Podcast: Beyond the Headlines

Tehran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz on July 12 and launched attacks at its Gulf neighbours. AFP
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Why was the US-Iran agreement not enough to end the war?

Truce agreed on June 17 appears dead in the water as retaliatory attacks intensify

Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara met US President Donald Trump during the Nato summit in Ankara. Getty Images
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What’s at stake in the battle for foreign influence in Syria?

Why are ceasefires not ceasing the fire?

What's driving Iraq’s anti-corruption crackdown?

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President Sheikh Mohamed has said the declaration of the Union marked a defining moment in the country's history. Abdulla Al Bedwawi / UAE Presidential Court

President says UAE still guided by founding values in Union Pledge Day message

Annual occasion marked to reinforce 'loyalty, belonging and national cohesion'

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New national campaign warns of illegal drugs concealed inside vapes

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UAE to boldly go with programme to boost nation's expertise in space sector

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Could the UAE's national tree hold the secret to youthful skin?

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Abu Dhabi Maritime warns of fines for offenders in emirate's waterways

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UAE condemns renewed Iranian attacks on Gulf neighbours and Jordan

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UAE sends another 100 tonnes of aid to Gaza to ease humanitarian crisis

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