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AnalysisSaudi Arabia diversifies security options with Pakistan defence pact
Gulf nation's deal with Islamabad reflects a broader regional trend to expand security alliances
Liam Fox warns fear of Islamophobia label is hindering action on extremism
Former Tory minister says 'toxic environment' making UK politicians hesitant to confront threats
Interview'Libya scenario' must be avoided in Sudan, says African Union Commission head
Mahmoud Ali Youssouf tells The National that Sudan's warring factions are obstructing humanitarian aid
InterviewEx-foreign minister highlights Iraq's golden opportunity
Hoshyar Zebari cites relative calm encouraging more investment, as well as positive change across the region
AnalysisCould the Doha strike change the direction of US-Gulf relations?
Israel's attack could prompt countries in the region to broaden security alliances
People are first line of defence against cyber attacks, UAE official says
Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti tells The National that the UAE is resilient in the face of cyber security threats
Interview:Hamdok praises 'more structured and serious' US engagement in Sudan
Abdalla Hamdok tells The National his country's future lies in civilian rule
Abraham Accords 'overturned' by Hamas and Israeli extremists, Nusseibeh says
Lana Nusseibeh stresses that future of Palestine is cornerstone of peaceful future for Middle East
AnalysisBahrain targets deeper defence ties with US and regional deterrence
Washington has approved potential $500m weapons sale to Manama, as both sides reinforce partnership rooted in security and geopolitics
No withdrawal from Lebanon until army begins disarming Hezbollah, Israel says
Hezbollah insisted the group would not give up its weapons, saying that disarming it would be like “taking its soul out"
Lebanon nears critical point in push for Hezbollah disarmament
Cabinet will discuss 'extension of state sovereignty over all territories' on August 5
Special reportFive years after the port blast, Beirut's wounds remain unhealed
Much of the physical damage has been repaired - but closure remains elusive for people frustrated by delays in the investigation and unresolved questions of accountability
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun meets Algerian counterpart in bid to boost ties
Two-day visit is first by Lebanese leader to Algiers in more than 20 years
Israel kidnaps two in southern Lebanon as US pushes Hezbollah disarmament plan
Tom Barrack presses Beirut on arms control amid mounting internal and external pressure
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
