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Gulf The message was received by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah in Riyadh during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince Receives Written Message from Chinese President 

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Sunday a written message from China’s President Xi Jinping…

Arab World Qassim Hamadeh, who lost two sons, a daughter-in-law, and his 4- and 10-year-old grandsons, among 13 villagers killed when Israeli troops raided Beit Jin, southwestern Syria, on Nov. 2, looks at the damage from the raid alongside one surviving grandson, Dec. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Omar Albam)
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Israeli Military Raids in Syria Raise Tensions as They Carve Out a Buffer Zone

Qassim Hamadeh woke to the sounds of gunfire and explosions in his village of Beit Jin in southwestern Syria last month. Within hours, he had lost two sons, a…

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Gulf A general view of Riyadh on August 29, 2025. (Reuters)
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'Sakan' Begins First Phase of Housing Unit Handovers Under Saudi Crown Prince's Directives 

Saudi Arabia’s Developmental Housing Foundation (Sakan) announced on Sunday the launch of the first phase of housing unit handovers to beneficiaries across…

Gulf The Saudi Crown Prince met on Sunday with the Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince Meets with Chinese Foreign Minister

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met on Sunday with Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi in…

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Australia Hails 'Ahmed' the 'Hero' Who Stopped Gunman in His Tracks

World A composite video grab shows Ahmed confronting the gunman, followed by the moment he is given medical aid after being shot (circulated)

Australia Hails 'Ahmed' the 'Hero' Who Stopped Gunman in His Tracks

Australians hailed on Sunday a "hero" whose daring struggle with a gunman may have saved many lives during the country's worst mass shooting in years. …

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World Passers-by walk past crime scene tape at an entrance to Brown University, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Providence, R.I., following the Saturday, Dec. 13, shooting at the university. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
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US Police: Person of Interest Detained in Deadly Brown University Shooting

A person of interest was in custody Sunday after a shooting during final exams at Brown University that killed two students and wounded nine others, though key…

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Arab World Election workers gather parliamentary election ballots after the polls closed in Baghdad, Iraq, Nov. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Hadi Mizban, File)
Arab World

Iraq's Election Result Ratified by Supreme Federal Court as Premiership Remains up for Grabs

The result of last month’s parliamentary elections in Iraq was ratified by the Supreme Federal Court on Sunday, confirming that the party of caretaker prime…

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Zelenskyy Offers to Drop NATO Bid for Security Guarantees but Rejects US Push to Cede Territory

The chancellory is pictured during talks between representatives of the US and Ukraine in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)

Hamas Confirms the Death of a Top Commander in Gaza after Israeli Strike

Destroyed buildings, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip November 18, 2025. (Reuters)

Israel Army Says Struck Hezbollah Members in Southern Lebanon

Smoke rises above Lebanon, following an Israeli strike, amid ongoing cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, as seen from Israel's border with Lebanon in northern Israel, May 5, 2024. REUTERS/Ayal Margolin /File Photo

Syrian Who Killed Americans was Part of Security Forces

Members of the Syrian security forces secure an area -REUTERS/Karam al-Masri

Saudi Arabia Condemns Terrorist Attack on Syrian and US Security Forces

Saudi Arabia Condemns Terrorist Attack on Syrian and US Security Forces

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The ministers held the fifth session of the Political Committee under the Saudi-Chinese High-Level Joint Committee to discuss ways to bolster cooperation across all sectors. (SPA)

Fifth Session of Political Committee under Saudi-Chinese Joint High-Level Committee Held in Riyadh 

The 50 millionth passenger was a French national arriving from Paris on a Saudia flight to participate in a sports tournament in Jeddah. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz International Airport Hits Record 50 Million Passengers in 2025 

Visitors watch the two giant reassembled alabaster statues of Pharoah Amenhotep III, in the southern city of Luxor, Egypt, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Egypt Reveals Restored Colossal Statues of Pharaoh in Luxor

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Reuters)

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

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The Non-Political Implications of the Syrian Experience

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Zarif and Rewriting the Iranian Narrative

Mustafa Fahs
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Transitional Dualism and the Role Required of America

Hazem Saghieh
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Trump: Don’t Fence Me In

Amir Taheri
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The Threat Libya’s National And Political Identity

Dr. Jebril El-Abidi
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The Essential Key to Ending Sudan’s War

Osman Mirghani
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Will Lebanon Survive the Schemes of the Next Phase?  

Rami al-Rayes
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‘Either Donald Trump or Benjamin Netanyahu’

Hazem Saghieh
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Lebanon and Iraq… and Israel’s Rise

Eyad Abu Shakra
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Bashar Assad’s Odd Decisions

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Lebanon Is a Country for Guests, Not Its Own People

Sam Menassa
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Bashar Was Here 

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The message was received by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah in Riyadh during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Receives Written Message from Chinese President 

Fifth Session of Political Committee under Saudi-Chinese Joint High-Level Committee Held in Riyadh 

The ministers held the fifth session of the Political Committee under the Saudi-Chinese High-Level Joint Committee to discuss ways to bolster cooperation across all sectors. (SPA)

'Sakan' Begins First Phase of Housing Unit Handovers Under Saudi Crown Prince's Directives 

A general view of Riyadh on August 29, 2025. (Reuters)

Saudi Crown Prince Meets with Chinese Foreign Minister

The Saudi Crown Prince met on Sunday with the Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh. SPA

Saudi Arabia Condemns Sydney Terrorist Attack

This screen grab of UGC video taken on December 14, 2025 and received courtesy of Mike Ortiz shows beach-goers fleeing Bondi Beach after gunmen opened fire, in Sydney on December 14, 2025. (Photo by Mike Ortiz / UGC / AFP)

Saudi Arabia Condemns Attack on UN Facility in Sudan

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Qassim Hamadeh, who lost two sons, a daughter-in-law, and his 4- and 10-year-old grandsons, among 13 villagers killed when Israeli troops raided Beit Jin, southwestern Syria, on Nov. 2, looks at the damage from the raid alongside one surviving grandson, Dec. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Omar Albam)

Israeli Military Raids in Syria Raise Tensions as They Carve Out a Buffer Zone

Asharq Al Awsat

7 Killed in Drone Strike on Hospital in Sudan's Kordofan

A Sudanese man rides his decorated bicycle as others (unseen) rally in support of the Sudanese armed forces. (Photo by Ebrahim Hamid / AFP)

Iraq's Election Result Ratified by Supreme Federal Court as Premiership Remains up for Grabs

Election workers gather parliamentary election ballots after the polls closed in Baghdad, Iraq, Nov. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Hadi Mizban, File)

Hamas Confirms the Death of a Top Commander in Gaza after Israeli Strike

Destroyed buildings, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip November 18, 2025. (Reuters)

Israel Army Says Struck Hezbollah Members in Southern Lebanon

Smoke rises above Lebanon, following an Israeli strike, amid ongoing cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, as seen from Israel's border with Lebanon in northern Israel, May 5, 2024. REUTERS/Ayal Margolin /File Photo

Syrian Who Killed Americans was Part of Security Forces

Members of the Syrian security forces secure an area -REUTERS/Karam al-Masri

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Passers-by walk past crime scene tape at an entrance to Brown University, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Providence, R.I., following the Saturday, Dec. 13, shooting at the university. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

US Police: Person of Interest Detained in Deadly Brown University Shooting

Asharq Al Awsat

Zelenskyy Offers to Drop NATO Bid for Security Guarantees but Rejects US Push to Cede Territory

The chancellory is pictured during talks between representatives of the US and Ukraine in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)

Australia Hails 'Ahmed' the 'Hero' Who Stopped Gunman in His Tracks

A composite video grab shows Ahmed confronting the gunman, followed by the moment he is given medical aid after being shot (circulated)

US Envoys in Berlin for Another Round of Ukraine Peace Talks

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

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

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)

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

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The 50 millionth passenger was a French national arriving from Paris on a Saudia flight to participate in a sports tournament in Jeddah. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz International Airport Hits Record 50 Million Passengers in 2025 

Egypt, Qatar's Al Mana Holding Sign $200 Million Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal

A worker fills an Airbus jet with aviation fuel at Fuhlsbuettel airport in Hamburg, March 14, 2012. REUTERS/Fabian Bimmer/File Photo

Saudi Arabia Prepares to Allow Foreign Property Ownership in January

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Reuters)

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

Saudi Smart Grid Conference 2025 Kicks Off in Riyadh on Monday

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Saudi Media Ministry Launches Sudanese Culture Week as Part of 'Global Harmony 2' Initiative 

Culture The event is part of a series of cultural activities showcasing 14 global cultures, held at Al-Suwaidi Park, one of the Riyadh Season venues. (SPA)

Saudi Media Ministry Launches Sudanese Culture Week as Part of 'Global Harmony 2' Initiative 

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Media launched on Sunday the Sudanese Culture Week as part of the "Global Harmony 2" initiative, organized in cooperation with the…

Culture Saudi Heritage Commission Wins 2025 New York Product Design Award
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Saudi Heritage Commission Wins 2025 New York Product Design Award

Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission achieved a new international milestone after winning the Silver Category at the 2025 New York Product Design Awards for its…

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

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…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)
Culture 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,…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh)
Culture 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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Freiburg's Höler Scores Another Bundesliga Stunner to Deny 10-man Dortmund

Sports Freiburg's Lucas Hoeler, right, celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the German Bundesliga soccer match between SC Freiburg and Borussia Dortmund in Freiburg, Germany, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (Tom Weller/dpa via AP)

Freiburg's Höler Scores Another Bundesliga Stunner to Deny 10-man Dortmund

Freiburg forward Lucas Höler scored with a spectacular bicycle kick to hold 10-man Borussia Dortmund to a 1-1 draw in the Bundesliga on Sunday. Höler stopped…

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Sports Manchester City striker Erling Haaland (R) celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace © Glyn KIRK / AFP
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Haaland Stars in Win over Palace to Fire Man City Title Charge

Manchester City closed the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal as Erling Haaland's double inspired a 3-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Pep Guardiola…

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Sports Saudi national team coach Hervé Renard - SPA
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Saudi National Team Coach: Our Goal Is to Reach the Final of FIFA Arab Cup

Saudi national team coach Hervé Renard said that the current phase requires a focus on recovery and proper preparation after qualifying for the semifinals,…

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Sports Mohamed Salah has scored just four Premier League goals this season © Paul ELLIS / AFP
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Van Dijk Wants 'Leader' Salah to Stay at Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk wants Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool despite the Egyptian star's incendiary rant about the club, but the Reds captain admits he does not…

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Sports 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
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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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Egypt Reveals Restored Colossal Statues of Pharaoh in Luxor

Varieties Visitors watch the two giant reassembled alabaster statues of Pharoah Amenhotep III, in the southern city of Luxor, Egypt, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Egypt Reveals Restored Colossal Statues of Pharaoh in Luxor

Egypt on Sunday revealed the revamp of two colossal statues of a prominent pharaoh in the southern city of Luxor, the latest in the government’s archaeological…

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Varieties National Wildlife Center Launches 2nd Phase to Regulate Unlicensed Species in Saudi Arabia
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National Wildlife Center Launches 2nd Phase to Regulate Unlicensed Species in Saudi Arabia

The National Center for Wildlife (NCW) has launched the second phase of its initiative to regulate the status of unlicensed wildlife species in the Kingdom,…

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Varieties 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)
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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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Varieties 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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Varieties 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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