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Asharq Al-Awsat Publishes Outline of Lebanon’s Deposit Repayment Plan

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is pushing to secure approval for a draft law aimed at resolving the fate of bank deposits frozen since the country’s…

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United National Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks during an event to mark the end of the UN political mission, in Baghdad, Iraq, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP)

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Guterres Condemns Houthi Detention of Another 10 UN Staff in Yemen

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday condemned the Houthi detention of another 10 UN personnel in Yemen, taking the total to 69, his…

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A convoy of buses carry Syrian refugees who return home from Lebanon, arrive at the Syrian border crossing point, in Jdeidet Yabous, Syria, Tuesday, July 29, 2025. (AP)

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Syria Welcomes the Permanent Repeal of Sweeping US Sanctions

Syria’s government and its allies on Friday welcomed the final lifting of the most draconian sanctions imposed on the country in recent decades. The US…

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Palestinians wait to receive food from a charity kitchen after the global hunger monitor, in Gaza City, August 28, 2025. REUTERS/Mahmoud Issa/File Photo

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Gaza No Longer in Famine After Aid Access Improves, Hunger Monitor Says

There is no longer famine in Gaza, a global hunger monitor said on Friday, after access for humanitarian and commercial food deliveries improved following a…

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Over 1,000 Patients Have Died Awaiting Evacuation from Gaza Since July 2024, Says WHO

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A Palestinian looks over an area of buildings destroyed during Israeli air and ground operations at sunset in northern Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, Friday, Dec. 19, 2025. (AP)

Over 1,000 Patients Have Died Awaiting Evacuation from Gaza Since July 2024, Says WHO

More than 1,000 patients have died while waiting for urgent medical evacuation from war-ravaged Gaza in the last year and a half, the World Health Organization…

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Israel Considers Special Military Court to Seek Death Penalty for Hamas Fighters Friday 19/12 - 09:09

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Ships move through the Suez Canal, in Ismalia, Egypt, July 31, 2025. REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany/File Photo

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What are Shipping Companies' Plans for Return to Suez Canal?

Major shipping companies are devising strategies for a potential return to the Suez Canal after two years of disruptions due to security risks in the Red Sea…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 14:47

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People inspect a damaged building, after Israeli military said on Sunday that it struck a militant from the Lebanese Iran-aligned Hezbollah group, in Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon November 23, 2025. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir

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Lebanon-Israel Truce Committee Talks Widen as Hezbollah Disarmament Deadline Nears

The committee overseeing the Hezbollah-Israel truce in Lebanon focused on Friday on how to return displaced people to their homes, addressing civilian issues…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 13:42

Ukraine Offers to Help Poland Develop Drone Defenses, Zelenskiy Says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy meets Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk at the Chancellery of the Prime Minister in Warsaw, Poland, December 19, 2025. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel

Egypt Says Gas Deal with Israel is 'Strictly Commercial'

Under the deal, Leviathan will sell about 130 bcm of gas to Egypt through 2040 or until all contract values are fulfilled - File Photo

Ukraine Hits Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in Mediterranean

Crude oil tanker transits the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Türkiye, October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Yoruk Isik/File Photo

Israel Says Man's Capture Sabotaged Secret Hezbollah Naval Unit

Amhaz's ID card at the Maritime Sciences and Technology Institute. (Telegram)

Saudi Arabia Welcomes US Decision to Lift Sanctions on Syria, Congratulates Damascus

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Election workers count ballots as they close a polling station, during the parliamentary elections in Baghdad, Iraq, Nov. 11, 2025. (AP)

Iraq Negotiates New Coalition Under US Pressure

Displaced Palestinian youths take part in a training session at the Aida Refugee Camp's football pitch, next to the separation wall outside Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, on December 16, 2025, a few weeks after an Israeli military decision to demolish the field. (AFP)

Bethlehem Camp's 'Lifeline' Football Field Faces Israeli Demolition

Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during the reception of Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in Cairo on Thursday (Egyptian Presidency)

Egypt Signals Possible Activation of Joint Defense Pact to Safeguard Sudan’s Unity

The Saudi capital, Riyadh (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Real Estate Balance Platform Regulates Market, Signals Positive Momentum in Riyadh Trading

A fighter from the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, affiliated with Hamas, oversees the search for the bodies of Israeli hostages, with the participation of Red Cross personnel, in the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, Dec. 1, 2025. (EPA)

Israel Considers Special Military Court to Seek Death Penalty for Hamas Fighters

Al-Alimi met with US Ambassador Steven Fagin in Riyadh (SABA)

US-Yemen Engagement Seeks to Bolster Partnership, Contain Divisions

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Saudi Arabia Welcomes US Decision to Lift Sanctions on Syria, Congratulates Damascus

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Friday 19/12 - 11:33

Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Phone Call with Foreign Minister II of Brunei Darussalam

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah -File Photo (Reuters)

King Salman Center Sets Up Camps for Displaced Gaza Residents

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center has established the largest displacement camp in Deir al-Balah, as displaced people struggle with the impact of war and cold weather (KSrelief)

Saudi Interior Minister Meets with Kazakh Counterpart

The Saudi Minister of Interior met on Thursday with his Kazakh counterpart in Riyadh. SPA

Saudi Foreign Minister Holds Phone Call with South Korean Counterpart

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan - File Photo

Saudi Leaders Congratulate Qatar on National Day, Niger on Republic Day

Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud - File Photo

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Guterres Condemns Houthi Detention of Another 10 UN Staff in Yemen

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Asharq Al-Awsat Publishes Outline of Lebanon’s Deposit Repayment Plan

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. (Reuters)

Over 1,000 Patients Have Died Awaiting Evacuation from Gaza Since July 2024, Says WHO

Syria Welcomes the Permanent Repeal of Sweeping US Sanctions

Gaza No Longer in Famine After Aid Access Improves, Hunger Monitor Says

Lebanon-Israel Truce Committee Talks Widen as Hezbollah Disarmament Deadline Nears

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A Turkish flag with the Bosphorus Bridge in the background, flies on a passenger ferry in Istanbul, Türkiye September 30, 2020. (Reuters)

Turkish Authorities Investigate Drone Crash Days after Shooting Down Another UAV

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

UK Imposes Sanctions on Perpetrators of Violence Against Syrian Civilians

FILE - In this file photo dated Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, the Union Flag flies on the top of 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister's official residence in London. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali, FILE)

Ukraine Hits Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in Mediterranean

Ukraine Offers to Help Poland Develop Drone Defenses, Zelenskiy Says

Sweden Summons Iran Envoy after Reports of Citizen's Death Sentence

A Pakistani woman holds a national flag of Iran during a rally in solidarity with the Iranian people, in Karachi, Pakistan, 22 June 2025. EPA/SHAHZAIB AKBER

Putin Tells His Annual News Conference that the Kremlin's Military Goals Will Be Achieved in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin holds his annual end-of-year press conference in Moscow on December 19, 2025. (Photo by Alexander NEMENOV / AFP)

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A view of an oil pump jack on the prairies near Claresholm, Alberta, Canada January 18, 2025. REUTERS/Todd Korol

Oil Set for Second Straight Weekly Decline on Supply Outlook

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 15:38

What are Shipping Companies' Plans for Return to Suez Canal?

Real Estate Balance Platform Regulates Market, Signals Positive Momentum in Riyadh Trading

EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Signing Delayed as Italy Demands More Time

Riot police intervenes during farmers' protest in Brussels, Belgium, 18 December 2025. EPA/OLIVIER MATTHYS

TikTok Signs Deal to Sell US Entity to American Investors

FILE – In this July 21, 2020 file photo, a man opens social media app ‘TikTok’ on his cell phone, in Islamabad, Pakistan. (AP Photo/Anjum Naveed, File)

Canada, US to Launch Formal Talks to Review Free Trade Agreement in Mid-January

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney takes part in a press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada December 18, 2025. REUTERS/Blair Gable

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Rome to Charge Tourists to Get Close to the Famed Trevi Fountain

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A visitor takes a photo of Rome's Trevi Fountain, Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, as the city municipality announced that, starting on Feb. 1, it will impose a 2 euro fee for tourists to visit the recessed fountain edge. (AP)

Rome to Charge Tourists to Get Close to the Famed Trevi Fountain

Tourists who want to get close to Rome's Trevi Fountain will soon have to pay a two-euro ($2.34) fee, the city mayor said on Friday, as authorities look to…

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The interactive edition enables users to easily browse AI- and data-related terminology in Arabic, English, and French

Culture

ICAIRE Launches Data, AI Glossary to Mark World Arabic Language Day

The International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) announced the launch of an interactive edition of the Data and Artificial…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Friday 19/12 - 09:47

Culture

The event was held under the cultural program overseen by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission

Culture

Jeddah Book Fair Highlights World Arabic Language Day with Discussion on Literature’s Global Reach

As part of its World Arabic Language Day celebration, the Jeddah Book Fair 2025 has organized a panel discussion on expanding Arabic literature’s global reach…

Friday 19/12 - 09:32

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The program is delivered with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists in children’s literature and cultural content creation - SPA

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'Children’s Literary Week' Kicks Off in Saudi Arabia's Qatif

The Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission launched Children’s Literary Week in Qatif Governorate. The four-day event aims to enhance the…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 18/12 - 16:05

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Saudi Industrial Development Fund Launches 'SIDF Terminology Dictionary' in Collaboration with KSGAAL

The Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF), in collaboration with King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL), has launched the "SIDF Terminology…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 18/12 - 16:13

Sports

Blow for Algeria as Key Midfielder Ruled out of Cup of Nations

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Soccer Football - Saudi Pro League - Al Nassr v Al Ittihad - Al-Awwal Park, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - May 7, 2025 Al Ittihad's Houssem Aouar REUTERS/Stringer

Blow for Algeria as Key Midfielder Ruled out of Cup of Nations

Algeria have been dealt a blow to their Africa Cup of Nations hopes with the withdrawal of key midfielder Houssem Aouar on Friday. He was injured in…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 14:32

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot (L) looks on towards Mohamed Salah of Liverpool (R) during the English Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Brighton & Hove Albion, in Liverpool, Britain, 13 December 2025. EPA/ADAM VAUGHAN

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Liverpool Have 'Moved On' from Salah Furor, Says Upbeat Slot

Arne Slot said Liverpool have "moved on" from the furor caused by Mohamed Salah's explosive outburst at being dropped and are showing signs of growing into the…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 11:15

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The race is organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla in partnership with the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation. SPA

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Saudi Arabia’s AlUla to Host Endurance Race with Riders from 12 Countries

AlUla Governorate is scheduled to host on Saturday the Saudi Arabian Olympic and Paralympic Committee Endurance Cup, which will be held at AlFursan Equestrian…

Asharq Al Awsat (AlUla) Friday 19/12 - 10:09

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Baluch Iranian youths ride on a motorcycle in Zahedan, in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan bordering Afghanistan on December 18, 2025. (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP)

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Indian Football Club Banned, Fined for Refusing to Play in Iran

The Asian Football Confederation banned Indian club Mohun Bagan Super Giant from all its competitions and fined it more than $100,000 for refusing to play a…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 08:10

Sports

Soccer Football - Scottish League Cup Final - St Mirren v Celtic - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - December 14, 2025 Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy reacts Action Images via Reuters/Craig Brough

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Henry Says Nancy Can Turn Things Around at Celtic

Wilfried Nancy has endured the worst start of any manager at Celtic after losing his first four games but former Arsenal forward Thierry Henry has called for…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 07:34

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Winter at Tantora Festival Kicks Off in AlUla

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The 2025–2026 season features a diverse array of immersive experiences - SPA

Winter at Tantora Festival Kicks Off in AlUla

The Winter at Tantora Festival launched yesterday in AlUla Governorate and will run until January 10, 2026, marking the beginning of the winter season with a…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 15:48

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Only a small percentage of lifts were open and snow depths were well below average at Lake Tahoe resorts, just one example of warm weather causing well-below-average snowpack in almost all of the West. -File Photo/The AP news

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Warm Weather and Low Snowpack Bedevil Western Ski Resorts

Ski resorts are struggling to open runs, walk-through ice palaces can’t be built, and the owner of a horse stable hopes that her customers will be satisfied…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 14:43

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FILE PHOTO: US President Donald Trump poses on the red carpet for the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., US, December 7, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon/File Photo

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Trump Urges 2028 Astronaut Moon Landing in Sweeping Space Policy Order

President Donald Trump enshrined the US goal to put humans back on the moon by 2028 and defend space from weapon threats in a sweeping executive order issued…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 19/12 - 10:46

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Satish Khatik and Sajid Mohammed found a 15.34-carat gem-quality diamond in Panna (Amit Rathaur)

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Rare Diamond Changes Lives of Two Indian Friends

On a recent winter morning in Panna, a diamond mining region in central India, two childhood friends made a discovery that they think could change their lives…

Asharq Al Awsat (New Delhi) Friday 19/12 - 07:43

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SpaceX Loses Contact with Starlink Satellite after Mishap

SpaceX's Starlink said one of its satellites experienced an anomaly in space on Wednesday that created a "small number" of debris and cut off communications…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 18/12 - 18:05

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