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From left to right: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Jordan Bardella, the head of France’s National Rally. AFP

Israel's strange embrace of far-right European politicians

An Iranian painter repaints one of the famous anti-US murals in Tehran, Iran, 29 March 2025. The tension between the US and Iran is going on as, according to the Iranian foreign ministry, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on 28 March 2025 that Iran has responded to US President Donald Trump's letter about reaching a new nuclear agreement, through the Oman administration. Â EPA / ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

AnalysisCould Trump 'clean it all up'? Iranian experts examine US-Iran possibilities

Members of the Palestine Red Crescent and other emergency services carry bodies of fellow rescuers killed a week earlier by Israeli forces. Israel's military admitted on Saturday that it fired at ambulances after identifying them as 'suspicious vehicles'. AFP

EditorialIsrael's killing of medics shows no-one in Gaza is safe

Dubai's property market offers more 'bang for buck' compared to other cities, experts say. The National / AFP

'More bang for your buck': Comparing Dubai's property market with global cities

The Wall Street Bull in New York. Europe comprises just 15 per cent of the world’s market value, while the US accounts for 65 per cent. Reuters

CommentThe keys to unlocking hidden value in European stocks

Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei leads Eid prayers in Tehran. 'If the US and Israel attack us, they will face a strong and decisive response,’ he said beforehand. EPA

TrendingIran responds to US threats and Israel orders evictions

Workers at a tyre shop in Douma, on the outskirts of Damascus. Syria's economy has contracted sharply since the civil war began in 2011. AP

AnalysisSyria banking on new government to rebuild shattered economy

Children are particularly vulnerable to measles and symptoms include a cough, fever and blotchy skin rash. AFP

Global vaccination efforts under threat after sharp rise in US measles cases

Three killed as Israel strikes Beirut for second time

Emergency services personnel at the site of an Israeli strike in Dahieh, Beirut, early on Tuesday. AP

Three killed as Israel strikes Beirut for second time

Israeli army claims attack was aimed at Hezbollah operative who posed 'immediate threat'

Palestinians mourn those killed in the latest Israeli strikes, at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. Reuters

Israel 'rejects Egypt's Gaza truce proposals' as strikes continue

Israeli officials instead tell mediators they are committed to plan presented by US envoy, according to sources

Trump expects to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar on first foreign trip

Three defendants receive death penalty for murder of rabbi in UAE

Killed in their Eid dresses: Children bear brunt of Israeli strikes

Marine Le Pen banned from running for office for five years

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei hits back after threat from US President Donald Trump over the Tehran's nuclear programme

US refuses to rule out deportations for naturalised US students who joined pro-Gaza protests

US refuses to rule out deportations for naturalised US students who joined pro-Gaza protests

Egyptians protest against Israeli attacks on Gaza after Eid prayers

Egyptians protest against Israeli attacks on Gaza after Eid prayers

Inside UAE's landmark family farm steeped in history

Inside UAE's landmark family farm steeped in history

Syria replaces controversial justice minister Shadi Al Waisi

Syria replaces controversial justice minister Shadi Al Waisi

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Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya, right, talks to Ashwani Kumar who picked up four wickets against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium. AFP

Mumbai talent scouts discovery Ashwani takes IPL by storm

The Lotus Emeya will not have difficulty beating an electric scooter in a drag race. Photo: Lotus

Lotus Emeya test drive: Subtle grand tourer with blistering performance

Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrates scoring the 2-1 goal during the English Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Southampton FC, in Liverpool, Britain, 08 March 2025. EPA/ADAM VAUGHAN EDITORIAL USE ONLY. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos, 'live' services or NFTs. Online in-match use limited to 120 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications.

Premier League predictions: Liverpool edge out Everton in Merseyside derby

An AI-rendered picture of Sam Altman using Chat GPT.

ChatGPT adds 'one million users in an hour' after adding image generation features

This sword, once owned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who famously built the Taj Mahal in India, is the highlight of the collection Photo Sotheby's

Shah Jahan's sword to be displayed at Sotheby's Dubai

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during the Royal Salute Polo Challenge to benefit Sentebale in Florida in 2024. PA

Prince Harry accused of bullying by chairwoman of charity he founded

Motorists in Bangalore drive pass a 'Make in India' lion statue. New Delhi needs to put in place policy that will enhance and expand the competitiveness of India's manufacturing base, particularly in the short to medium term. EPA

CommentHow looming US tariffs could be a 'good crisis' for India

The new Continental GT has a plug-in hybrid V8 engine. Photo: Bentley

Bentley's new Continental GT hybrid is still the best grand tourer

Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate in Lower Manhattan in New York City. AFP

Pro-Israel groups give Trump administration names of student Gaza protesters

One group has provided more than 1,800 names, including those of US citizens

Investigation into graffiti about Israel's presence at Expo 2025

Myanmar earthquake impact made worse by severe damage to critical infrastructure

Netanyahu vows to implement 'the Trump plan' by evicting Gazans

LatestAt least three killed in second Israeli strike on Beirut

UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar preparing joint bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup

UK summit targets Kurdish people-smuggler bosses

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Digital wealth platforms use artificial intelligence to create tailor-made investment advice and services. Getty Images

How digital wealth platforms are changing the Middle East investment landscape

Standing tall: Gulf sees boom in super tall skyscrapers

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The Legend of Zelda film, to be directed by Wes Ball, will be release in March 2027. Photo: Nintendo

Five Nintendo franchises that should head to the big screen

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Tourists explore large chunks of ice washed up on the beach in Nuuk, Greenland. Getty Images

A Muslim attends the Eid Al Fitr prayer, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, in Hasakah, Syria. Reuters

Palestinians in Khan Younis, Gaza, mourn medics who came under Israeli fire while on a rescue mission. Reuters

A bottle of Jean-Paul Gaultier perfume on the production line at the Pochet Group factory in Guimerville, France. AFP

French far-right politician Marine Le Pen arrives in court in Paris, where she was found guilty of embezzlement. Getty Images

Visitors take pictures on a boat next to cherry blossoms in Chidorigafuchi park in Tokyo. Reuters

Competitors during the Nuestros Ceballos equestrian event at La Rural fairgrounds in Buenos Aires, Argentina. AP

Rescue personnel work at the site of a building that collapsed in Bangkok during a massive earthquake on March 28. Reuters

Tourists explore large chunks of ice washed up on the beach in Nuuk, Greenland. Getty Images

A Muslim attends the Eid Al Fitr prayer, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, in Hasakah, Syria. Reuters

Palestinians in Khan Younis, Gaza, mourn medics who came under Israeli fire while on a rescue mission. Reuters

A bottle of Jean-Paul Gaultier perfume on the production line at the Pochet Group factory in Guimerville, France. AFP

French far-right politician Marine Le Pen arrives in court in Paris, where she was found guilty of embezzlement. Getty Images

Visitors take pictures on a boat next to cherry blossoms in Chidorigafuchi park in Tokyo. Reuters

Competitors during the Nuestros Ceballos equestrian event at La Rural fairgrounds in Buenos Aires, Argentina. AP

Rescue personnel work at the site of a building that collapsed in Bangkok during a massive earthquake on March 28. Reuters

Tourists explore large chunks of ice washed up on the beach in Nuuk, Greenland. Getty Images

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