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A portrait of slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and a flag of the Amal movement hang in the rubble of a destroyed house in the southern Lebanese village of Ramia. AFP

Hezbollah stands to lose from Lebanon’s reconstruction nightmare

The launch of the of Smart Dubai 2021, an aspect of which is to end paper transactions for Dubai Government as of 2021, building on the current move towards digital transactions. The National

CommentBureaucracy can be synonymous with efficiency

MENA female business founders

Business ExtraWhat obstacles do women-led start-ups face in the Middle East?

A render of the new Manchester United stadium. Reuters

Man United’s new stadium plan is bold and daring - but how will it be paid for?

US and Ukrainian officials are holding talks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to find a path to peace in the Ukraine. EPA

TrendingUS-Ukraine talks in Jeddah and Syria's breakthrough deal with SDF

A poster of Ruhollah Khomeini, the former supreme leader of Iran, lies on the ground of Tadmur prison, which was used as an Iranian base during the Syrian civil war. Matt Kynaston for The National

Long readFactories shut, fleeing fighters: How Iran’s sway in Syria collapsed

Cairo tops a list of 24 'climate flip' cities experiencing unaccustomed extremes of dry or wet weather. AFP

From flood to drought: Cairo tops list of world’s ‘climate flip’ cities

The plan approved by the UAE Cabinet this week aims to increase foreign investment to Dh240 billion ($65.35 billion) by 2031 and increase the Emirates' investment stock to Dh2.2 trillion over the coming years. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

EditorialHow the UAE is building resilience into its economic plans

US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Head of the Presidential Office of Ukraine Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, and Minister of Defence of Ukraine Rustem Umerov in Jeddah. EPA

Ukraine says it will agree to US proposal for 30-day ceasefire

US resumes military aid and intelligence sharing after breakthrough talks in Saudi Arabia

Syria breakthrough

Arab countries hail deal for SDF to join Syrian state institutions

Residents celebrate the signing of a breakthrough deal between Syria's interim government and the SDF in Qamishli, north-eastern Syria. AP

AnalysisWhat's next for fractured Syria after deal between Al Shara and SDF?

Soldiers secure Mach railway station in the southwestern province of Balochistan after Pakistani troops freed some passengers from the hijacked train. AFP

More than 100 hostages freed from hijacked Pakistan train

Why Iran’s nuclear programme spells trouble for Trump

Israel releases Lebanese detainees amid pledge to hold peace talks

Trump backs down on 50% steel and aluminium tariffs after Ontario drops electricity surcharge

Iran, China and Russia show naval might in Gulf of Oman drills

Fears of ‘devastating' environmental damage after ships collide in North Sea

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These are the most common mistakes teachers see when parents help children with homework. Getty Images

How much should parents help with their children’s homework?

India's captain Rohit Sharma, third left, and teammates celebrate with the winners trophy on the podium after defeating New Zealand in the final cricket match of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, March 9, 2025. (AP Photo / Christopher Pike)

Does erosion of integrity of cricket tournaments make India less likeable?

Egyptian Artist Salah Taher, left, and Umm Kulthum from the Salah Taher Collection of the Arab Art Archive. Photo: NYUAD

The NYU Abu Dhabi archive working to preserve history of modern Arab art

Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembele celebrates after scoring against Liverpool. AFP

Slot ‘shocked’ as Liverpool crash out of Champions League on penalties to PSG

Soccer Football - Champions League - Knockout Phase Playoff - Second Leg - Atalanta v Club Brugge - Gewiss Stadium, Bergamo, Italy - February 18, 2025 Club Brugge's Chemsdine Talbi applauds fans after the match REUTERS / Alessandro Garofalo

Moroccan teen Talbi already up to speed in Champions League for Club Brugge

A Department of Defence pico-satellite known as Atmospheric Neutral Density Experiment 2 (ANDE-2) is released from a space shuttle's payload bay. Photo: Nasa

Telesat CEO sees massive opportunity with low earth orbit satellites

Qavi Ansari makes sacrifices to maximise his savings. He does not travel often and limits his leisure spending. Antonie Robertson / The National

My Abu Dhabi Salary: ‘I earn Dh16,000 a month in oilfield services’

South Korean singer Wheesung was found dead at his residence, his management confirmed on Tuesday. AFP

Remembering Wheesung: A look back at his 2018 performance in Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi's flying ferries could travel from capital to Dubai in 30 minutes

Abu Dhabi's Strategic Development Fund and Regent’s $250 million joint venture could cut Abu Dhabi-to-Dubai travel time in half

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets French counterpart on official Paris trip

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets French counterpart on official Paris trip

Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah

Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah

Oil tanker collides with cargo ship in North Sea off UK coast

Oil tanker collides with cargo ship in North Sea off UK coast

Manchester United unveil plans for new 100,000-capacity stadium

Manchester United unveil plans for new 100,000-capacity stadium

The UAE Food Bank hopes to distribute seven million meals by the end of Ramadan. Photo: Dubai Media Office

UAE Food Bank distributes two million meals in first 10 days of Ramadan

President Sheikh Mohamed met with teachers, students and school administrators to celebrate Ramadan. Hamad Al Kaabi / UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed receives teachers and pupils to celebrate Ramadan

Abra captains prepare to break their fast during Ramadan while their boats are moored on Dubai Creek. Antonie Robertson / The National

How abra captains on Dubai Creek break their fast with a quiet iftar

Alserkal Rhythm of Peace will be performed by Kuwaiti composer and vocalist Ghazi Faisal Al-Mulaifi on March 15. Photo: Alserkal Avenue

Late night things to do during Ramadan in the UAE

Meals are being issued at Ramadan tents and labour accommodation. Photo: Wam

Underprivileged families and workers in the UAE receive free iftar meals

Hana AlNabulsi, triathlete for Challenge Sir Bani Yas. Photo: Challenge Sir Bani Yas

From athletes to chefs, how people in different professions fast during Ramadan

The Al Maqta Iftar cannon, operated by Abu Dhabi Police’s Police Legacy Department. Photo: Abu Dhabi Media Office

Abu Dhabi Police's Ramadan cannon is a link to nation's past

Rosewood Abu Dhabi has a pool but its Eid offer also comes with access to Saadiyat Beach Club. Photo: Rosewood Abu Dhabi

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

President Donald Trump and Tesla chief executive Elon Musk outside the White House on Tuesday. AP

Trump doesn't foresee a recession as US stocks continue sell-off

Wall Street ends lower after volatile day of trading

IMF unlocks $2.5bn for Egypt after completing fourth loan review

FILE PHOTO: Palestinian children wait to receive food cooked by a charity kitchen, during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, March 9, 2025. REUTERS / Hatem Khaled / File Photo

LatestHamas awaits new steps in Doha talks to implement ceasefire

House Democrats call for release of pro-Palestine campaigner

Remarks by US envoy for hostages Adam Boehler have caused consternation among Israeli officials. AFP

Israel in panic mode after US hostage envoy bombshell

Four arrested in connection with wave of deadly violence in Syria

Germany seeks to block asylum seekers at border

Philippines' ex-president Duterte held for crimes against humanity

ExclusiveLebanon fears sectarian violence as 10,000 Syrian Alawites flee across border

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People buy fruit and vegetables at Bulaq district in Cairo, in January 2023. EPA

IMF unlocks $2.5bn for Egypt after completing fourth loan review

Trump doesn't foresee a recession as US stocks continue sell-off

Nissan names new CEO in major shake-up after Honda merger talks crash

Culture

CommentDubai’s new art fair grant is taking Emirati art to the world

Eid Al Fitr: The biggest movies coming to Middle East cinemas

Egyptian Artist Salah Taher, left, and Umm Kulthum from the Salah Taher Collection of the Arab Art Archive. Photo: NYUAD

The NYU Abu Dhabi archive working to preserve history of modern Arab art

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UAE higher education offerings continue to improve, says global report

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UAE weather: Rain falls across country, with more showers forecast this week

My Abu Dhabi Salary: ‘I save and invest half of my Dh16,000 monthly pay from oil industry’

Manchester United’s new stadium plan is bold and daring - but the biggest question is how will it be paid for?

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Abu Dhabi's flying ferries could travel from capital to Dubai in 30 minutes

Abu Dhabi's flying ferries could travel from capital to Dubai in 30 minutes

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah

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