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ExclusiveIran wants sanctions relief in exchange for toll-free Strait of Hormuz transit
Tehran looking to exploit situation before resuming broader peace talks with US
Little-known facts about Sheikh Hamad
Qatar's Father Emir first shared his ambition to host World Cup over dinner with former Fifa president Sepp Blatter
AnalysisWill Syria play a kingmaker role in Lebanon again?
While Damascus seeks to please the US by potentially helping Lebanon confront Iranian influence, its rulers also want to avoid falling into a bloody quagmire
DispatchShrine of Flags tells Italy's history of military triumphs and tragedies
Smell of fresh paint lingers after recent renovation as the museum hopes to attract more visitors
Dispatch'Operation Hormuz': How Italy's minehunters would neutralise Iran's sea bombs
The National gains exclusive access to Italian navy base to learn about high-stakes mission
No new Syrian troop build-up at border as Al Shara weighs Lebanon dilemma
US and Syrian military officials discussed the supply lines of Hezbollah near the border, according to sources
US and Iranian officials set to begin peace talks in Switzerland
First discussions since signing of initial deal come as fighting continues in Lebanon
US and Iran's race against time to seal deal hits early hurdle in Burgenstock
First round of talks to reach lasting agreement in 60 days is delayed
Swiss resort favoured by movie stars and world leaders brings serenity to US-Iran deal
Burgenstock was proposed by Pakistani and Qatari mediators and backed by Washington and Tehran
ExclusiveSwedish foreign minister assures Gulf allies of readiness to protect navigation
In an interview with The National, Maria Malmer Stenergard commends UAE's resilience against Iranian attacks
Iran's axis signals new phase of war after exchanging blows with Israel
Washington and Tehran pursue back-channel talks aimed at reaching agreement
AnalysisIraq’s drive to disarm militias could stall after hardliners demand US military exit
Pressure from Washington has borne fruit, with three groups already beginning process of placing weapons under state control
AnalysisMiddle East redefines ceasefire as low-intensity war, regional officials warn
Fears grow of persistent Middle East warfare, with or without a US-Iran deal
Israel ready to resume attacks on Beirut as invasion of south Lebanon expands
Iran news agency claims Tehran halted indirect talks and mediation because of Israeli operations in Lebanon
DispatchSaunas and solutions: How Finland is turning peacemaking into a national brand
The land of saunas and icebreakers 'in the middle of nowhere' is on a quest driven by a deep passion for international affairs
