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Thousands in Gaza have protested in the past week against the Hamas militant group, which rules the Palestinian enclave. Bloomberg

CommentListen to Gazans when they say they don't want the war and they don't want Hamas

Workers at a tyre shop in Douma, on the outskirts of Damascus. Syria's economy has contracted sharply since the civil war began in 2011. AP

AnalysisSyria banking on new government to rebuild shattered economy

An area of Sanaa, Yemen's capital city, is littered with debris in the aftermath of a US air strike. Reuters

Yemeni civilians fear new war amid 'terror' of US air strikes

Children are particularly vulnerable to measles and symptoms include a cough, fever and blotchy skin rash. AFP

Global vaccination efforts under threat after sharp rise in US measles cases

Syria's President Ahmad Al Shara, front row, centre, with the 23 ministers appointed to the country's new interim government. AFP

Who are the key ministers in Syria's new transitional government?

Iman Al Alwani holds photos of her father, Maan Abdul Latif Al Alwani, and one of her brothers, Muhaid Al Alwani. Maan was killed in the 1982 massacre in the city, and Muhaid in the government crackdown to the protests that began in 2011. Lizzie Porter / The National

Special reportHama massacre survivors break 40-year silence

Walton Goggins stars as Rick Hatchett in The White Lotus. Photo: HBO

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The US state of Texas is home to more than 50 Fortune 500 companies. Getty Images/Nick Donaldson

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Israeli military issues eviction orders for most of Rafah

Displaced Palestinians, who flee from Rafah amidst ongoing Israeli military operations following Israel's renewed offensive in the Gaza Strip, arrive in Khan Younis, Gaza, on March 23, 2025. AP

Israeli military issues eviction orders for most of Rafah

Netanyahu vows to implement 'the Trump plan' by evicting Gazans
Eight Red Crescent workers among 14 bodies found after Israeli attack in Gaza
Hezbollah says it will act if 'unacceptable' Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue

Houthi supporters protest against US air strikes on Yemen. The latest round of American attacks began in mid-March. EPA

US strikes on Houthis complicate Yemeni peace process

Experts say push to end decade-long civil war requires more than military force

Marine Le Pen banned from running for office for five years

Trump 'very angry' with Putin and threatens tariffs on Russian oil if Ukraine deal blocked

Investigation into graffiti about Israel's presence at Expo 2025

UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar preparing joint bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup

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Egyptians protest against Israeli attacks on Gaza after Eid prayers

A demonstration in support of Palestinians took place nearby, with banners and slogans in support of Gaza

Inside UAE's landmark family farm steeped in history

Inside UAE's landmark family farm steeped in history

Syria replaces controversial justice minister Shadi Al Waisi

Syria replaces controversial justice minister Shadi Al Waisi

Lantern maker in Gaza brings light to children's lives amid war

Lantern maker in Gaza brings light to children's lives amid war

Rescued African manatees thrive in Abu Dhabi

Rescued African manatees thrive in Abu Dhabi

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during the Royal Salute Polo Challenge to benefit Sentebale in Florida in 2024. PA

Prince Harry accused of bullying by chairwoman of charity he founded

This sword, once owned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who famously built the Taj Mahal in India, is the highlight of the collection Photo Sotheby's

Shah Jahan's sword to be showcased at Sotheby's Dubai

Motorists in Bangalore drive pass a 'Make in India' lion statue. New Delhi needs to put in place policy that will enhance and expand the competitiveness of India's manufacturing base, particularly in the short to medium term. EPA

CommentHow looming US tariffs could be a 'good crisis' for India

The new Continental GT has a plug-in hybrid V8 engine. Photo: Bentley

Bentley's new Continental GT hybrid is still the best grand tourer

Tadhg O'Shea during the Dubawi Stakes at the Meydan Racecourse in Dubai in January. Pawan Singh / The National

ExclusiveO’Shea on realising Dubai World Cup dream and big call for 2025

A new deadline of April 5 is fast approaching and there is still no indication if China-based ByteDance will fully divest TikTok to keep it operating in the US. Reuters

TikTok ban update: Tensions run high as another US deadline looms

As Ramadan comes to a close, Laila El Haddad, a Palestinian American from Gaza, prepares dishes native to her homeland. Nilanjana Gupta / The National

Gaza activist and author observes sombre Eid Al Fitr in US

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - MARCH 30: Omar Marmoush of Manchester City celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammates Nico O'Reilly and Bernardo Silva during the Emirates FA Cup Quarter Final match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester City at Vitality Stadium on March 30, 2025 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt / Getty Images)

Marmoush scores as Man City beat Bournemouth to reach FA Cup semi-finals

Rescuers work at the site of a building that collapsed, in the aftermath of a strong earthquake, in Mandalay, Myanmar. Reuters

Myanmar earthquake impact made worse by severe damage to critical infrastructure

Knocked-out internet services and damaged roads make it difficult to assess needs in the country

Netanyahu vows to implement 'the Trump plan' by evicting Gazans

Gold touches new high and stock markets slump as Trump says tariffs will hit all countries

UK summit targets Kurdish people-smuggler bosses

Captagon smuggler welcomed by regime in Syria despite crackdown

'There will be bombing' if Iran fails to reach nuclear deal, Trump warns

Sudan's army chief vows to continue fight against RSF after retaking capital

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Flames emerge from flare stacks at the oil fields in Kirkuk, Iraq. Reuters

BP back to the future at Kirkuk

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Tourists explore large chunks of ice washed up on the beach in Nuuk, Greenland. Getty Images

A Muslim attends the Eid Al Fitr prayer, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, in Hasakah, Syria. Reuters

Palestinians in Khan Younis, Gaza, mourn medics who came under Israeli fire while on a rescue mission. Reuters

A bottle of Jean-Paul Gaultier perfume on the production line at the Pochet Group factory in Guimerville, France. AFP

French far-right politician Marine Le Pen arrives in court in Paris, where she was found guilty of embezzlement. Getty Images

Visitors take pictures on a boat next to cherry blossoms in Chidorigafuchi park in Tokyo. Reuters

Competitors during the Nuestros Ceballos equestrian event at La Rural fairgrounds in Buenos Aires, Argentina. AP

Rescue personnel work at the site of a building that collapsed in Bangkok during a massive earthquake on March 28. Reuters

Tourists explore large chunks of ice washed up on the beach in Nuuk, Greenland. Getty Images

A Muslim attends the Eid Al Fitr prayer, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, in Hasakah, Syria. Reuters

Palestinians in Khan Younis, Gaza, mourn medics who came under Israeli fire while on a rescue mission. Reuters

A bottle of Jean-Paul Gaultier perfume on the production line at the Pochet Group factory in Guimerville, France. AFP

French far-right politician Marine Le Pen arrives in court in Paris, where she was found guilty of embezzlement. Getty Images

Visitors take pictures on a boat next to cherry blossoms in Chidorigafuchi park in Tokyo. Reuters

Competitors during the Nuestros Ceballos equestrian event at La Rural fairgrounds in Buenos Aires, Argentina. AP

Rescue personnel work at the site of a building that collapsed in Bangkok during a massive earthquake on March 28. Reuters

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