World news | The National

International Edition

Road to Net Zero

Music & On-stage

Fashion & Beauty

International Edition

Podcasts Newsletters Follow us Alerts App Video

Arab Showcase Weekend

Road to Net Zero

Music & On-stage

Fashion & Beauty

Road to Net Zero

Music & On-stage

Fashion & Beauty

TOPSHOT - A Lebanese army inspection team check destruction at the site of an overnight Israeli airstrike that targeted one of their positions in the southern Lebanese coastal town of Sarafand on November 20, 2024, amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah. The Lebanese army said three soldiers were killed when Israel struck their position in Sarafand on November 19, with the health ministry reporting eight other people were wounded. (Photo by Mahmoud ZAYYAT / AFP)

Any ceasefire deal must end fighting swiftly, Hezbollah says

Deal must preserve Lebanon's sovereignty, the group says, in reference to Israel's stance that it will keep striking even with a truce in place

Iraq launches first national census in nearly four decades

Trump's return to power and the high-tech global arms race

US temporarily shuts its embassy in Kyiv over 'air attack' warning

Israel blamed for creating power vacuum enabling gangs to loot and sell Gaza aid

In focus

New MG release the RX9, which fits between the RX5 and RX8 size-wise. Photo: MG

New cars to hit the Middle East roads in November

Trent Boult of Deccan Gladiators bowls a delivery during final match of 2023 Abu Dhabi T10 league played between Team Deccan Gladiators and Team New York Strikers played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Photo: Abu Dhabi T10

Everything you need to know about Abu Dhabi T10

An Iranian cleric visits the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Museum in Tehran, Iran, November 15, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia press Agency) via REUTERS ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY.

Iran moves away from uranium expansion and Israel-Hezbollah talks progress

Tanweer Festival is running near to the Mleiha Archaeological Centre in Sharjah. Photo: Tanweer Festival

What's on at Sharjah's Tanweer Festival, from music to glamping

Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda in Wicked. Photo: Universal Studios

Wicked review: The movie adaptation is unashamed of its musicality

Carme Artigas, co-chair of the UN's AI advisory body, said that AI regulation should be embraced and not feared. Photo: Cody Combs

Experts gather in Abu Dhabi to answer the question: can we trust AI?

A four-course meal will be on offer at The Guild this Christmas. Photo: The Guild

Where to celebrate Christmas in Dubai for under Dh500

UAE schoolchildren will be joining in with this year's National Day celebrations. Chris Whiteoak / The National

When is the UAE's National Day 2024?

A photo taken from the southern Lebanese coastal city of Tyre shows smoke billowing following an Israeli airstrike which targeted the area of al-Hosh on the outskirts of Tyre, on Tuesday. AFP

ExclusiveIsrael-Hezbollah ceasefire hinges on 'self-defence' clause

Israel pushes to be allowed to enter Lebanese air space after war

Hamas leaders 'have left Qatar' but offices remain open

Israel and Hezbollah gains and losses obscured by fog of war

Trump calls on pro-tariff CEO Howard Lutnick to lead US trade agenda

US Republicans tell Israel 'reinforcements are on the way'

Most British Muslims feel Islamophobia is on the rise in UK

Trump and Musk meet in Texas for SpaceX launch

Podcast: Beyond the Headlines

A mural depicting US president-elect Donald Trump is painted on Israel's separation wall in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank. AFP.

What will Donald Trump’s presidency change for Palestinians?

Ceasefire in Gaza and a viable two-state solution will depend on the president-elect’s new policies

Iranians drive by a billboard depicting an Iranian army soldier covering his face with Iran's national flag in memory of Iranian army officers slain in an Israeli strike. EPA.

What do Arab states think of Israel striking Iran?

The impact of Israel’s ban on UNRWA

Why is Israel still bombing northern Gaza?

UAE news

More than 1,000 jobs are open to Emirati applications at Tawdheef x Zaheb, taking place at the Adnec Centre Abu Dhabi until Thursday. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Emirati women more driven to private sector jobs than men, recruiters say

Women from the UAE make up 60 to 70 per cent in some sectors like hospitality, medicine and education

UAE committed to open doors for people with intellectual disabilities

My Own Home: ‘Love at first sight’ with surgeon’s Dh1m Remraam apartment

Sheikh Mohamed calls for end to regional conflict in talks with Qatari PM

Swedish embassy in drive to help companies recruit best Emirati talent

Gaza aid situation beyond grave, says head of IRC

When is the UAE's National Day 2024?

Latest

Most Read

Top Videos

Christo and Jeanne-Claude Award winners announced

Nicholas Foulkes on his Assouline book celebrating a hundred years of Loro Piana

Emirati women more driven to private sector jobs than men, recruiters say

Levant creatives show unwavering connection to their roots at Abu Dhabi Art

UAE committed to open doors for people with intellectual disabilities

Al Ghassani fuels UAE's World Cup qualifying surge

Iraq launches first national census in nearly four decades

Tendulkar and Bollywood stars among voters in Mumbai polls

UAE freelance licences now as low as Dh1,070 to attract talent

My Own Home: ‘Love at first sight’ with surgeon’s Dh1m Remraam apartment

ExclusiveIsrael-Hezbollah ceasefire hinges on 'self-defence' clause

UAE thrash Qatar to give World Cup hopes huge boost

LiveAny ceasefire deal must end fighting swiftly, Hezbollah says

Sheikh Mohamed calls for end to regional conflict in talks with Qatari PM

Iran takes steps to halt expansion of enriched uranium stockpile

ExclusiveAndalusian to open first global office in UAE by early 2025

Saudi Arabia unveils designs for 2034 Fifa World Cup stadium

Saudi Arabia unveils designs for 2034 Fifa World Cup stadium

Dubai Airports boss: Flying taxis an incredibly exciting development

Dubai Airports boss: Flying taxis an incredibly exciting development

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed attends G20 summit in Brazil

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed attends G20 summit in Brazil

Newsletter

MENA Today

MENA Today

The must read newsletter for the region

Preview Sign up

More Newsletters

Mena news

Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Education, speaking at the Inclusion for Tomorrow conference at Zayed University in Abu Dhabi. Pawan Singh / The National

UAE committed to open doors for people with intellectual disabilities

Ministers say inclusion changes mindsets with acceptance of people with intellectual disabilities breaking barriers in schools, sports and wider world

Iraq launches first national census in nearly four decades

TOPSHOT - A Lebanese army inspection team check destruction at the site of an overnight Israeli airstrike that targeted one of their positions in the southern Lebanese coastal town of Sarafand on November 20, 2024, amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah. The Lebanese army said three soldiers were killed when Israel struck their position in Sarafand on November 19, with the health ministry reporting eight other people were wounded. (Photo by Mahmoud ZAYYAT / AFP)

LiveAny ceasefire deal must end fighting swiftly, Hezbollah says

ExclusiveIsrael-Hezbollah ceasefire hinges on 'self-defence' clause

In the current war, both Israel and Hezbollah have demonstrated powerful new capabilities.

Israel and Hezbollah gains and losses obscured by fog of war

Iran takes steps to halt expansion of enriched uranium stockpile

Hamas leaders 'have left Qatar' but offices remain open

InterviewFirebrand Israeli MP Ofer Cassif says opposition are 'cowards'

Israel blamed for creating power vacuum enabling gangs to loot and sell Gaza aid

US news

UK news

Ukrainian service personnel use searchlights as they monitor the sky over Kyiv, during a Russian drone strike. Reuters

US temporarily shuts its embassy in Kyiv over 'air attack' warning

Who has Donald Trump picked to serve in his cabinet and other roles?

Trump calls on pro-tariff CEO Howard Lutnick to lead US trade agenda

UK news

'Final straw': Protesting farmers drive tractors into heart of London

Art placed on sanctions enforcement list after works seized from Hezbollah financier

A survey found many felt anti-Muslim hatred and Islamophobia had become more widespread since the unrest in Southport this year. Getty Images

Most British Muslims feel Islamophobia is on the rise in UK