Salma El Omla

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Salma El Omla is a digital journalist who is passionate about uncovering the human side of every story and rarely spotted without notebook in hand. She enjoys good coffee and loves exploring new hobbies.

Trump says plan to attack Iran on Tuesday paused amid 'serious negotiations'

LiveTrump says plan to attack Iran on Tuesday paused amid 'serious negotiations'

Khaleej Times brings you the latest global, regional and local developments on Day 41 of the ceasefire

Dubai launches digital archive project to preserve its history, cultural heritage

Dubai launches digital archive project to preserve its history, cultural heritage

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation has launched the project in partnership with five government entities to safeguard the nation’s memory for future generations

Trump warns 'won't be anything left' of Iran unless it agrees to deal

Trump warns 'won't be anything left' of Iran unless it agrees to deal

As we enter the 40th day and diplomatic efforts continue in separate pockets across the globe, stay tuned to Khaleej Times for all the latest developments

UAE FM tells IAEA chief that country has full right to respond to such ‘terrorist attacks’

UAE FM tells IAEA chief that country has full right to respond to such ‘terrorist attacks’

The Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems engaged three drones, intercepting two while the third struck a generator near the Barakah energy site

UAE intercepts two drones, third strikes near Barakah nuclear plant site

UAE intercepts two drones, third strikes near Barakah nuclear plant site

The ministry of defence stated that investigations are ongoing to determine the source of the attacks

Saudi Arabia announces Hajj season calendar; when will Umrah visas resume?

Saudi Arabia announces Hajj season calendar; when will Umrah visas resume?

The announcement comes as Saudi Arabia prepares for Hajj, with the Dhul Hijjah moon sighting set for Sunday, May 17, to determine the dates of Eid Al Adha

Look: UAE astronomers capture daytime image of Dhul Qadah's last quarter moon

Look: UAE astronomers capture daytime image of Dhul Qadah's last quarter moon

Dhul Hijjah is one of the holiest months in Islam, marked by the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Makkah, one of the five pillars of Islam, as well as the celebration of Eid Al Adha

Israel, Lebanon ceasefire will be extended by 45 days, US says

Israel, Lebanon ceasefire will be extended by 45 days, US says

As the temporary ceasefire extends into Day 38 and diplomatic efforts continue, stay tuned to Khaleej Times for all the latest developments in the US-Israel-Iran war

UAE Fatwa Council announces Dhul Hijjah crescent to be observed on May 17

UAE Fatwa Council announces Dhul Hijjah crescent to be observed on May 17

Dhul Hijjah is one of the holiest months in the Islamic calendar, marked by the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah and Eid al Adha

Parliament speaker says Iran ready to 'teach a lesson' if attacked

Parliament speaker says Iran ready to 'teach a lesson' if attacked

Khaleej Times brings you the latest updates as the ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war enters Day 34