The National Editorial

The days when Arab sides arrived at the tournament merely hoping to avoid heavy defeats are over

Diplomatic approaches tried so far have been found wanting, and a new way forward is needed

Current events too closely resemble the 1980s invasion and years-long occupation by Israel

Improvised responses and directionless escalation offer lasting security to no one

New violence should give pause to those who thought the Yemen file could be deprioritised

If maritime routes are not secure, then they are not truly open

The Emirates' enhanced export status indicates a willingness in Washington to share sensitive technologies with it

High-profile visits signal openness and progress but they are not a substitute for stability

Regime ultras appear to be pursuing a strategy of economic pressure and deniable attacks that undermine diplomacy

Continued growth and expansion into LNG trading and long-term supply appears to be a calculated step towards resilience

Managing money is too often regarded as knowledge to be picked up informally

World Cup successes for Morocco and Egypt show the region is only getting better

The challenge is to balance export-driven strength while keeping inflationary pressures in check

Transforming a global messaging service into something like a social network has serious implications

Negotiators should be working harder to make stability, not uncertainty, the new normal