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Saudi FM Stresses Ongoing Support for UN Efforts to Promote Values of Dialogue, Tolerance

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah chaired on Sunday the opening session of the 11th Global Forum of the United Nations…

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A Palestinian amputee walks in Yafa street among the destroyed Al Mahata mosque and destroyed buildings, in Al Tuffah neighborhood, east of Gaza City, 13 December 2025, near the yellow line amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. EPA/MOHAMMED SABER

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Hamas Says Weapons Are 'Legitimate Right'

Hamas' Gaza chief Khalil al-Hayya said on Sunday that the group had a "legitimate right" to hold weapons and that any proposal for the next phases of the Gaza…

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14 December 2025, Berlin: Jared Kushner (R), entrepreneur and former chief advisor to the President of the United States, arrives at the Hotel Adlon. Photo: Kay Nietfeld/dpa

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US Envoys in Berlin for Another Round of Ukraine Peace Talks

US envoys arrived in Berlin Sunday morning for another round of talks intended to secure a deal to end the war in Ukraine. US President Donald Trump’s…

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Trump Pledges Retaliation After 3 Americans Killed in Syria

US President Donald Trump said Saturday “there will be very serious retaliation” against ISIS after three Americans, two soldiers and their civilian…

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Gunmen Kill, Injure Scores at Sydney's Bondi Beach as Hundreds Gathered for Jewish Festival

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This screen grab made from UGC handout video footage courtesy of Timothy Brant-Coles shows two gunmen dressed in black firing multiple shots on a bridge at Bondi Beach in Sydney on December 14, 2025. (Photo by Handout / various sources / AFP)

Gunmen Kill, Injure Scores at Sydney's Bondi Beach as Hundreds Gathered for Jewish Festival

Two gunmen shot dead at least 11 people on Sunday at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, police said. One gunman was fatally shot by police and the second arrested. The…

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Police S.W.A.T. team members gather inside Brown University's Sciences Library after a shooting Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, in Providence, R.I. (Lily Speredelozzi/The Sun Chronicle via AP)

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US Police Search Brown University after Shooter Kills 2

A shooter dressed in black killed at least two people and wounded nine others at Brown University on Saturday during final exams on the Ivy League campus,…

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US President Donald Trump makes a statement to reporters as he heads into the White House after landing on the South Lawn in Marine One in Washington, DC, USA, 13 December 2025. EPA/Samuel Corum / POOL

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Trump Reportedly Unsure Whether Impact of Economic Policies Will be Felt in Time for Midterms

US Donald President Trump expressed uncertainty about whether Republicans would keep control of the House of Representatives in next year's midterm elections…

Asharq Al Awsat (Washington) Sunday 14/12 - 05:59

6 Peacekeepers Killed in Drone Strike on UN Facility in Sudan

FILE PHOTO: Sudanese people, who fled the conflict in Geneina in Sudan's Darfur region, receive rice portions from Red Cross volunteers in Ourang on the outskirts of Adre, Chad July 25, 2023. REUTERS/Zohra Bensemra/File Photo

Germany Says Foils Plot to Attack Christmas Market

Visitors participate in a game at the Christmas market and fairground in the Jardin des Tuileries gardens in central Paris, on December 13, 2025. (Photo by Anna KURTH / AFP)

Israel Suspends Strike on Southern Lebanon Village After Lebanese Army Request

Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli strike that targeted the southern Lebanese, al-Mahmoudiyeh, Lebanon, Nov. 27, 2025. (AFP)

Guterres Marks End of UN Mission in Iraq

This handout picture released by the office of Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani shows him shaking hands with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during a meeting in Baghdad. (Handout / Iraqi Prime Minister’s Press Office/AFP)

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Saudi Arabia Prepares to Allow Foreign Property Ownership in January

Members of the Apparatus for Combating Security Threats (file photo)

Libya’s Sabratha on Alert after Killing of Militia Figure ‘Al-Amo’

One of Al-Qard Al-Hasan’s buildings in Beirut’s southern suburbs. AP file photo

Hezbollah Creates New Entities to Evade Pressure on Al-Qard Al-Hasan

Prosthetic limb technician Ahmed Al-Ashqar, 34, prepares a leg amputation splint in the first stage of building an artificial leg at Hamad Hospital in Zawaida, central Gaza Strip, Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)

Gaza Amputees Struggle to Rebuild Lives as the Enclave Faces Shortages of Prosthetic Limbs

A member of the Civil Defense stands on the rubble of a house hit by an Israeli airstrike in the town of Jbaa in South Lebanon. (Reuters)

Lebanese State Formally Launches Reconstruction Effort with Modest Public Funding

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. (AP)

Britain Imposes Sanctions on RSF Leaders, Including Hemedti’s Brother

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The Saudi Foreign Minister chaired the opening of the 11th UNAOC Global Forum in Riyadh. SPA

Saudi FM Stresses Ongoing Support for UN Efforts to Promote Values of Dialogue, Tolerance

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Libya’s Unity Gov. Urges Stronger Partnership with Saudi Arabia on Development Projects

Abdul Hamid Dbeibah during his meeting with members of the Saudi delegation (Dbeibah's Office)

Saudi-Emirati Team in Aden to Restore Calm in Eastern Yemen

A view of Yemen's interim capital Aden. (Reuters file)

UN Secretary General Visits Saudi Digital Government Authority's Innovation Hub in Riyadh

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres meets with officials at the Innovation Hub of the Digital Government Authority (DGA) in Riyadh on Friday. (SPA)

Saudi Leadership Congratulates President of Kenya on Independence Day

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)

New Saudi Humanitarian Aid Crosses Rafah Crossing En Route to Gaza

The shipment includes a large quantity of food baskets and tents. SPA

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Hamas Says Weapons Are 'Legitimate Right'

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Algeria’s Kabylie Unites against MAK Separatist Project

Activists rally in Bejaia against separatist project, private accounts

Libya’s Sabratha on Alert after Killing of Militia Figure ‘Al-Amo’

Hezbollah Creates New Entities to Evade Pressure on Al-Qard Al-Hasan

Trump Pledges Retaliation After 3 Americans Killed in Syria

6 Peacekeepers Killed in Drone Strike on UN Facility in Sudan

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US Envoys in Berlin for Another Round of Ukraine Peace Talks

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Gunmen Kill, Injure Scores at Sydney's Bondi Beach as Hundreds Gathered for Jewish Festival

US Seizes Shipment Headed to Iran with Military-Related items

An arms shipment belonging to Iran seized by the US in May 2021. AP file photo

Germany Says Foils Plot to Attack Christmas Market

US Police Search Brown University after Shooter Kills 2

EU Urges Iran to Release Nobel-Prize Winner Mohammadi

A handout photo provided by the Narges Mohammadi Foundation on October 2, 2023 shows an undated, unlocated photo of Iranian rights campaigner Narges Mohammadi. (Narges Mohammadi Foundation/AFP)

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Saudi Arabia Prepares to Allow Foreign Property Ownership in January

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China Urges Stronger Coordination Between Business, Finance Systems to Spur Consumption

People walk past a second hand market for luxury cars in Beijing, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Europe Aims for Simpler Import Procedures

Amazon trailer trucks are seen at Cherbourg Harbor, France January 21, 2021. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes

Saudi Smart Grid Conference 2025 Kicks Off in Riyadh on Monday

Trump Reportedly Unsure Whether Impact of Economic Policies Will be Felt in Time for Midterms

China to Boost Exports, Imports in 2026, Seeking ‘Sustainable’ Trade, Official Says

A woman walks in Ritan park one day after a heavy snowfall in Beijing on December 13, 2025. (AFP)

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Saudi National Museum Celebrates World Arabic Language Day with Focus on Heritage, Crafts

Culture

The Saudi National Museum is organizing a cultural program to celebrate World Arabic Language Day 2025, which is observed annually on December 18

Saudi National Museum Celebrates World Arabic Language Day with Focus on Heritage, Crafts

Saudi Arabia’s National Museum is organizing a cultural program to celebrate World Arabic Language Day 2025, which is observed annually on December 18. The…

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The signing ceremony was held at Fenaa Alawwal, a leading cultural hub in Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter. SPA

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Saudi Culture Ministry Signs Partnership with ESSEC Business School for Riyadh University of Arts

The Saudi Ministry of Culture signed on Sunday a partnership with ESSEC Business School, for Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)’s College of Cultural Management,…

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The Hadrami Dan included on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity following a long and diligent process. Photo: X

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Hadrami Dan Added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity List

The Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee of UNESCO, during its ongoing 20th session in New Delhi, included the Hadrami Dan on the Representative List of the…

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Culture

As part of the festival’s broader activities, the cultural tent aims to preserve folk heritage. SPA

Culture

Saudi Arabia: Najran Cultural Tent Contributes to Passing Cultural Heritage Across Generations

The cultural tent at Najran Al-Ruqsh Festival has emerged as one of the event’s most prominent attractions, drawing visitors of all ages, particularly those…

Asharq Al Awsat (Najran) Sunday 14/12 - 05:40

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Manga zone at Jeddah Book Fair captivates visitors with creative content, comics. (SPA)

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Jeddah Book Fair Highlights Saudi Manga and Comics’ Rise from Hobby to Professionalism

A dialogue session held on the main stage of the Jeddah Book Fair 2025, organized by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, discussed the rapid…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 13/12 - 05:36

Sports

Real Sociedad Sack Coach Francisco Amid Slump

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Real Sociedad's head coach Sergio Francisco sits on the bench before their Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Sociedad and Girona CF, played at the Reale Arena in Girona, Spain, 12 December 2025. EPA/Javier Etxezarreta

Real Sociedad Sack Coach Francisco Amid Slump

Real Sociedad sacked coach Sergio Francisco on Sunday with the team down in 15th in La Liga, just one point above the relegation zone. The Basque side…

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Liverpool's Egyptian striker #11 Mohamed Salah applauds the fans following the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on December 13, 2025. (AFP)

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Salah Sets up Goal on Return to Liverpool Action

Mohamed Salah set up a goal in Liverpool's 2-0 win against Brighton on Saturday as he returned to action after an explosive outburst cast doubt over his future…

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Football - LaLiga - Atletico Madrid v Rayo Vallecano - Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain - January 2, 2022 Rayo Vallecano's Algeria international Luca Zidane, who now plays for Granada, in action with Atletico Madrid's Angel Correa. (Reuters)

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Algeria Keeper Zidane Likely to Start at Cup of Nations

Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane, son of French World Cup-winner Zinedine, looks likely to start at this month’s Africa Cup of Nations after the injured Alexis…

Saturday 13/12 - 17:53

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Football - LaLiga - Atletico Madrid v Valencia - Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain - December 13, 2025 Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring their second goal with Alexander Sorloth. (Reuters)

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Griezmann Scores Again off the Bench to Give Atletico Madrid 2-1 Win Over Valencia

Antoine Griezmann scored the winner after coming off the bench to help Atletico Madrid beat Valencia 2-1 Saturday and stay in touch with the La Liga front…

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13 December 2025, Hesse, Frankfurt/M.: Eintracht Frankfurt's Ritsu Doan celebrates scoring his side's first goal during the German Bundesliga soccer match between Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Augsburg at Deutsche Bank Park. (dpa)

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Japan Forward Ritsu Doan Steers Frankfurt to Much-Needed Bundesliga Win

Ritsu Doan scored for Eintracht Frankfurt to end its four-game winless run across all competitions with a 1-0 Bundesliga win over Augsburg on Saturday. The…

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Islamabad Puts Drivers on Notice as Smog Crisis Worsens

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This picture taken on December 9, 2025, shows buildings engulfed in dense smog due to severe air pollution in Islamabad. (Photo by Aamir QURESHI / AFP)

Islamabad Puts Drivers on Notice as Smog Crisis Worsens

Truck driver Muhammad Afzal was not expecting to be stopped by police, let alone fined, as he drove into Islamabad this week because of the thick diesel fumes…

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A dendritic “lab star” formed by liquid water flowing through Europa ice simulant at NASA JPL, modeling how features like Damhán Alla could form on Jupiter's icy moon, similar to how lake stars form on Earth. (Image credit: Prof. Lauren Mc Keown.)

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Spider-Like Scar Haunts Jupiter's Moon Europa

Scientists have explored a strange, spider-like scar on Jupiter's icy moon Europa, suggesting the feature might have formed from briny water eruptions beneath…

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This photograph shows the first urban cable car "C1" in Ile-de-France region during its official launch, in between Creteil Pointe du Lac and Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, on the outskirts of Paris on December 13, 2025. (AFP)

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‘Like Skiing’: First Urban Cable Car Unveiled Outside Paris

Gondolas floated above a cityscape in the southeastern suburbs of Paris on Saturday as officials unveiled the first urban cable car in the French capital's…

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A illustration made in Sept. 3, 2025, of a gigantic 8 meter (26 foot) long mega-predatory lamniform shark swimming beside a long-necked plesiosaur in the seas off Australia 115 million years ago. (Pollyanna von Knorring/Swedish Museum of Natural History via AP)

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Before Megalodon, Researchers Say a Monstrous Shark Ruled Ancient Australian Seas

In the age of dinosaurs — before whales, great whites or the bus-sized megalodon — a monstrous shark prowled the waters off what's now northern Australia,…

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Larry the Downing Street cat is a global celebrity in his own right, with more than 900,000 followers on X. JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP/File

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Move over Larry: Maximus the PM's Cat Grabs Belgium Spotlight

It is no secret that a tabby named Larry wields considerable power in Downing Street. Now in Belgium, a rescue cat named Maximus has shot to social media…

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