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  • Saif Al Islam Qaddafi, standing, was a prominent figure under his father Muammar's regime in Libya. AFP

    AnalysisQaddafi clan ‘finished’ as Libyans ponder riddle of son’s assassination

  • Amer Bisat, Lebanon's Minister of Economy. NNA

    InterviewLebanon acknowledges strained investor ties as it shifts focus to confidence-building

  • An Iranian woman reacts as she tries to connect to the internet to check on her visa status for her migration process, after a nationwide internet shutdown. Reuters

    'We want to scream': Iranians grapple with grief after crackdown on protests

  • Jay Vine has now won the Tour Down Under on two occasions. AFP

    Vine: Crashing into kangaroo one of most surreal moments of my career

  • A statue of Mercury, the Roman god of trade, in front of the AEX Index curve in the Euronext NV stock exchange in Amsterdam, Netherlands. European stocks soared 36 per cent in dollars last year, exceeding the gains of world stocks. Getty Images

    Business InsightsWhat to expect from stock markets in 2026

  • Inside Al Hol camp in Syria's Hasakah province. For years, these detention facilities and camps have represented a clear point of imbalance in the regional security equation. Getty

    CommentIraq is moving to prevent the return of ISIS in a new form

  • Atalanta's co-presidents Antonio Percassi, left, and Stephen Pagliuca. AFP

    World Governments Summit: Stephen Pagliuca on football, finance and growth

  • The Glydways vehicle could be one symbol of Dubai's futuristic thinking on public transport. Antonie Robertson / The National

    EditorialFrom the Dubai Loop to flying taxis and Etihad Rail, the UAE is on the move


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The National reveals web of companies under control of sanctioned individuals

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A second round of talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US began in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. Photo: Wam

Talks take place in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, Russia and US

Discussions show faith international community has in UAE, says Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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Trump warns Iran's Khamenei 'should be very worried' ahead of Friday talks in Oman

US

Gulf diplomacy jumped into action to secure US-Iran nuclear talks

Gulf
Rouble Nagi receives the prize from Sheikh Hamdan. Photo: World Governments Summit

India artist Rouble Nagi clinches $1 million world's best teacher prize

UAE

Israel hit by two major Gaza-related corruption cases

MENA

Lebanon wants 'majority' of million Syrian refugees to return home this year

MENA
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, reviewed the 2030 Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap on Wednesday. Dubai Media Office

Dubai to plant 1.5 million trees as Dh4bn green city project takes root

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  • Ramadan prayers are performed at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. Wam

    Ramadan 2026: Daily prayer timetable for UAE

  • Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt called for reforms to a law that protects companies from lawsuits over user-generated content. Getty Images via AFP

    'No more impunity': Joseph Gordon-Levitt makes an emotional plea on Big Tech

  • The Egyptian crime drama Fan El Harb, starring Youssef El Sherif, is part of Yango Play’s Ramadan slate of programmes. Photo: Yango Play

    From Hend Sabry to Youssef El Sherif: Yango Play reveals Ramadan series stars

  • This handout photograph released on February 4, 2026 shows the damaged crown of Empress Eugenie de Montijo after it was dropped during the heist from the Apollo Gallery at the Louvre Museum on October 19, 2025. The crown, dropped in Louvre Museum heist on October 19, 2025, "has retained its quasi-integrity" and will be completely restored, the Museum announced on February 4, 2026. (Photo by Thomas Clot / THE LOUVRE MUSEUM / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / LOUVRE MUSEUM / THOMAS CLOT" - HANDOUT - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS

    Best photos of February 5: Louvre heist crown to World Governments Summit in Dubai

  • Manchester City striker Omar Marmoush celebrates scoring his second goal in a 3-1 win over Newcastle. AFP

    Omar Marmoush 'happy to reach the final' after firing Man City past Newcastle

  • Sharjah Mosque lit up for the 15th annual Sharjah Light Festival. AFP

    Best photos of the dayFrom Sharjah Mosque to Sri Lanka's 78th Independence Day

  • Sebastian Coe has served as president of World Athletics since 2015. Getty Images

    Coe on Israeli participation, Enhanced Games and his UAE role with Gems

  • Al Hilal's new signing Karim Benzema holds up his new shirt during his official unveiling. Reuters

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  • Mohammed Ashi showed off his skill at his Ashi Studio haute couture show in Paris. Reuters

    Strong showing for Arab designers at Paris Couture Week alongside European peers

  • Veronique Nichanian’s final collection is greeted with rapturous applause in Paris. Photo: Hermes

    End of an era: Veronique Nichanian presents her final Hermes menswear collection

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    Shopping for good: Ataya’s annual exhibition in Abu Dhabi

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    Ramadan capsule collections to keep an eye on this year, from D&G to Mauzan

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The USS Enterprise, left, alongside the French carrier Charles de Gaulle in 2001. AFP

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Pakistan face rain threat in T20 World Cup opener

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Lebanese parliament members attend a session in Beirut. Lebanese Parliament / Flickr

US Congress bill calls for sanctions against anyone obstructing Lebanese elections

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Six Palestine Action activists cleared of aggravated burglary

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President Sheikh Mohamed with Evika Silina, Prime Minister of Latvia. Omar Al Askar / UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed meets global leaders at World Governments Summit

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Lebanon's army chief visits US as stage two of Hezbollah disarmament looms

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US proposes trading bloc for critical minerals to counter China

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Egypt and Turkey to upgrade relations to 'strategic' level during Erdogan visit

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Sudan's army says it broke RSF's siege of another South Kordofan city

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A statue of Mercury, the Roman god of trade, in front of the AEX Index curve in the Euronext NV stock exchange in Amsterdam, Netherlands. European stocks soared 36 per cent in dollars last year, exceeding the gains of world stocks. Getty Images

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US proposes trading bloc for critical minerals to counter China

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UAE non-oil business activity hits 11-month high on sales boost

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From Hend Sabry to Youssef El Sherif: Yango Play reveals Ramadan series stars

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Culture BitesSo you want to be a serious art collector? Abu Dhabi is calling

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South African architect Sumayya Vally has created a sprawling modular majlis titled In the Assembly of Lovers. Photo: Maghie Ghali

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