on 1 June 2026 for the 8th EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue, meeting Pakistan's top civilian and military leadership including Field Marshal Munir.
PSG are back-to-back Champions League champions after defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in Budapest. Havertz gave Arsenal an early lead before Dembele equalised. Neither side could find a winner in 120 minutes. PSG held their nerve in the shootout. The Thursday Times reports.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said a true friendship is growing between Washington and Pakistan, calling its mediation role an unexpected development and praising Field Marshal Munir and PM Shehbaz Sharif directly.
Trump posted US-Iran deal terms from the Situation Room on 29 May. Strait of Hormuz to open. Blockade lifted. Nuclear material to be destroyed. Final determination pending. Pakistan's Ishaq Dar was in Washington meeting Rubio at the same moment. The Thursday Times reports.