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Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun is escorted to his flight by Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, at the end of his two-day visit to Manama. Photo: Bahrain News Agency

Bahrain says it will establish Beirut mission as President Aoun visits

President's trip is part of drive to mend ties and revive co-operation with Gulf states

MENA

InterviewTravel bookings recovering after airspace closure, Gulf Air chief says

The overlooked AI aspect of the US-Bahrain nuclear co-operation deal

US and Bahrain sign 'milestone' nuclear co-operation agreement

Bahrain and US firms sign $17bn worth of investment deals

President Sheikh Mohamed meets King Hamad of Bahrain in Abu Dhabi

Bahrain prepares to reopen its embassy in Beirut



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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

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Palestinian artist Taha Abu Ghali. Photo: Instagram

Palestinian artist destroys own paintings to help feed his family in Gaza

A Palestinian waits to receive food from a charity kitchen. Reuters

Beyond the HeadlinesThe enduring consequences of mass starvation in Gaza

Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm and Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards in Fantastic Four: The First Steps. Photo: Marvel Studios

InterviewHow Fantastic Four harnesses 1960s optimism 'for a divided era'

European Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Suica plays a central role in shaping the EU's economic diplomacy in the Middle East. AFP

Gaza suffering is 'unbearable', says EU commissioner

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a session to vote on a bill to apply Israeli sovereignty over the occupied West Bank. EPA

TrendingIsraeli MPs approve motion to annex occupied West Bank, and blazes in Turkey

A bill introduced by a far-right party calling on the government to annex the West Bank passed with a large majority in Israel's legislature on July 23. EPA

EditorialIsrael's Knesset vote on the West Bank is an alarming development


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Some smartphone users in Bahrain and the UAE have reported their phones suddenly indicate they're in Tehran.

GPS jamming - and why you may not be where your smartphone says you are

The disruption of location-based systems is an increasingly popular military tactic

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How Bahrain’s Ali Daylami became the first Gulf talent to win a Tony Award

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A pro-Iran rally was held on Saturday in Baghdad, where the US embassy remains open. AP

Exclusive US keeps embassies open in Iraq and Bahrain

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Bahrain sends most government workers home to 'keep streets clear'

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The Arabian Gulf’s pearls possess an opalescence that is coveted the world over. Photo: Mattar

Bahraini pearls look to make a modern return thanks to one family's efforts

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US embassy in Bahrain operating as normal despite Trump's evacuation order

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Hoax bomb threat on Gulf Air flight to Kuwait

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Dubai underground to opening for Guns N' Roses: A rock dream comes true

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Bahrain among five countries elected to UN Security Council

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Avengers: Doomsday stars Simu Liu (who plays Shang-Chi) and Anthony Mackie (Captain America) are pictured in Bahrain. Address Resort Bahrain / Instagram

Cast of Avengers: Doomsday movie assemble for filming in Bahrain

Pictures of cast suggest some of highly anticipated superhero movie being shot in Middle East country

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US Homeland Security head Noem visits Bahrain

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President Sheikh Mohamed and King Hamad of Bahrain discuss close bonds between nations

UAE

Takreem honours Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi and Shaikha Mai Al Khalifa

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Inside Heatwave, Bahrain's Golden Lion-winning pavilion at Venice Biennale

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LuxuryJordan's Princess Rajwa wears bespoke Bahraini pearls in new portrait

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Blessed by the Pope: When The National travelled on ‘Shepherd One’

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Catholics say they cherish Pope Francis's message to build bridges between communities. EPA

Gulf Christians pay tribute to late Pope Francis

Catholic communities in the Middle East feel fortunate to have witnessed first-hand the pontiff outlining his vision of love, peace and dialogue

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Hurricanes crowned champions of West Asia after comeback win over Bahrain

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Giant stained-glass installation unveiled at Bahrain Airport

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Bahrain GP talking points: Verstappen aims to make it back-to-back wins

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Mohammed ben Sulayem: First Bahrain GP 'paved the way' for others to follow

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Al Munther satellite: How Bahrain is building its future in space

Space

Investcorp buys majority stake in German logistics consultancy Miebach

Banking



FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says the Middle East’s four Grand Prix races have combined to make a big impact on F1. Photo: FIA

Mohammed ben Sulayem: First Bahrain GP 'paved the way' for others to follow

Bahrain was the first country in the Middle East to host an F1 race in 2004, with Abu Dhabi added to the calendar in 2009 followed by Qatar and Saudi Arabia in 2021

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Al Munther satellite: How Bahrain is building its future in space

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Investcorp buys majority stake in German logistics consultancy Miebach

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President Sheikh Mohamed meets Crown Prince of Bahrain in Abu Dhabi

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