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Rescuers search for survivors at the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted Beirut’s Basta neighbourhood early on November 23, 2024. Lebanon's health ministry said at least four people were killed in an Israeli strike in the heart of Beirut on November 23, with rescue operations still ongoing. (Photo by Fadel ITANI / AFP)

At least 11 killed in Israeli strikes on central Beirut

Several buildings in the densely populated Basta neighbourhood were damaged in the attack

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New York judge agrees to hear Donald Trump’s bid to dismiss criminal case

People smugglers ran 'three-tier' travel service for Middle East migrants

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The UAE’s residential coastline is expanding significantly to meet a demand for luxury waterfront property, such as Nikki Beach, on Pearl Jumeirah. Photo: Nikki Beach Resort & Spa

How Dubai's reclaimed islands are becoming luxury havens

Senegal's Senny Camara, one of the artists who performed on the opening night of Tanweer Festival. Photo: Ibrahim Nagi

Tanweer Festival review: Gigs play second fiddle to majestic Sharjah desert

Year two children attend an Islamic class at the British International School in Abu Dhabi. The National

Private schools committed to developing Emirati teachers despite public sector 'brain drain'

Barber Mohamed Mir Ebrahim, who cut Diego Maradona's hair, at his shop in Business Bay, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Lock of Diego Maradona's hair said to be cut in Dubai on sale for $52,000

Carl Davies has written a book about his ongoing recovery after he had a stroke in March. Victor Besa / The National

CommentA UAE resident's ongoing recovery from stroke offers key lessons

Baghdad Messi tells the story of an Iraqi boy with an unwavering passion for football who loses his leg in a terrorist attack. Photo: Bram Goots

Six films to watch as Arab Cinema Week returns to Dubai

From the salads and spices to the meats and potato cubes, Zali is the only restaurant serving home-cooked Lebanese food in Al Bateen. Photo: Zali

Zali review: Lebanese restaurant in Abu Dhabi reminds me of home

The Italian team during practice ahead of the Emirates Dubai SailGP race. EPA

Hosting SailGP shows 'UAE is becoming sporting capital of world'

Palestinians perform Friday prayers on the ruins of the Albani Mosque, which was destroyed in an Israeli military strike, in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza. EPA

Gazans say ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant are 'delayed justice'

Those under Israeli bombardment feel warrants won't change reality on the ground in Gaza

Nato chief Rutte holds talks with Donald Trump in Florida

Netherlands sued for 'failing to prevent Israel's genocide in Gaza'

Delhi parents fear for children's education as smog shuts schools

Boris Pistorius backs Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s German re-election bid

Iran to launch 'new and advanced' centrifuges in response to IAEA censure

Gatwick security alert and US embassy hoax bomb cause disruption in London

Podcast: Beyond the Headlines

People displaced by conflict fasten the ropes tying their make-shift shack together while sheltering along the corniche waterfront in Ain al-Mreisseh in central Beirut on October 22, 2024. (Photo by AFP)

The lingering impact of mass displacement in Lebanon

About 1.2 million people have been forced to flee their homes since Israel escalated its war

A mural depicting US president-elect Donald Trump is painted on Israel's separation wall in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank. AFP.

What will Donald Trump’s presidency change for Palestinians?

What do Arab states think of Israel striking Iran?

The impact of Israel’s ban on UNRWA

UAE news

Restrictions on the use of drones are being phased out from Monday. Getty Images

Ban on drone use in UAE to be removed by authorities

Restrictions will be lifted in phases from next week

Dubai Run: Sheikh Zayed Road to close briefly on Sunday

UAE sends more than 514 tonnes of further aid to Gaza

Sheikh Mohamed receives Indonesian President in Abu Dhabi

Lock of Diego Maradona's hair said to be cut in Dubai on sale for $52,000

Private schools committed to developing Emirati teachers despite public sector 'brain drain'

Dubai’s two new Salik gates go live on Sunday

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Trains for Riyadh's metro system will be fully automated. AFP

Riyadh's driverless metro to open three lines this week

The project will span 176 kilometres, transporting more than three million people once complete

Sudan's Al Burhan vows to end civil war militarily

Rescuers at the site of the Israeli strike in Beirut's Basta district, where at least four people were killed. Reuters

At least 11 killed in Beirut's Basta as Israel intensifies attacks

How Hezbollah built a web of militias and arms supplies in Syria

Rescuers search for survivors at the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted Beirut’s Basta neighbourhood early on November 23, 2024. Lebanon's health ministry said at least four people were killed in an Israeli strike in the heart of Beirut on November 23, with rescue operations still ongoing. (Photo by Fadel ITANI / AFP)

Latest updatesAt least 11 killed in Israeli strikes on central Beirut

VideoPalestinian author on verge of selling book collection to feed Gazans

Satellite images show historic battles in the Middle East as they happened

Gazans say ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant are 'delayed justice'

ICC arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu and Gallant: What happens next?

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Dr Janette Nesheiwat is just the latest television personality Mr Trump has picked for a top job in his new administration. Getty Images

Who is Janette Nesheiwat, Trump's pick for US surgeon general?

Trump nominates pro-tariff billionaire Scott Bessent as US treasury secretary

Who has Donald Trump picked to serve in his cabinet and other roles?

UK news

People smugglers ran 'three-tier' travel service for Middle East migrants

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Liverpool's Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring against Chelsea at Anfield in Liverpool. AFP

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