UN calls for accountability in Gaza, Dubai Police’s cybercrime triumph, and more, Gulf News Editors comment on November 10 top news

UN CALLS FOR ACCOUNTABILITY IN GAZA: The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has issued a stark warning of escalating war crimes in Gaza, urging Israel and Hamas to seek peace and cease actions causing harm to civilians. Volker Türk emphasised that Israel has a responsibility to protect civilians and uphold principles of distinction, precaution in attack, and proportionality. Condemning the attacks by Hamas on Israel, Türk called for the release of hostages, emphasising that enduring peace cannot be achieved through indiscriminate actions causing suffering to those not responsible for the crimes committed. (By Sadiq Shaban, Opinion Editor)

DUBAI POLICE’S CYBERCRIME TRIUMPH: In a commendable feat, the Dubai Police have executed a meticulously coordinated security operation targeting an international syndicate of cybercriminals and fraudsters. These culprits exploited major enterprises across multiple countries by infiltrating email correspondences between company leaders and branch managers. Dubbed "Monopoly," the operation, led by Dubai Police's specialised Anti-Cybercrime Team, resulted in the arrest of 43 suspects from various nationalities, exposing the identity of the gang leader and 20 accomplices. The criminals orchestrated a two-phase money transfer amounting to an estimated $36 million. The operation's success was marked by the issuance of an international pursuit and arrest warrant, a “red notice”, against the masterminds, effectively dismantling one of the most perilous international hacking and fraud syndicates while recovering the stolen funds. The operation started with a report through the anti-cybercrime platform, e-crime.ae. This prompt response highlights the significance of robust cybersecurity measures and Dubai's dedication to combating cybercrime. (By Jay Hilotin, Senior Assistant Editor)

DUBAI BECOMING A MAGNET FOR ICONIC MUSIC FESTIVALS? The legendary Untold festival, which takes place in Romania, has chosen Dubai as its first international outpost. Come February 2024, ‘Untold Dubai’ will play out at the Expo City and the line-up which was revealed today boasted some of the biggest names in the musical landscape. Apart from Dutch DJ Armin Van Buuren hitting the mainstage, gear up to witness British pop sensation Ellie Goulding, American icon Bebe Rexha, and electronic music virtuosos DJ Hardwell and Don Diablo in action in our backyard. This unprecedented musical extravaganza promises an eclectic fusion of electropop, future house, and hip hop beats. And the fact that it’s all happening in our city makes you realise that Dubai is becoming global hotspot for all things incredible. (By Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Entertainment Editor)