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Iran Warns Protesters Who Joined ‘Riots’ to Surrender

Iran's top police officer issued an ultimatum on Monday to protesters who joined what authorities have deemed "riots", saying they must hand themselves in…

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An Iranian woman walks on a street in Tehran, Iran, January 19, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

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Türkiye’s Erdogan Hopes Iran Unrest Will Be Resolved Through Diplomacy

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday described the unrest in Iran as a "new test" for Tehran, pledging Türkiye would "stand against any initiative"…

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Children wait for lunch at their hut in Sanaa, Yemen August 29, 2022 (Reuters)

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Yemen Humanitarian Crisis to Worsen in 2026 amid Funding Cuts, Says UN

The UN warned on Monday that the humanitarian situation in Yemen is worsening and that gains made to tackle malnutrition and health would go into reverse due…

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EU Executive Arm, Russia and Thailand Asked to Join Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza

The European Union's executive arm, Russia and Thailand on Monday were the latest to be asked to join US President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace that will…

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Syria Tightens Grip After Kurdish Pullback, Says ISIS Prisoners Escape

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A member of Syrian military police stands guard near Raqqa prison, after the army took control of the city of Raqqa, Syria January 19, 2026. (Reuters)

Syria Tightens Grip After Kurdish Pullback, Says ISIS Prisoners Escape

Syrian government troops tightened their grip on Monday across a swathe of northern and eastern territory after it was abruptly abandoned by Kurdish forces in…

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Senegal's Idrissa Gueye calls players to walk off the ptich during the Africa Cup of Nations final soccer match between Senegal and Morocco, in Rabat, Morocco, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)

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Morocco Refer AFCON Champions Senegal to CAF and FIFA

The Moroccan Football Federation said Monday it has formally referred to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFA incidents involving Senegalese…

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US and Israeli soldiers convene at the Civil Military Coordination Center, the US-led center overseeing the implementation of President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza, in Kiryat Gat, southern Israel November 17, 2025. REUTERS/Alexander Cornwell

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Israeli Minister Smotrich Calls for US-led Center for Gaza to Be Shuttered

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday to shut a US-led multinational coordinating center that supports…

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Israel Army Says Struck Hezbollah Sites in South Lebanon

Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted the village of Sohmor, in southern Lebanon on January 15, 2026. (AFP)

‘Not Right’ for Iran to Attend Davos Summit After Deadly Protests, Say Organizers

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks in a joint press briefing with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein in Tehran, Iran, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)

Iran to Consider Lifting Internet Ban; State TV Hacked

People walk past a burnt-out building destroyed during public protests in the Iranian capital Tehran on January 19, 26. (AFP)

Russia Hits Energy System in Several Regions of Ukraine, Kyiv Says

Local residents gather around a bonfire during an outdoor party to keep warm as many apartments remain without heating in Kyiv on January 18, 2026, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (AFP)

Trump Says 'World Is Not Secure' Unless US Controls Greenland

Danish soldiers walk in front of Joint Arctic Command in Nuuk, Greenland, January 16, 2026. REUTERS/Marko Djurica

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Men walk along a street past destroyed high-rise building, as efforts to restore the city's infrastructure resumes after nearly three years of devastation caused by war, in the Sudanese capital Khartoum on January 17, 2025. (AFP)

Khartoum Markets Back to Life but 'Nothing Like Before'

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Palestinian President’s Advisor: Board of Peace, Related Entities Are a ‘Temporary Arrangement’

Yemeni officials are seen at the consultative meet in in Riyadh on Sunday. (Reuters)

Southern Yemen Leaders Seek Just Solutions at Upcoming Dialogue Conference in Riyadh

This photograph taken on January 18, 2026 shows a view of the Alpine resort of Davos with the Congress Center that will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

Saudi Arabia in Davos: Participation in Dialogues on World Economy, Geopolitical Changes

Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025. (SP)A

Saudi Arabia Ranks Second Globally in Humanitarian Aid for 2025

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Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah looks on during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, 05 January 2026. (EPA)

Saudi FM Holds Separate Talks with Jordanian, Turkish Counterparts

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Saudi Permanent Representative to Arab League Meets with Somali Counterpart

Saudi Leadership Extends Condolences to Thailand over Victims of Crane Collapse on Train

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Agreement between Syrian Govt, SDF

People celebrate as Syrian government troops take control of the town from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Raqqa, northeastern Syria, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)

Saudi Arabia Ranks Second Globally in Humanitarian Aid for 2025

Saudi Crown Prince, Syria’s Sharaa Discuss Opportunities to Boost Bilateral Ties

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Doha on September 15, 2025. (SPA)

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Syria Tightens Grip After Kurdish Pullback, Says ISIS Prisoners Escape

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Syria Deal Could Remove Main Obstacle to Türkiye -PKK Peace, Turkish Officials Say

A crossing at the Syrian-Turkish borders. (AFP)

Yemen Humanitarian Crisis to Worsen in 2026 amid Funding Cuts, Says UN

Israeli Minister Smotrich Calls for US-led Center for Gaza to Be Shuttered

Israel Army Says Struck Hezbollah Sites in South Lebanon

Türkiye Sees Deal between Syria, Kurdish Forces as ‘Historic Turning Point’

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Iranians drive near an anti-US mural in street in Tehran, Iran, 19 January 2026. (EPA)

Iran Warns Protesters Who Joined ‘Riots’ to Surrender

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Türkiye’s Erdogan Hopes Iran Unrest Will Be Resolved Through Diplomacy

EU Executive Arm, Russia and Thailand Asked to Join Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza

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‘Not Right’ for Iran to Attend Davos Summit After Deadly Protests, Say Organizers

Iran to Consider Lifting Internet Ban; State TV Hacked

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IMF Upgrades Outlook for Surprisingly Resilient World Economy to 3.3% Growth this Year

France Says Still Loyal to Syria Kurds, Hails Ceasefire

Syrian army personnel celebrate as government forces enter Raqqa city following the withdrawal of Syrian Democratic Forces, in Raqqa, Syria, January 18, 2026. REUTERS/Karam al-Masri

Lucid in 2026: 'Made in Saudi Arabia' Label Goes Global

China's Economy Grows 5% in 2025, Buoyed by Strong Exports Despite Trump's Tariffs

A deliver worker transfers the merchandise outside the Ritan International Trade Center in Beijing, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Oil Down as Easing Iran Unrest Dampens Geopolitical Risk Premium

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Italy Uncovers Basilica Designed by Vitruvius, the 'Father of Architecture'

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A handout photo made available by Regione Marche press office shows the excavations in Piazza Andrea Costa from which large columns emerge, remains believed of the Basilica of Vitruvius, in Fano, Italy, 19 January 2026. (EPA/Regione Marche press office)

Italy Uncovers Basilica Designed by Vitruvius, the 'Father of Architecture'

Italian officials on Monday hailed the discovery of a more than 2,000-year-old public building attributed to Vitruvius, the ancient Roman architect and…

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People wait for the Louvre museum to open as employees at the Louvre Museum vote to extend a strike that has disrupted operations at the world's most visited museum, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 in Paris. (AP)

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French TV Broadcasts Louvre Robbery Images

Footage of the spectacular robbery at the Louvre Museum has been broadcast for the first time on French television, showing the brazen jewel thieves breaking…

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Cultural Development Fund Highlights Economic Value of Saudi Culture in Davos

The Cultural Development Fund (CDF) is participating in the Saudi House pavilion initiative, led by the Ministry of Economy and Planning, during the Annual…

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The cooperation agreement aims to support local and regional artisans and designers. SPA

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Red Sea Museum Signs Cooperation Agreement to Support Artisans and Designers

Saudi Arabia’s Museums Commission announced the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Red Sea Museum and Ahmed Angawi Studio to launch the "Made in…

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Saudi Arabia Participates in Cairo International Book Fair 2026

The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission will lead the Kingdom’s participation in the 57th edition of the Cairo International Book Fair 2026…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Monday 19/01 - 08:24

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Morocco Refer AFCON Champions Senegal to CAF and FIFA

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Morocco Refer AFCON Champions Senegal to CAF and FIFA

The Moroccan Football Federation said Monday it has formally referred to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFA incidents involving Senegalese…

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Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Sunderland - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - September 13, 2025 Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi applauds fans after the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

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Man City Announce Signing of Defender Marc Guehi

England defender Marc Guehi has signed for Manchester City from Crystal Palace on a five-and-a-half year contract, the Premier League club announced on Monday…

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Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 19, 2026 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates after winning his first round match against Spain's Pedro Martinez REUTERS/Tingshu Wang

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Djokovic Reaches 100th Australian Open Match Win in Hunt for 25th Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic began his hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over unseeded Spaniard Pedro Martinez in the Australian Open first…

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USA's Coco Gauff waits to receive serve from Uzbekistan's Kamilla Rakhimova during their women's singles match on day two of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 19, 2026. (AFP)

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Tennis Australia Defends Prize Money amid Player Complaints

Governing body Tennis Australia (TA) has defended the amount of prize money on offer at the Australian Open as twice Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff warned that…

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Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland celebrates after defeating Laslo Djere of Serbia in their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. (AP)

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Warhorse Wawrinka Stays Alive at Farewell Australian Open

Former champion Stan Wawrinka lived to fight another day with a gutsy four-set victory to kick off his final Australian Open campaign on Monday. The three…

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Chile Fights Wildfires that Killed 19 and Left 1,500 Homeless

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Mirtza Aguilera, right, and her daughter embrace in front of their home burned by wildfires in Tome, Chile, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Javier Torres)

Chile Fights Wildfires that Killed 19 and Left 1,500 Homeless

Firefighters in Chile are battling forest fires that started on Sunday and have killed at least 19 people and left around 1,500 homeless as they swept through…

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A tourist looks at a view of Mt. Everest from the hills of Syangboche in Nepal December 3, 2009. REUTERS/Gopal Chitrakar

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Nepal Halts Search after Guide Killed, Iranian Climber Missing

Bad weather forced Nepali rescuers to suspend the search Monday for an Iranian climber missing for four days after an accident which killed a Nepali team…

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People stand next to warning signs in place, and beaches are closed after a surfer suffered a shark attack at Dee Why Beach in Sydney, Australia, January 19, 2026. REUTERS/Jeremy Piper

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Shark Mauls Surfer in Sydney, 3rd Attack in Two Days

A shark mauled a surfer off an ocean beach in Sydney on Monday in the Australian city's third shark attack in two days, authorities said. The surfer,…

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Women push baby strollers as they walk along a street in Beijing on January 4, 2026. (AFP)

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China’s Population Falls Again as Births Drop to Lowest Rate Since 1949 Communist Revolution

How do you persuade a population to have more babies after generations of limiting families to just one? A decade after ending China's longtime one-child…

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UK, France Mull Social Media Bans for Youth as Debate Rages

Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's lead by banning children and some teenagers from using social media, but experts…

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