"The longer it takes for the world to recognise a Palestinian state, the less recognisable Palestine itself is set to become." Read more from The National Editorial

Ahmad Al Shara has arrived in New York for the UN General Assembly, where he will become the first Syrian president in nearly six decades to attend the event.

"The US stands as the lone holdout, aligned with an ever-dwindling circle of allies". Read more from Mohamed Ali Harisi at the UN General Assembly in New York.

UK, Canada and Australia announce recognition of Palestinian state

Amsterdam is celebrating its 750th birthday - so let's celebrate its Middle Eastern influences

Neurosurgeon David Hasan has already set up one school in the enclave and has plans for at least two more. But his dreams don't end there.

From Makkah and Madinah to Jeddah and Neom, the origins and meanings of 12 Saudi city names

Inside Dubai Metro’s control centre that keeps 900,000 passengers moving daily

"The case Ahmad Al Shara will make is ambitious but clear: Syria should be seen not as a burden but as a partner, not as a source of instability but as a potential anchor of regional security" Read more from Dr Haid Haid | #opinion

GPS jamming: Tech experts want Trump to address rise of navigation spoofing

The confirmation comes ahead of the UN General Assembly meeting next week.

Amid a sharp increase in the jamming of global positioning satellite systems, a coalition of maritime, automotive and computer experts is calling on US President Trump to enact policies to protect GPS technology

It was a woman's turn. It was a Latin American's turn. So went the consensus. Then along came the Don...

The legislation is not expected to advance far due to overwhelming support for Israel in Congress.

Trump says he will visit China and heralds 'approval' of TikTok deal

Why the UAE and Saudi Arabia are in the fast lane with development of driverless cars

The Democratic congresswoman from Minnesota has drawn conservative ire over comments about Charlie Kirk's killing.

Under government pressure, even the most prestigious and powerful US universities are losing their academic freedom, writes Janine di Giovanni.

Dozens of world leaders are descending on New York for the UN General Assembly amid Gaza’s devastation and a growing crisis of relevance for the world body.

Israel’s culture minister said the state will stop funding Ophir, the country’s top film awards, after a Palestinian-themed drama won Best Picture.

The country has continued to grapple with deep political, ethnic and religious divides after the toppling of Bashar Al Assad.

A UN diplomat said the move to table the resolution despite the expected US veto was deliberate.

Middle East countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia are in a good position to begin widespread use of autonomous vehicles, an expert in driverless cars has said

Parents in the UAE are being encouraged to donate their baby’s umbilical cord blood to Abu Dhabi Biobank, which can store up to 100,000 samples.

Negotiations to reach a security pact could bring results “in the coming days”, Syria's President Ahmad Al Shara has said, as Israel continues to send commandos and bombs into the country at will.

Former Australia union coach will oversee Lebanon’s challenge in rugby league’s World Cup again next year.

Air conditioning, desalination and post-conflict shortages have caused Middle East electricity demand to triple in 25 years - and the strain is just beginning.

"A country made up of armed cantons will never know real peace or offer a home for refugees to return to." Read more from The National's Editorial

There are no immediate plans to replace Carrefour supermarkets in the UAE, following closures in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Jordan, the Dubai-based operator of the retail chain has said.

Beijing will host the Zayed Charity Run for the first time this weekend, marking the start of a new international season for the annual humanitarian race.

Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s quits in battle with Unilever over free speech on Gaza

Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, has announced he is leaving the company after years of disagreements over free speech and values with its Unilever parent

Family members of US citizens killed by the Israeli military and by settlers gathered on Capitol Hill to demand answers, investigations and accountability from elected officials

Don’t miss our live discussion tomorrow (Thursday) at 6pm UAE time as Editor in Chief Mina Al-Oraibi joins James Zoghby and our correspondents to discuss the growing calls for Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly. Watch here: news.ae/3Vgsfwv

“Carrefour has not been doing well in the region, given strong competition from players such as Lulu, who have expanded strategically recently,” said Rabia Yasmeen from Euromonitor International

Netanyahu said his country must build an independent weapons industry to “withstand international constraints” as pressure grows over the Gaza war.

"The benefit of a will cannot be understated. When life changes without warning, a will is a way to set clear, enforceable instructions for your financial affairs." Read more from Amna Al Owais, deputy director of the DIFC Courts

French retailer Carrefour has closed all its stores in Kuwait, the latest Gulf market in a growing list where the company is ceasing operations.

"Israel’s policy of using violence to respond to all developments has led it into a dead end – and the way out is clear for those with the vision to see it." Read more from The National Editorial

President Trump is to begin a crucial second state visit to the UK, with Britain offering major deals in finance, tech, AI and nuclear energy to US firms.

Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed, tells Israel ‘law of jungle will not govern international conduct’

The documentary earned Palestine and Israel their first Academy Award victory this year.

'I won't change my political views for anyone': Sheikha Hoor brings Palestine to Japan's Aichi Triennale

African Union Commission chief says 'Libyan scenario' must not be repeated in Sudan

The Israeli assault on Gaza city cannot wipe out the two-state solution, the French Presidency said on Tuesday, a week before a crucial conference in New York led by France and Saudi Arabia that will involve many countries recognising Palestine as a state.

A senior Dubai business leader invited the former Love Island contestant to experience what the city truly has to offer.

Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, according to a team of independent experts commissioned by the UN's Human Rights Council.

Moza Abdullah uses her feet to paint during an international conference in Sharjah.

United Nations investigators accused Israel of committing "genocide" in Gaza in a bid to "destroy the Palestinians" there, and blamed Israel's prime minister and other top officials for incitement. Latest

“It was a heavy night,” said Radwan Hayder, who is among many Palestinians reporting extensive strikes across Gaza city.