The National Editorial

As Lebanese and Israeli officials continue to talk, those who maintain armed proxies cannot credibly position themselves as neutral brokers

Etihad Rail looks set to redefine the economy, link different regions and spread opportunity

The abuse of funds to remilitarise or prop up violent groups abroad would be unacceptable

Curbing minors' access to powerful platforms gives young minds a break from the algorithm

Failure to resolve these issues renders the US-Iran deal a temporary de-escalation mechanism, not a durable settlement

An end to attacks across the Middle East is welcome but much about this framework remains unclear

The fallout from the Iran war is fuelling the evolution of global supply chains

Unfolding events in the Middle East promise to test the group's projection of unity

An end to this ruinous war that neither curbs Tehran's ambitions nor restrains Israeli aggression risks merely deferring conflict

The latest Global Peace Index shows global priorities need to be flipped around

With Iran continuing to launch attacks against its neighbours and Israel bombarding Tyre, the ceasefire remains precarious

Footballing successes in the Middle East reflect steady progress rather than isolated surprises

Face-to-face communication and on-the-spot hiring sidestep many of the pitfalls of the modern job hunt

Renewed strikes further endanger civilians and make it harder to reconnect the regional and global economy

The country’s proactive urban planning may have some valuable lessons for those facing rising temperatures