• Chinese Ambassador Ni Jian at his country's embassy in Abu Dhabi on June 1.
    Chinese Ambassador Ni Jian at his country's embassy in Abu Dhabi on June 1.
  • Jassim Al Nowais, who is introducing face products containing CBD to the UAE, pictured on June 1.
    Jassim Al Nowais, who is introducing face products containing CBD to the UAE, pictured on June 1.
  • Anglers fish amidst the fog near the Yas Iron Bridge in Abu Dhabi on June 4.
    Anglers fish amidst the fog near the Yas Iron Bridge in Abu Dhabi on June 4.
  • Skateboarding on Al Hudayriat Island in Abu Dhabi on June 4.
    Skateboarding on Al Hudayriat Island in Abu Dhabi on June 4.
  • A thermometer shows the temperature in an ice bath to be less than 0 degrees celcius. It was part of a treatment in which special breathing exercises are carried out while the body is submerged, up to the shoulders, in a bath of ice. Photographed in Dubai on June 5.
    A thermometer shows the temperature in an ice bath to be less than 0 degrees celcius. It was part of a treatment in which special breathing exercises are carried out while the body is submerged, up to the shoulders, in a bath of ice. Photographed in Dubai on June 5.
  • The Sky Train under development in Sharjah. A passenger pod is tested on June 6.
    The Sky Train under development in Sharjah. A passenger pod is tested on June 6.
  • Visitors to Kite Beach in Dubai play footvolley at sunset on June 8.
    Visitors to Kite Beach in Dubai play footvolley at sunset on June 8.
  • Abdullah Firas, a student at the Al Shola American School in Ajman, on June 8.
    Abdullah Firas, a student at the Al Shola American School in Ajman, on June 8.
  • Ali Mabkhout of the UAE battles with Kushedya Hari Yudo of Indonesia in the World cup qualifiers at the Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, on June 11.
    Ali Mabkhout of the UAE battles with Kushedya Hari Yudo of Indonesia in the World cup qualifiers at the Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, on June 11.
  • View of the old water tank in Ras Al Khaimah city on June 14.
    View of the old water tank in Ras Al Khaimah city on June 14.
  • The G&M Ice factory in Dubai on June 15.
    The G&M Ice factory in Dubai on June 15.
  • A blue and gold macaw flies with biologist Elizabeth Hill at the Green Planet, Dubai, on June 16.
    A blue and gold macaw flies with biologist Elizabeth Hill at the Green Planet, Dubai, on June 16.
  • Visitors to the Khalidiyah Mall on June 19. Abu Dhabi temporarily suspended its green pass scheme while a technical fault with the Al Hosn app was resolved.
    Visitors to the Khalidiyah Mall on June 19. Abu Dhabi temporarily suspended its green pass scheme while a technical fault with the Al Hosn app was resolved.
  • Visitors to Dubai Creek Harbour enjoy the sunset on the longest day of the year on June 21.
    Visitors to Dubai Creek Harbour enjoy the sunset on the longest day of the year on June 21.
  • Mohammad Hakim, 28, and Ghulam Sakhi, 34, joined a popular uprising earlier this week to support Afghan forces against the Taliban.
    Mohammad Hakim, 28, and Ghulam Sakhi, 34, joined a popular uprising earlier this week to support Afghan forces against the Taliban.
  • Riya Sharma, who attends Gems Modern Academy, won the Diana Award for her social and environmental projects in Dubai on June 28.
    Riya Sharma, who attends Gems Modern Academy, won the Diana Award for her social and environmental projects in Dubai on June 28.

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Sixteen images capturing the best original photography for 'The National' in June

From a portrait of the Chinese ambassador to the UAE to a picture of Afghan civilian militia, here's a look at the month in pictures

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July 02, 2021

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Tomorrow 2021
Muslim Council of Elders condemns terrorism on religious sites

The Muslim Council of Elders has strongly condemned the criminal attacks on religious sites in Britain.

It firmly rejected “acts of terrorism, which constitute a flagrant violation of the sanctity of houses of worship”.

“Attacking places of worship is a form of terrorism and extremism that threatens peace and stability within societies,” it said.

The council also warned against the rise of hate speech, racism, extremism and Islamophobia. It urged the international community to join efforts to promote tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Top 10 in the F1 drivers' standings

1. Sebastian Vettel, Ferrari 202 points

2. Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-GP 188

3. Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes-GP 169

4. Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull Racing 117

5. Kimi Raikkonen, Ferrari 116

6. Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing 67

7. Sergio Perez, Force India 56

8. Esteban Ocon, Force India 45

9. Carlos Sainz Jr, Toro Rosso 35

10. Nico Hulkenberg, Renault 26

Updated: July 03, 2021, 3:03 PM