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A youth walks on cracked and dried up soil at the Hawizeh marshes, which straddle Iraq's border with Iran, in the southeastern Maysan province on October 8, 2022. (Photo by Asaad NIAZI / AFP)

Special reportHow the climate crisis is creating millions of refugees in the Middle East

Quiz of the week: July 25, 2025

Find out how well you’ve kept up with the news of the past seven days

The Gaza Soup Kitchen has been a lifeline for Palestinians in the enclave since it launched in February last year, but now it is struggling to serve meals. Rakan Abed El Rahman for The National

GoFundMe-backed Gaza Soup Kitchen struggles to feed starving Palestinians

The UAE has invested heavily in planting mangroves across the country. Getty Images

Weekend EssayNature's most underrated ally in the climate change fight is thriving in the UAE

Traditional Caesar salad ingredients are relatively inexpensive, but not at some restaurants in Dubai. Getty Images

ColumnCould a Caesar salad ever be worth Dh450?

Egypt has long been a major player in the global handmade carpet market. Mohamed Fathi / The National

Egyptian village remains tied to handmade carpet trade as industry frays

Favourite audiobooks of The National's staff span genres from sci-fi to music memoirs

Project Hail Mary and six other audiobooks that are better than the originals

'Yallah', the Arbic word for 'let's go', is an expression of urgency, encouragement or even impatience. The National

Arabic word of the week'Yallah' is a call to action and an encouragement


Starvation leaves Gaza's rescuers too weak to help the stricken

A Gazan woman in Gaza city waits with her child for humanitarian aid to arrive. AP

Starvation leaves Gaza's rescuers too weak to help the stricken

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  • Trump and Netanyahu turn back on Gaza ceasefire talks
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Sweida in southern Syria has witnessed fierce sectarian fighting and Israeli air strikes. Hasan Belal for The National

Special reportSweida survivors tell of death, violence and despair

The National visits ground zero of Syria's sectarian bloodshed

MENA

More than 1.3 million people have returned to their homes in Sudan, UN says

MENA

US forces kill ISIS leader in Syria raid

MENA
Air Force One landing in Scotland in 2018. US President Donald Trump begins a golfing trip on Friday, during which protests are planned in Scottish cities. Getty Images

Trump's Scotland foray clouded by Gaza suffering

UK

Paris to host Syria talks on integrating Kurds

MENA

UN aid chief demands evidence after Israel accuses staff of links to Hamas

MENA
Georges Abdallah arrives at Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport after being deported from France. AFP

Georges Abdallah arrives in Lebanon after four decades in French jail

MENA


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Arab tourists began flocking to Zell Am See in the Austrian Alps seeking respite from the summer heat at home. Getty Images

Gulf Connections: The hills are alive with the sound of Arabic

Lebanese crooner Ragheb Alama has spoken about the fan kiss incident, which was caught on video at one of his concerts. Photo: Flash

What is Egypt’s musicians syndicate?

Donald Trump posted on Truth Social an AI-generated video depicting Barack Obama being arrested and imprisoned by FBI agents. Reuters

CommentObama ‘treason' claims video won't distract Americans from Epstein files

When your money choices reflect your values, life starts to feel more intentional. Antonie Robertson / The National

Why it’s important to align your money choices with your values

Every room has a private balcony, plunge pool or overspill pool overlooking the Aegean Sea. Photo: Anandes Hotel Mykonos

Inside Anandes Hotel Mykonos, a 'love letter' to the Greek island

Sales can entice shoppers to unintentionally spend beyond their budget. Getty Images

Psychology of a bargain: Why people spend more during sales – and how to stop

Experts warn that AI should never replace the emotional labour of mourning or the human connections that aid the healing process. The National

Ozzy Osbourne AI tribute sparks 'digital resurrection' debate

Khotam Boynazarov (grey shorts) retained his UAE Warriors welterweight belt with unanimous decision over James Llontop. Photo: UAE Warriors

Boynazarov grapples his way to victory to retain UAE Warriors welterweight title

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Gaza rescue workers help deliver baby after pulling mother from rubble

Civil Defence member Waleed Adwan describes assisting the woman who had been trapped in rubble following an Israeli air strike

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Etihad Airways brings first-class luxury to small planes

Etihad Airways brings first-class luxury to small planes

What difference will France's move to recognise a Palestinian state make?

What difference will France's move to recognise a Palestinian state make?

Lack of food hindering injured Gazans' recovery

Lack of food hindering injured Gazans' recovery

President ups ante at Fed HQ

President ups ante at Fed HQ



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An Israeli soldier stands by aid bags waiting to be picked up on the Palestinian side of the Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza. Getty

USAID analysis 'finds no evidence' of Hamas theft of Gaza aid

State Department disputes findings and cites video evidence of Hamas looting

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Syrian and Israeli officials discuss de-escalation in Paris talks

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Zainab Abu Haleeb is five months old, and is one of the Gaza children diagnosed with malnutrition. Reuters

InterviewTrauma of Israel's starvation of Gaza 'will last generations'

MENA

Iran and European powers hold nuclear talks in Istanbul

MENA
Secretary of State Marco Rubio greets Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at the Department of State. Getty Images via AFP

Pakistan and US finalising trade deal, foreign minister says

US

US Senate panel narrowly approves Mike Waltz's nomination for UN ambassador

US

Tour de France 2025: Pogacar exits Alps with Tour stranglehol

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UAE and US working to 'get chips moving' after AI deal

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Mubadala hosts business leaders on sidelines of DC Open

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio greets Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at the Department of State. Getty Images via AFP

Pakistan and US finalising trade deal, foreign minister says

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Strong dollar sounds good but a weak one is better for US economy, Trump says

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UAE's Enec signs pact with Westinghouse to boost US nuclear energy adoption

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Art Basel Qatar's Wael Shawky shares his vision for inaugural event

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Last chance to see Maitha Abdalla's exhibition in Abu Dhabi

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Lebanese crooner Ragheb Alama has spoken about the fan kiss incident, which was caught on video at one of his concerts. Photo: Flash

What is Egypt’s musicians syndicate?

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Residents riding in a wooden boat are framed by a window of a submerged shed at a village in Calumpit town, Bulacan province, north of Manila, after a river overflowed due to heavy rains brought about by Typhoon Co-May. AFP
Residents riding in a wooden boat are framed by a window of a submerged shed at a village in Calumpit town, Bulacan province, north of Manila, after a river overflowed due to heavy rains brought about by Typhoon Co-May. AFP
Residents riding in a wooden boat are framed by a window of a submerged shed at a village in Calumpit town, Bulacan province, north of Manila, after a river overflowed due to heavy rains brought about by Typhoon Co-May. AFP
Residents riding in a wooden boat are framed by a window of a submerged shed at a village in Calumpit town, Bulacan province, north of Manila, after a river overflowed due to heavy rains brought about
Nikita Fedotov of Team Armenia competes in the Men's 27m Platform High Diving at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships. Getty Images
Nikita Fedotov of Team Armenia competes in the Men's 27m Platform High Diving at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships. Getty Images
Nikita Fedotov of Team Armenia competes in the Men's 27m Platform High Diving at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships. Getty Images
Nikita Fedotov of Team Armenia competes in the Men's 27m Platform High Diving at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships. Getty Images
Hot air balloons are prepared for take off at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta in the UK. Getty Images
Hot air balloons are prepared for take off at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta in the UK. Getty Images
Hot air balloons are prepared for take off at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta in the UK. Getty Images
Hot air balloons are prepared for take off at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta in the UK. Getty Images
A woman and her daughter, evacuated from Pong Tuek village, in Banthey Empel district, around 20 km from the disputed Ta Moan Thom temple, rest at a temporary shelter, following artillery volleys from both sides that killed civilians, in Oddar Meachey province, Cambodia. Reuters
A woman and her daughter, evacuated from Pong Tuek village, in Banthey Empel district, around 20 km from the disputed Ta Moan Thom temple, rest at a temporary shelter, following artillery volleys from both sides that killed civilians, in Oddar Meachey province, Cambodia. Reuters
A woman and her daughter, evacuated from Pong Tuek village, in Banthey Empel district, around 20 km from the disputed Ta Moan Thom temple, rest at a temporary shelter, following artillery volleys from both sides that killed civilians, in Oddar Meachey province, Cambodia. Reuters
A woman and her daughter, evacuated from Pong Tuek village, in Banthey Empel district, around 20 km from the disputed Ta Moan Thom temple, rest at a temporary shelter, following artillery volleys from
Slavian Borecki of Poland carves faces into his sculpture during the 21st annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival in Revere, Massachusetts. AFP
Slavian Borecki of Poland carves faces into his sculpture during the 21st annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival in Revere, Massachusetts. AFP
Slavian Borecki of Poland carves faces into his sculpture during the 21st annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival in Revere, Massachusetts. AFP
Slavian Borecki of Poland carves faces into his sculpture during the 21st annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival in Revere, Massachusetts. AFP
Shiite worshippers visit the holy shrine of Imam Husseinon, during 'Muharram', a period of mourning for Shiites in Karbala, Iraq. AP
Shiite worshippers visit the holy shrine of Imam Husseinon, during 'Muharram', a period of mourning for Shiites in Karbala, Iraq. AP
Shiite worshippers visit the holy shrine of Imam Husseinon, during 'Muharram', a period of mourning for Shiites in Karbala, Iraq. AP
Shiite worshippers visit the holy shrine of Imam Husseinon, during 'Muharram', a period of mourning for Shiites in Karbala, Iraq. AP
A man rides a swing at the edge of an observatory deck claimed to be Indonesia's highest, at the Thamrin Nine building in Jakarta. AFP
A man rides a swing at the edge of an observatory deck claimed to be Indonesia's highest, at the Thamrin Nine building in Jakarta. AFP
A man rides a swing at the edge of an observatory deck claimed to be Indonesia's highest, at the Thamrin Nine building in Jakarta. AFP
A man rides a swing at the edge of an observatory deck claimed to be Indonesia's highest, at the Thamrin Nine building in Jakarta. AFP
An aerial view shows a Palestinian flag amid the 'Global Pot-Banging for Gaza' protest in Guadalajara, Jalisco state, Mexico. AFP
An aerial view shows a Palestinian flag amid the 'Global Pot-Banging for Gaza' protest in Guadalajara, Jalisco state, Mexico. AFP
An aerial view shows a Palestinian flag amid the 'Global Pot-Banging for Gaza' protest in Guadalajara, Jalisco state, Mexico. AFP
An aerial view shows a Palestinian flag amid the 'Global Pot-Banging for Gaza' protest in Guadalajara, Jalisco state, Mexico. AFP

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