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World This handout photo taken and released by the Taiwan Presidential Office on January 1, 2026 shows Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te delivering a New Year’s Day speech at the presidential hall in Taipei. (Handout / Taiwan Presidential Office / AFP)
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Taiwan’s President Pledges to Defend Island’s Sovereignty After Chinese Military Drills

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te on Thursday vowed to defend the self-ruled island’s sovereignty in the face of China’s “expansionist ambitions,” days after…

World An Iranian woman walks with her shopping bag in a street in Tehran, Iran, 31 December 2025. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH
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Member of Iranian Security Forces Reportedly Killed During Protests

A member of Iran's security forces was killed during protests that have swept across the country since last week, state television reported on Thursday citing…

Asharq Al Awsat
Gulf Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince, Pakistan’s PM Discuss Regional Developments

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a phone call from Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)
Arab World FILE PHOTO: Members of the Syrian Security forces stand guard near military vehicles on the day people protest in Latakia, Syria, December 28, 2025. REUTERS/Karam al-Masri/File Photo
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Syria’s Interior Minister Warns Remnants of Former Regime

Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab has warned the remnants of the former regime against efforts to lead chaos, killing, and destruction as his ministry…

Asharq Al Awsat (Damascus)

Israel Says It ‘Will Enforce’ Ban on 37 NGOs in Gaza

Arab World The sun sets behind the ruins of destroyed buildings in the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on December 31, 2025. (AFP)

Israel Says It ‘Will Enforce’ Ban on 37 NGOs in Gaza

Israel said on Thursday that 37 international NGOs operating in Gaza had not complied with a deadline to meet "security and transparency standards," in…

Arab World The late Mohammed al-Shafei in his office. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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This Is Our Story, Mohammed

This is our story, Mohammed. We fell in the trap early. We were lured by the beautiful, but deceitful, ink. We chose a thorny profession. We chose a long…

Ghassan Charbel
Arab World Mohammed al-Shafei on board a military jet on his way to Afghanistan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Asharq Al-Awsat's Mohammed al-Shafei Passes Away Leaving Behind Long Career in Pursuing the Toughest Files

Mohammed al-Shafei, one of Asharq Al-Awsat's most prominent journalists, passed away at 74 on Wednesday, leaving behind a career that spanned over 40 years…

Asharq Al Awsat (London)

Cities Around the World Welcome 2026 with Fireworks and Heightened Security

Fireworks are seen over Sydney Harbour during the New Year's Eve midnight display, at Mrs Macquaries Point in Sydney, 01 January 2026. EPA/DAN HIMBRECHTS

Israel Begins Demolishing 25 Residential Buildings in West Bank Camp

An Israeli army excavator demolishes buildings during a military operation in Nur Shams refugee camp, near the West Bank city of Tulkarem, 31 December 2025. (EPA)

UN Makes First Visit to Sudan’s El-Fasher Since Its Fall, Finding Dire Conditions

Sudanese displaced from the Heglig area in western Sudan wait to receive humanitarian aid at the Abu al-Naga displacement Camp in the in Gedaref State, some 420km east of the capital Khartoum on December 30, 2025.(AFP)

Saudi Arabia Closes 2025 with Historic Industrial Reform, Global Digital Leadership, Record-Breaking Economic Activity

As 2025 draws to a close, Saudi Arabia records a year defined not merely by statistical growth, but by structural transformation across every major sector. (SPA)

Iran Government Building Attacked as Top Prosecutor Responds to Protests

Iranians walks past shops in Vali-Asr Square in the Iranian capital Tehran, on the last day of the year on December 31, 2025. (AFP)

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Piles of ransacked papers in a room in Maher al-Assad's private office in the hills above Damascus. (AFP)

How the Assad Regime Covered Up Its Crimes

The sun sets over a tent camp sheltering Palestinians displaced by the Israeli offensive, on New Year’ Eve in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, December 31, 2025. REUTERS/Ramadan Abed

Freed Prisoner Close to Sinwar Leading ‘Revolution’ Within Hamas in Gaza

Destroyed buildings after Israeli military operations in Gaza City, November 12, 2025. (Reuters)

How Israel’s Multi-Ton Truck Bombs Ripped Through Gaza City

Libyans visit the National Museum after its reopening, following a closure of more than a decade in the Libyan capital Tripoli on December 23, 2025. (AFP)

Libyans Savor Shared Heritage at Reopened National Museum

Saudi Arabia’s efforts through the SDRPY have emerged as a practical model for supporting Yemen’s path toward development and stability. (SPA)

Saudi Development Projects Fuel Growth in the Heart of Yemen

Somalia’s Ambassador to Addis Ababa and the African Union. Abdullahi Warfa. (Social media)

Somali Ambassador to African Union Asharq Al-Awsat: Allies Consulted to Defend Country’s Unity

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The Arabs’ Challenges and the End of Pretenses to a Unitary Solution

Hazem Saghieh
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The Dangers of a 'Mutated ISIS'

Amr el-Shobaki
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Lebanon…Hezbollah’s Obstinacy and Zionist Hawkishness

Hazem Saghieh
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Netanyahu before the Court of the First Quarter of the 21st Century

Ghassan Charbel
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Britain’s Struggles are America’s Future

Binyamin Appelbaum
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“The Land of The Arabs” In The “Netanyahu Era”!

Eyad Abu Shakra
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In the Court of the First Quarter of the 21st Century

Ghassan Charbel
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MAGA: Mending Fences or the End of a Coalition?

Emile Ameen
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Iraq between Two Dates

Mustafa Fahs
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On the Perpetual Infatuation with Weapons...

Hazem Saghieh
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2026: A Year of Clarifications?

Amir Taheri
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The Repugnance of Fundamentalism and ‘Insidious Adaptation’

Fahid Suleiman al-Shoqiran
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The Saudi Foreign Minister met on Wednesday in Riyadh with Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the PLO's Executive Committee. SPA

Saudi-Palestinian Discussions Focus on Gaza, the West Bank

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)

Saudi Arabia Stresses Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA

Saudi Crown Prince, Pakistan’s PM Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

Saudi, Omani FMs Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah meets with his Omani counterpart Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)

OIC Condemns Israeli Decision to Ban 37 Aid Groups from Operating in Gaza

The sun sets over a tent camp sheltering Palestinians displaced by the Israeli offensive, on New Year’ Eve in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, December 31, 2025. (Reuters)

Gulf Countries, OIC Say Security of Saudi Arabia and GCC States Integral to Region

A general view of Kuwait City buildings, Kuwait, December 23, 2024. (Reuters)

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The sun sets behind the ruins of destroyed buildings in the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on December 31, 2025. (AFP)

Israel Says It ‘Will Enforce’ Ban on 37 NGOs in Gaza

Syria’s Interior Minister Warns Remnants of Former Regime

FILE PHOTO: Members of the Syrian Security forces stand guard near military vehicles on the day people protest in Latakia, Syria, December 28, 2025. REUTERS/Karam al-Masri/File Photo

This Is Our Story, Mohammed

The late Mohammed al-Shafei in his office. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Asharq Al-Awsat's Mohammed al-Shafei Passes Away Leaving Behind Long Career in Pursuing the Toughest Files

Mohammed al-Shafei on board a military jet on his way to Afghanistan. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Freed Prisoner Close to Sinwar Leading ‘Revolution’ Within Hamas in Gaza

The sun sets over a tent camp sheltering Palestinians displaced by the Israeli offensive, on New Year’ Eve in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, December 31, 2025. REUTERS/Ramadan Abed

Israel Begins Demolishing 25 Residential Buildings in West Bank Camp

An Israeli army excavator demolishes buildings during a military operation in Nur Shams refugee camp, near the West Bank city of Tulkarem, 31 December 2025. (EPA)

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This handout photo taken and released by the Taiwan Presidential Office on January 1, 2026 shows Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te delivering a New Year’s Day speech at the presidential hall in Taipei. (Handout / Taiwan Presidential Office / AFP)

Taiwan’s President Pledges to Defend Island’s Sovereignty After Chinese Military Drills

Campaign Launched Against Somali Migrants in US after Vast Fraud Case

A woman and a child hold hands as they walk down a street in the predominantly Somali neighborhood of Cedar-Riverside in Minneapolis in May 2022. Jessie Wardarski/AP

Member of Iranian Security Forces Reportedly Killed During Protests

An Iranian woman walks with her shopping bag in a street in Tehran, Iran, 31 December 2025. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

Near Record Number of Small Boat Migrants Reach UK in 2025

(FILES) Migrants picked up at sea attempting to cross the English Channel from France, disembark from Border Force vessel 'Ranger' after it arrived at the Marina in Dover, south-east England, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP)

Russia Releases Video Footage to Challenge Kyiv Over Alleged Attack

A Russian service member stands next to the remains of a drone, which, according to the Russian Defense Ministry, was downed during the repelling of an alleged Ukrainian attack on the Russian presidential residence in the Novgorod Region, in an unknown location in Russia, in this still image from a video released December 31, 2025. (Russian Defense Ministry/Handout via Reuters)

China Slams Countries That Criticized Taiwan Drills as 'Irresponsible'

A screen broadcasting news about military drills conducted by China around Taiwan is seen on a street in Beijing, China, 30 December 2025. (EPA)

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Saudi Industry Ministry Concludes Ninth Licensing Round, with 24 Companies and Consortia Awarded 172 Mining Sites

Saudi Industry Ministry Concludes Ninth Licensing Round, with 24 Companies and Consortia Awarded 172 Mining Sites

Expo 2030 Riyadh Awards the Main Utilities and Infrastructure Works Package

The milestone demonstrates the project’s increasing momentum as it shifts from early works to large-scale construction activity. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Closes 2025 with Historic Industrial Reform, Global Digital Leadership, Record-Breaking Economic Activity

As 2025 draws to a close, Saudi Arabia records a year defined not merely by statistical growth, but by structural transformation across every major sector. (SPA)

China’s Factory Activity Snaps Record Slump on Festive Stockpiling

People walk down steps near a residential building area with a view of China Zun, the tallest skyscraper in Beijing, Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025. (AP)

Xi Says China to Hit 2025 Growth Target of 'Around 5%'

Pedestrians walk along a street in the Central Business District of Beijing, China, 31 December, 2025. (EPA)

India Overtakes Japan as World's 4th Largest Economy

 A man walks at the seafront as scattered clouds are seen over Mumbai's skyline, India, June 10, 2015. (Reuters)

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Libyans Savor Shared Heritage at Reopened National Museum

Culture Libyans visit the National Museum after its reopening, following a closure of more than a decade in the Libyan capital Tripoli on December 23, 2025. (AFP)

Libyans Savor Shared Heritage at Reopened National Museum

In a historic building in central Tripoli, Libyans wander past ancient statues and artifacts, rediscovering a heritage that transcends political divides at…

Culture The camp celebrates authentic Saudi heritage and reinforces culture as a cornerstone of national identity - SPA
Culture

Cultural Camp at King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Showcases Saudi Heritage

The cultural camp is a key feature of the 10th King Abdulaziz Camel Festival, held in Al-Sayahid desert. The camp celebrates authentic Saudi heritage and…

Asharq Al Awsat
Culture The 2026 edition features a month-long live sculpting phase alongside a community engagement program - SPA
Culture

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Announces 25 Participating Artists for Seventh Edition

Under the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and Riyadh Art, Tuwaiq Sculpture has announced the selection of 25 artists for the seventh edition of the annual…

Asharq Al Awsat
Culture Arabic calligraphy adorns wrcades, Walls of the Grand Mosque of Makkah - SPA
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ALECSO Celebrates Opening of Arabic Calligraphy Center in Saudi Arabia

The Arab League of Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) congratulated Saudi Arabia on the opening of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman…

Asharq Al Awsat
Culture The "Hegra After Dark" cultural event in AlUla. (SPA)
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‘Hegra After Dark’ Event Showcases AlUla's History through the Ages

The "Hegra After Dark" cultural event in AlUla provides an interactive evening featuring live performances, storytelling, and diverse flavors. It highlights…

Asharq Al Awsat

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Sabalenka Wants 'Battle of the Sexes' Rematch and Revenge

Sports Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios laugh ahead of their Battle of the Sexes tennis match in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sunday Dec. 28, 2025. (Amr Alfiky/Pool Photo via AP)

Sabalenka Wants 'Battle of the Sexes' Rematch and Revenge

World number one Aryna Sabalenka Thursday said she wants a rematch of her "Battle of the Sexes" showdown with Nick Kyrgios so she can get revenge. Australia…

Asharq Al Awsat
Sports World No.9 Russian tennis player Mirra Andreeva (L) poses with a Koala during a visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary ahead of the Brisbane International in Brisbane, Australia, 31 December 2025. (EPA)
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Set to Go: Two Weeks of Tennis Mania Down Under Ahead of the Australian Open

If it's a new year, it must be serious tennis time Down Under. Just over six weeks since the ATP and WTA held their respective 2025 Finals, players on the…

Sports Roberto Carlos. (AFP)
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Roberto Carlos Reportedly Undergoes Heart Surgery While on Vacation in Brazil

Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Roberto Carlos has undergone surgery for a heart problem, Spanish daily sports newspaper Diario AS reported on Wednesday…

Sports Real Madrid's French forward #10 Kylian Mbappe sits on the bench during the UEFA Champions League league phase day 6 football match between Real Madrid CF and Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on December 10, 2025. (AFP)
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Mbappe Suffers Knee Sprain in Blow for Real Madrid

Real Madrid on Wednesday said that Kylian Mbappe had suffered a knee sprain, delivering a blow to their bid to reel in Liga leaders Barcelona. "After the…

Sports Football - Premier League - Chelsea v AFC Bournemouth - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - December 30, 2025 Chelsea's Cole Palmer shakes hands with manager Enzo Maresca after being substituted. (Action Images via Reuters)
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Caballero Defends Maresca After Palmer Substitution Sparks Jeers

Chelsea assistant coach Willy Caballero defended Enzo Maresca's decision to replace Cole Palmer after the controversial substitution sparked jeered from angry…

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Digital Age Brings Denmark’s 400-Year-Run Postal Service to Historic End

Varieties Mailboxes have been removed from all around Denmark. (EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)

Digital Age Brings Denmark’s 400-Year-Run Postal Service to Historic End

Beside the railroad tracks of Copenhagen’s train station, right in the heart of the Danish capital, stands a red-brick building with an ornate façade and a…

Asharq Al Awsat (Copenhagen)
Varieties Fireworks are seen over Sydney Harbour during the New Year's Eve midnight display, at Mrs Macquaries Point in Sydney, 01 January 2026. EPA/DAN HIMBRECHTS
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Cities Around the World Welcome 2026 with Fireworks and Heightened Security

From Sydney to Paris to New York City, crowds rang in the new year with exuberant celebrations filled with thunderous fireworks or light shows, while others…

Asharq Al Awsat
Varieties Cars drive on a road during heavy snowfall in central Warsaw, Poland, 30 December 2025. (EPA)
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Heavy Snow in Poland Leaves Drivers Stranded in Tailbacks of up to 20 Km

Heavy snowfall in Poland caused tailbacks stretching as far as 20 km (12.43 miles) on a motorway between ​the capital Warsaw and the Baltic port city of Gdansk…

Varieties The study concluded that children exposed to high levels of screen time before age two are exposed to endure adolescent mental health. (The University of Queensland)
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Infant Screen Exposure Shapes Long-Term Brain Changes and Teen Anxiety, Study Finds  

Children exposed to high levels of screen time before age two showed changes in brain development that were linked to slower decision-making and increased…

Asharq Al Awsat (Cairo)
Varieties Explosive activity concentrates at the north-east crater of the Mount Etna, as an eruption started on Dec. 24 continues, in Sicily, Italy, Monday Dec. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Salvatore Allegra)
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Indonesia Raises Alert for Mount Bur Ni Telong Volcano after Spike of Activity

Indonesian authorities have raised the alert level for the Mount Bur Ni Telong volcano in the country’s westernmost province of Aceh to its second highest…

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