The National Editorial

Although Palestine appeared to fall from the international agenda as countries tried to avert wider catastrophe in the Middle East, the conflict remains a dangerous and unresolved issue

Neither Israel, Iran nor the US have anything to gain in the long run by continuing with air strikes and bombing runs

At a time of acute crisis, the threat posed by domestic extremists might fall down countries' list of political and security priorities. This would be a mistake

Meanwhile, Iran's government has failed to act seriously when it comes to finding a long-lasting solution

One reckless strike could result in radiation leaks and lasting environmental damage

The only credible strategy is to listen to the sound counsel of Arab and Muslim countries when they say it is time to de-escalate

Given its growing population, the Emirates is harnessing its technological know-how to develop a robust system of efficient services

Israel's best guarantee of security is full integration into its neighbourhood through a just political settlement with the Palestinians

Co-ordinated action on this crisis could help restore faith in collective security mechanisms

Israeli bombing runs and Iranian retaliation do little to guarantee either country’s security in the long term

The cost of failure is even more instability and insecurity

UK sanctions against two Israeli ministers show that more partners of Israel believe the situation in Gaza and the West Bank is unsustainable

Birth rates are falling even in the developing world, but the cause is not greater prosperity

Expanding marine protected areas to encompass more of the world's seas is not only a good idea, but a necessary one

Reconstruction will be at risk if citizens and investors feel the country is unsafe