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Saudi Arabia Welcomes al-Alimi’s Request for Comprehensive Conference in Riyadh to Discuss Southern Cause

Saudi Arabia has welcomed the request of the President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, Dr. Rashad al-Alimi, to convene a comprehensive…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Saturday 03/01 - 05:43

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Venezuela's Oil Facilities Unscathed in US Strike

Venezuela's state-run oil production and refining were operating normally on Saturday and suffered no damage from a US strike to extract the country's…

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

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(FILES) EU Vice-President and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas addresses a press confrence in Brussels on November 26, 2025. (Photo by Nicolas TUCAT / AFP)

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EU Urges 'Restraint,’ Respect for International Law in Venezuela

The EU called for "restraint" and respect for international law in Venezuela on Saturday after President Donald Trump announced US forces had captured leader…

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An Iranian woman walks past an anti-US mural on a street in Tehran, Iran, 03 January 2026. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

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Iran Supreme Leader Says Will Not Yield as Protests Simmer and US Threatens

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei vowed not to yield after US President Donald Trump threatened to come to the aid of protesters, as rights groups reported a…

Asharq Al Awsat since 2 hours

Venezuela Demands US Provide 'Proof of Life' of Maduro

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This file photo shows Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro during a rally in Caracas on December 1, 2025. © Juan Barreto, AFP

Venezuela Demands US Provide 'Proof of Life' of Maduro

Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez on Saturday called on the United States to issue "proof of life" of leader Nicolas Maduro who was captured by US…

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US Says Maduro Captured and Flown Out of Venezuela since 4 hours
Venezuela’s Allies Slam US Strikes since 3 hours
Venezuela's Government Accuses US of Attacking Civilian, Military Installations Saturday 03/01 - 08:17

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Palestinians walk past destroyed buildings in the northern Gaza Strip, Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)

Arab World

MSF Says May Have to Halt Gaza Operations in March

Banned from the Gaza Strip with 36 aid bodies, medical charity Doctors Without Borders said Saturday it will have to end its operations there in March if…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 03/01 - 09:54

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Residents of Al Mahrah governorate voiced support for Yemen’s presidential decisions (Saba News Agency)

Arab World

Hadhramaut Official Says National Shield Advances, STC Withdrawal Leaves Security Gap

A Yemeni local authority official confirmed that the National Shield forces had taken full control of the 37th Brigade camp in al-Khasha and pushed on to the…

Abdulhadi Habtor (Riyadh) Saturday 03/01 - 06:19

Sources to Asharq Al-Awsat: National Shield Forces Control Al-Khasha Camp

National Shield forces are seen in Hadhramaut. Photo: National Shield forces

UN Force in Lebanon Says Israeli Army Fired Near its Peacekeepers Twice

Joint patrol of the Lebanese army and UNIFIL (UNIFIL via Telegram)

Hamas to Asharq Al-Awsat: Gaza Arms Are Light, Pose No Threat to Israel

Israel Resumes South Lebanon Strikes after Netanyahu-Trump Talks

Smoke rises after Israeli airstrikes hit the Jabal al Rihan heights in southern Lebanon (AFP)

8 Arab and Islamic Countries Deeply Concerned About Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Gaza

Nanaa Abu Jari cooks outside her tent after it was flooded by rainwater in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)

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Yemen Consultation, Reconciliation Body Says National Shield Camp Takeover is Peaceful

A young girl stands in front of tents that burned after candles were lit for lighting at a displacement camp in Gaza City on Friday (AFP)

Israeli Leaks Test Prospects for Gaza Deal’s Second Phase

Al Nao Hospital Director Dr. Jamal Eltaeb (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Sudan: How One Hospital Saved Thousands of Lives Amid War

Hamas to Asharq Al-Awsat: Gaza Arms Are Light, Pose No Threat to Israel

Sheikh bin Habrish urges a new page for all, rules out revenge (Hadhramaut Tribes Alliance)

Bin Habrish: Hadhramaut Situation Settled, No Room for Revenge

Al-Burhan in a still from a video recorded outside the Republican Palace in the capital, Khartoum (Sudan News Agency).

Burhan on Independence Anniversary: Victory Is Coming

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

Saudi FM Discusses with Turkish, Pakistani Counterparts Developments in the Region

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Saturday 03/01 - 05:48

Saudi Arabia Welcomes al-Alimi’s Request for Comprehensive Conference in Riyadh to Discuss Southern Cause

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meets with al-Alimi in 2023. SPA file photo

Governor of Hadhramaut Launches Military Operation to Take Control of STC Positions

A supporter of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) stands in the back of a pickup truck in the Khor Maksar district of the second city of Aden on August 29, 2019. (AFP file)

Saudi Crown Prince, Emir of Qatar Discuss Fraternal Ties, Regional and Global Developments

Combined photo of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia on the right, and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the left. (SPA)

Saudi Leadership Offers Condolences to Bangladesh on Death of Former PM Khaleda Zia

An aerial view shows mourners gathered for the funeral ceremony of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at the Parliament House premises in Dhaka on December 31, 2025 a day after her death. (AFP)

Pakistan Supports Saudi Arabia, Welcomes Regional Efforts to De-escalate Situation in Yemen

The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad. AP file photo

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MSF Says May Have to Halt Gaza Operations in March

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 03/01 - 09:54

Yemen Consultation, Reconciliation Body Says National Shield Camp Takeover is Peaceful

UN Force in Lebanon Says Israeli Army Fired Near its Peacekeepers Twice

Bin Habrish: Hadhramaut Situation Settled, No Room for Revenge

Israel Resumes South Lebanon Strikes after Netanyahu-Trump Talks

Israeli Leaks Test Prospects for Gaza Deal’s Second Phase

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Venezuela Demands US Provide 'Proof of Life' of Maduro

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

Power Outage Hits Berlin, Police Suspect Arson

The Berlin skyline is seen, during the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Berlin, Germany, April 1, 2020. REUTERS/Michele Tantussi

Iran Supreme Leader Says Will Not Yield as Protests Simmer and US Threatens

EU Urges 'Restraint,’ Respect for International Law in Venezuela

Venezuela’s Allies Slam US Strikes

Smoke rises near Fort Tiuna, after US President Donald Trump said the US has struck Venezuela and captured its President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas, Venezuela, January 3, 2026. REUTERS/Leonardo Fernandez Viloria

Dozens Missing after Boat Carrying More Than 200 Migrants Capsized Off Gambia

Three 'cayucos' (small wooden boats) moored after one of them, carrying 283 people of sub-Saharan origin, including 28 minors, arrived at La Restinga harbor in El Hierro island in the Canaries on 02 January 2026. EPA/GELMERT FINOL

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President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attends a NATO summit in Madrid, Spain June 30, 2022. (Reuters)

Erdogan Hails 2.6 bln Euro Jet Deal with Spain

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

Venezuela's Oil Facilities Unscathed in US Strike

Türkiye's 2025 Exports Hit Record $273.4 billion, up 4.5% y/y, Says Erdogan

A Turkish flag is pictured on a boat in Istanbul, Türkiye, June 25, 2018. (Reuters)

Tesla Loses Title as World's Biggest Electric Vehicle

(FILES) BYD's display booth is seen during the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) in Tangerang, Greater Jakarta, on July 23, 2025. (Photo by Yasuyoshi CHIBA / AFP)

Precious Metals Start 2026 Strong on Rate-cut Optimism, Global Risks

(FILES) A worker polishes gold bullion bars at the ABC Refinery in Sydney on August 5, 2020. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP)

Oil Steadies after Biggest Annual Loss Since 2020

FILE PHOTO: A worker stands in front of storage tanks at the Rosneft oil refinery in Tuapse at the Russian Black Sea coast September 6, 2006. REUTERS/Sergei Karpukhin/File Photo

Culture

Libyans Savor Shared Heritage at Reopened National Museum

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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…

Wednesday 31/12 - 08:23

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 Tuesday 30/12 - 14:33

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 Tuesday 30/12 - 14:30

Culture

Arabic calligraphy adorns wrcades, Walls of the Grand Mosque of Makkah - SPA

Culture

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 Tuesday 30/12 - 14:18

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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 Tuesday 30/12 - 06:14

Sports

Morocco Coach Demands 'Humility' Against AFCON Outsiders Tanzania

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Morocco’s head coach, Walid Regragui, reacts during the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 group stage match between Morocco and Zambia in Rabat, Morocco, 29 December 2025. EPA/JALAL MORCHIDI

Morocco Coach Demands 'Humility' Against AFCON Outsiders Tanzania

Morocco coach Walid Regragui warned his team to keep their feet on the ground as the host country go into Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations last-16 tie against…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

Sports

Sabalenka Says Revenge Not on her Mind for Australian Open

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said Saturday she isn't out for revenge after losing her Australian Open crown in a shock loss to American Madison Keys last…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

Sports

03 January 2026, Australia, Perth: Swiss tennis player Stan Wawrinka in action against France's Arthur Rinderknech during their men's singles Group C match between Switzerland and France on day two of the United Cup tennis competition at RAC Arena in Perth. Photo: Richard Wainwright/AAP/dpa

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Wawrinka Opens 2026 Farewell Tour with Stirring Comeback Win at United Cup

Stan Wawrinka's 40-year-old legs didn't let him down over three-plus hours in his first singles match of a 2026 farewell tour on Saturday. Three-time Grand…

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Sports

This picture shows tennis balls outside a court during a training session ahead of the United Cup tennis tournament in Sydney on January 2, 2026. (Photo by Saeed KHAN / AFP)

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Australian Open Champion Keys Trying to Relish the Pressure

Madison Keys said Saturday that she was trying to embrace the extra pressure that comes with starting the year's first Grand Slam as defending champion. …

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 03/01 - 09:40

Sports

03 January 2026, Australia, Brisbane: Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios in action during a practice session ahead of the 2026 Brisbane International tennis tournament at the Queensland Tennis Centre. Photo: Dave Hunt/AAP/dpa

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'Chaotic Mess' Kyrgios Determined to Enjoy Himself after Injuries

A philosophical Nick Kyrgios said Saturday he had been a "chaotic mess" throughout his career and now just wants to enjoy himself when he returns to the tour…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 03/01 - 06:57

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Three Million Pounds to Save Polar Explorer Shackleton's Villa

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A person taking a photo of Ernest Shackleton's grave, polar explorer, who died after a heart attach in 1922 (Shutterstock)

Three Million Pounds to Save Polar Explorer Shackleton's Villa

Work is under way on a South Atlantic island to preserve a key building in the story of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. Shackleton famosly reached the…

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Saturday 03/01 - 09:10

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Titanic ocean liner after it struck an iceberg in 1912 off the coast of Newfoundland in the Atlantic Ocean (Shutterstock/3d illustration)

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James Cameron Describes Strategy for Surviving Titanic Disaster

James Cameron, the filmmaker behind the hit 1997 disaster movie Titanic, has revealed his strategy for hypothetically surviving the famed 1912 cruise liner…

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Saturday 03/01 - 07:08

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FILE - The General Store is seen Oct. 24, 2006, in Glen Haven, Colo. (AP Photo/The Denver Post, Karl Gehring, File)

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Hiker Killed in Rare Suspected Mountain Lion Attack in Colorado

A hiker in Colorado has died in the state's first suspected fatal mountain lion attack in over 25 years, authorities said. The woman was found unresponsive…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 02/01 - 18:03

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FILE - The road to the entrance of Walt Disney World, Monday, March 16, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)

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Heroic Staffer Blocks 400-pound Runaway Prop at US Disney Theme Park

A staffer at Disney World in Florida was hailed as a hero after he blocked a 400-pound (180-kilogram) rubber boulder that was bouncing toward the audience at…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 02/01 - 17:57

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US actress Angelina Jolie speaks to a member of the Egyptian Red Crescent at the Egyptian Rafah border crossing, part of her visit to the North Sinai Governorate to inspect aid entering the Palestinian Gaza Strip, on January 2, 2026. (Photo by AFP)

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Angelina Jolie Visits Egyptian Side of Rafah Crossing to Gaza

Hollywood star Angelina Jolie visited on Friday the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing into Gaza, where she spoke with members of the Red Crescent and truck…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 02/01 - 15:10

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