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People gather as cars drive past rubble from damaged buildings in Beirut's southern suburbs, after a ceasefire between Israel and Iran-backed group Hezbollah took effect in November. Reuters

‘Axis of sitting ducks’: Why Hezbollah cannot afford to defend Iran from Israel’s attacks

Vishwashkumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Air India Flight 171 crash, is in a stable condition in a hospital in Ahmedabad, western India.

Doctor treating Air India crash survivor tells of patient's miracle escape

An anti-deportation protester gestures towards a police officer in Los Angeles on June 9. There was never a question of either the California governor or Los Angeles mayor – albeit both are liberal Democrats – requesting federal troops. AFP

CommentThe LA protests were exactly what Donald Trump has been waiting for

Palestinians gather in Rafah to collect what remains of relief supplies from the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. Reuters.

Beyond the HeadlinesWho are Abu Shabab, the armed militia Israel is backing in Gaza?

A billboard in Beirut that reads, in Arabic, 'A new era for Lebanon'. AP

Lebanon aims to win back Gulf tourists and investors to save its economy

Boeing hit its 737 Max production target in May and had gained the approval of key customers in recent months. AFP

Air India's 787 crash is a 'stress test' for Boeing's turnaround push

A bust in honour of Elon Musk, which was vandalised, near Starbase in Brownsville, Texas. Reuters

CommentElon Musk's downfall could mark the end of a cultural era

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, left, and Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich face travel bans and asset freezes. EPA

EditorialIsrael's disconnection with allies and partners has rarely been clearer


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Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept missiles over Tel Aviv, Israel, Friday, June 13, 2025. (AP Photo / Leo Correa)

Iran retaliates as Israeli strikes hit nuclear facilities

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  • Saudi-French conference at UN on Palestinian statehood postponed
An Israeli Air Force F15 fighter jet. It's airforce will likely conduct round the clock air strikes to demolish Iran's nuclear facilities. EPA

Israel set to wage methodical destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities

MENA
A composite photo shows a suspected nuclear reactor building in Syria before and after it was bombed by Israel in 2007. US Government via Reuters

Israeli attack on Iran echoes strikes in Iraq and Syria years ago

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Israel's Iran attacks deliver double hit to airlines

Aviation

The nuclear sites at the heart of Iran's controversial programme

MENA

Etihad, Emirates and flydubai flights impacted following Israeli strikes on Iran

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Israel’s war toolkit unleashed: Precision missiles, Mossad infiltrators and waves of bombers

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Weekend EssayUS ambiguity shouldn't stop work on a two-state solution

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A mountain infantry soldier waits prior an exercise of the mountain infantry brigade 23 of the German Bundeswehr at an exercise area near the Bavarian village Bad Reichenhall, southern Germany. AFP

Why Germany is at war with itself on the eve of its first military veterans day

'I found a place in a group chat where I could be myself, share my thoughts and not worry about being judged,' Faisal Al Zaabi writes. Getty Images

ColumnSome of my best friends are people I've never met

This Disabled People Fight Back banner from 2014 is on display at the exhibition in London. Photo: People’s History Museum

ExhibitionAt the V&A, a show by disabled artists is using humour to make a point

David Raya of Arsenal during a training session at Sobha Realty Training Centre. Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC

The Sobha Realty partnership helping Arsenal's training ground get match-fit

Coptic Orphans charity works to empower children in Egypt. Photo: Coptic Orphans

How a Coptic children's charity is building bridges between Christians and Muslims in Egypt

The Disney cartoon Mickey in Arabia was an early effort from the company in 1932. Photo: Walt Disney Productions

When Mickey Mouse first came to Arabia - a century before Disneyland Abu Dhabi

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Who are the key figures killed in Israel's strikes on Iran?

Senior Iranian military figures among the dead after Israeli attack

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Iran’s President vows a legitimate and powerful response to Israeli attacks

Iran’s President vows a legitimate and powerful response to Israeli attacks

Sole survivor of Air India plane crash recounts moment aircraft came down

Sole survivor of Air India plane crash recounts moment aircraft came down

Tehran protesters demand retaliation after deadly Israeli strike

Tehran protesters demand retaliation after deadly Israeli strike

Oil surges and stocks drop after Israel launches strikes on Iran

Oil surges and stocks drop after Israel launches strikes on Iran



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The World Economic Forum report finds key progress has been made to deliver equality but there is still much work to be done. Photo: Reuters

Global gender gap narrows, but full equality 'still 123 years away'

Having played at Dubai Opera in the past, Mamma Mia! has now come to Abu Dhabi for the first time. Antonie Robertson / The National

Abu Dhabi cast hopes next Mamma Mia! sequel reveals musical's biggest mystery

Meta will acquire a significant stake in Scale AI, a fast-rising company co-founded by Alexandr Wang. Photo: CSIS

What is Scale AI? Co-founder Alexandr Wang confirms 'massive investment' from Meta

Brian Wilson’s 2016 performance in Dubai was a rare regional stop on his tour. Antony Robertson for The National

Remembering the night Brian Wilson performed Beach Boys classics in Dubai

Kodjo Fo-Doh Laba of Al Ain in the AFC Champions League Elite match between Al Ain and Al Hilal. Hazza bin Zayed Stadium, Al Ain. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Club World Cup: Al Ain carry UAE flag against Europe’s elite

High-rises and hotels aside, the swanky One Bangkok district features public artworks by Thai and international artists. Getty Images

How Thailand has reinvented itself in 20 years

Plestia Alaqad's The Eyes of Gaza is a collection of poems and diaries written since October 7. Plestia Alaqad / Hachette

Palestinian author hopes future readers won’t believe her book

Some microplastics pollute water more than others

Data explainedSome microplastics pollute water more than others


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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the site of the crash. EPA

Black box recovered from Air India plane wreckage as safety checks increase

Indian authorities order additional inspections on Air India's Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 fleet

UAE

Sole survivor of Air India plane crash 'thrown out before explosion'

Asia
Indian airlines and airports were inundated with hoax bomb threats last year, with nearly 1,000 hoax calls and messages received in the first 10 months. Reuters

Air India flight makes emergency landing in Thailand after bomb threat

Asia

Sweden urges Europe to back sanctions against Israeli ministers

Europe
The votes of the UN General Assembly on a draft resolution on Gaza. Reuters

UN adopts resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire, aid access and release of hostages

MENA

Trump admits immigration sweeps are causing labour shortage in farming and hotels

US

Gaza's Al Shifa Hospital faces imminent shutdown as fuel runs out

MENA

UN envoy condemns 'shameful' detention of aid workers in Yemen by Houthis

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Iran and Turkey increasingly involved in Gaza talks as Egypt takes a step

MENA



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Wessam Abou Ali, right, will lead Al Ahly's challenge at the Club World Cup. Getty Images

Al Ahly look to gatecrash Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's Club World Cup party

Christian Vieri represented Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan and Juventus, three of the 32 teams at the Club World Cup, during a successful playing career. Getty Images

ExclusiveChristian Vieri: Atletico to win Club World Cup, Al Hilal to be surprise package

The Fifa Club World Cup trophy at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California. AFP

When does Club World Cup 2025 start and how to watch in UAE?

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 25: Erling Haaland of Manchester City celebrates scoring his team's second goal from the penalty spot with teammates Ruben Dias, Matheus Nunes and Omar Marmoush during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Manchester City FC at Craven Cottage on May 25, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson / Getty Images)

Fifa Club World Cup Group G guide

Xabi Alonso left German side Bayer Leverkusen to become Real Madrid manager. AFP

Fifa Club World Cup Group H guide

Lionel Messi, centre, has scored 15 goals and provided six assists in 20 games for Inter Miami this season. AP

Fifa Club World Cup Group A guide

PSG head coach Luis Enrique lifts the trophy after the team won the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Internazionale Milano in Munich, Germany 31 May 2025. PSG won 5-0. EPA / FRIEDEMANN VOGEL

Fifa Club World Cup Group B guide

Munich mayor Dieter Reiter, left, and Harry Kane of Bayern Munich arrive at the champion celebration at the City Hall at Marienplatz Square in Munich, Germany, May 18, 2025. EPA

Fifa Club World Cup Group C guide

Business

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Global stocks fell on Friday amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran. AP

Global stocks dive as Iran retaliates after Israel air strikes

Markets

Trump frustrated with rising oil prices and Fed's Powell

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Young Emirati photographer gets first solo show in UAE

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Stolen Syrian antiquities flood online marketplace after Assad fall

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Actor Helo Pinheiro presents a creation by Alessa at the Christ the Redeemer statue to mark the launch of Rio Fashion Show, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reuters
Actor Helo Pinheiro presents a creation by Alessa at the Christ the Redeemer statue to mark the launch of Rio Fashion Show, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reuters
Actor Helo Pinheiro presents a creation by Alessa at the Christ the Redeemer statue to mark the launch of Rio Fashion Show, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reuters
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Police enter the sea, attempting to stop migrants boarding small boats that had come to pick them up at the coast in Gravelines, France. Getty Images
Police enter the sea, attempting to stop migrants boarding small boats that had come to pick them up at the coast in Gravelines, France. Getty Images
Police enter the sea, attempting to stop migrants boarding small boats that had come to pick them up at the coast in Gravelines, France. Getty Images
Police enter the sea, attempting to stop migrants boarding small boats that had come to pick them up at the coast in Gravelines, France. Getty Images
A disaster response team surveys the site of a plane crash in Ahmedabad, western India. Air India flight AI171, bound for London carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed moments after take-off. EPA
A disaster response team surveys the site of a plane crash in Ahmedabad, western India. Air India flight AI171, bound for London carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed moments after take-off. EPA
A disaster response team surveys the site of a plane crash in Ahmedabad, western India. Air India flight AI171, bound for London carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed moments after take-off. EPA
A disaster response team surveys the site of a plane crash in Ahmedabad, western India. Air India flight AI171, bound for London carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed moments after take-off. EPA
Zoi Karangelou of Greece competes at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final at Xi'an Olympic Sports Centre, China. Getty Images
Zoi Karangelou of Greece competes at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final at Xi'an Olympic Sports Centre, China. Getty Images
Zoi Karangelou of Greece competes at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final at Xi'an Olympic Sports Centre, China. Getty Images
Zoi Karangelou of Greece competes at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final at Xi'an Olympic Sports Centre, China. Getty Images
A police officer stands guard next to an assortment of 7,000 illicit firearms and weapons recovered during various security operations, in Ngong district, near Nairobi, Kenya. The arms will be burnt. Reuters
A police officer stands guard next to an assortment of 7,000 illicit firearms and weapons recovered during various security operations, in Ngong district, near Nairobi, Kenya. The arms will be burnt. Reuters
A police officer stands guard next to an assortment of 7,000 illicit firearms and weapons recovered during various security operations, in Ngong district, near Nairobi, Kenya. The arms will be burnt. Reuters
A police officer stands guard next to an assortment of 7,000 illicit firearms and weapons recovered during various security operations, in Ngong district, near Nairobi, Kenya. The arms will be burnt.
Stuart Skinner of Edmonton Oilers gears up for a Stanley Cup ice hockey match against Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Florida. AFP
Stuart Skinner of Edmonton Oilers gears up for a Stanley Cup ice hockey match against Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Florida. AFP
Stuart Skinner of Edmonton Oilers gears up for a Stanley Cup ice hockey match against Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Florida. AFP
Stuart Skinner of Edmonton Oilers gears up for a Stanley Cup ice hockey match against Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Florida. AFP
A fan of K-pop band BTS poses with a photo of the group during the annual BTS Festa, in Goyang, South Korea. AP
A fan of K-pop band BTS poses with a photo of the group during the annual BTS Festa, in Goyang, South Korea. AP
A fan of K-pop band BTS poses with a photo of the group during the annual BTS Festa, in Goyang, South Korea. AP
A fan of K-pop band BTS poses with a photo of the group during the annual BTS Festa, in Goyang, South Korea. AP
A full Moon still visible over the UAE as the sun rises. Antonie Robertson / The National
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