The National Editorial

Mastermind of the October 7 attacks brought down the wrath of Israel on Gaza and a wider war has ensued. Tough decisions lie ahead to end it

Energy, enthusiasm and entrepreneurship abound but more must be done to ensure the next generation believe that their lives will be better

Europe and the Middle East are confronting wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Ukraine that require joined-up diplomacy to stop

Marrying the developing world's 'frugal innovation' with the cutting-edge devices seen at Gitex in Dubai could make medical solutions cheaper and more accessible

Cutting food supplies to a besieged area hurts many more non-combatants than it does armed opponents

The country's acrimonious relationship with the UN is apparent but firing on its personnel in Lebanon risks complete and profound isolation

The 2024 awards in physics, chemistry and medicine are linked to a technology that has already staked a place in the zeitgeist

Significant spending on pensions, education and health reveals a lot about the Emirates' priorities and where it is going next

Israel's bombardment and invasion of Lebanon is adding to the tragic mosaic of displaced populations across the region

By encouraging more people to grow produce at home, Plant the Emirates is a novel addition to the country's agriculture strategy

Fantasies of victory in Gaza – on both sides – have extracted too heavy a price over the past 12 months. The diplomatic route must be determinedly pursued towards an overdue peace

A ceasefire would ease Gazan suffering and help to stop the regional march to war

Communicating by launching missiles and air strikes across the region could spark an uncontrollable conflict

The country bills its operations as defensive and sophisticated, but reality paints a different picture

Although militarists and extremists seem to be dictating events, the voices of reason on all sides – and there are many – continue to work for peace