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Aramco Acquires 49% Stake in HUMAIN

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Aramco announced on Sunday the closing of a transaction in which Aramco, through a wholly owned subsidiary, acquires…

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun inspects military units deployed in Zawtar al-Gharbiya, southern Lebanon (File photo: Lebanese Presidency)

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Lebanese Concern Over 'Third War' Despite Hezbollah Assurances

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is standing firm on negotiations as the "only path" out of the country's crisis after two wars between Hezbollah and Israel. …

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Children help fill drinking water containers at a distribution point in the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on Saturday (dpa)

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Trump's Board of Peace Asks Italy to Provide Support for Gaza Security Force

US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace formally asked Italy to provide advisers from the police, firefighters and the carabinieri corps to help build a new…

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Local administration officials visit a market after a reported drone attack, in a location given as Abyei region, along the border between South Sudan and Sudan, October 20, 2026, in this screengrab taken from a handout video. Radio Tamazuj/Handout via REUTERS

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Guterres Condemns Escalation of Drone Attacks in Sudan

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemns the escalating drone attacks in Sudan by the parties to the conflict and the catastrophic toll these…

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Intense Strikes Thwart Houthi Advance on Al-Maqatirah

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An armored vehicle operated by fighters loyal to Yemen's legitimate government is positioned along the frontlines against the Houthis around Mount al-Midan in Yemen's western Taiz province on October 26, 2026. (AFP)

Intense Strikes Thwart Houthi Advance on Al-Maqatirah

The Al-Maqatirah front, located on the border between the Lahij and Taiz governorates in southwestern Yemen, turned into a theater of violent clashes over the…

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Yemen Mobilizes International Support to Confront the Houthi Aggression Saturday 31/10 - 17:37
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FBI Accuses NKorea of Standing Behind $6 Billion Crypto Theft from Binance

The FBI on Saturday accused North Korea of stealing more than $6 billion in virtual assets from the cryptocurrency exchange Binance in what is thought to be…

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Iranian people walk past a mural depicting late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, in a street of Tehran, Iran, 31 October 2026. (EPA)

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Rubio Says US Yet to Decide on New Iran Strikes

US President Donald Trump has not made a decision about fresh strikes on Iran amid stalled peace talks, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday. "We…

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Iranian Envoys Meet Qatari Mediators as Threat Looms of US Strikes After Midterms

A man holds Iran's national flag in a street of Tehran, Iran, 31 October 2026. (EPA)

UN Demands Probe into Death of Its Employee in Houthi Custody

Armed Yemeni supporters of the Iran-backed Houthis brandish their weapons during a protest against US strikes on Iran in Sanaa on July 10, 2026. (AFP via Getty Images)

Isolated Clashes in France, as Tensions Erupt After Peaceful Marches

French riot police personnel are enveloped by fireworks during nationwide demonstrations over the rising cost of living and inequality organized by Yellow Vest movement, labor unions and high school and university students, in Paris on October 31, 2026. (AFP)

Syria Calls Border Security with Jordan a Shared Responsibility

Jordanian soldiers on the border with Syria. (AP file)

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A United Nations Security Council meeting titled "Maintenance of international peace and security" at UN headquarters in New York City, US, October 29, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon

What Does the End of MINURSO Mean for the Future of Western Sahara?

The projects and initiatives have helped provide sustainable sources of safe freshwater. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Strengthens Water Security in 14 Yemeni Governorates with 62 Projects

The Shatila Palestinian refugee camp in southern Beirut. (AFP file)

Lebanon Draws Up Plan to Govern 12 Palestinian Refugee Camps

Russia's President Vladimir Putin, front left, and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, front right, Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan, enter a hall for their talks on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa summit at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. (Maxim Shipenkov/Pool Photo via AP)

Putin Offers Burhan Help in Ending Sudan War

Lebanon's national dialogue table (File photo)

Hezbollah and Lebanon's National Dialogue: 20 Years of Talks Over Its Weapons, No Deal on Implementation

Human rights reports accuse the Houthis of recruiting more children. (Local media)

Houthis Suspected of Recruiting Children, Young Men Amid Surge in Disappearances in Sanaa

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Saudi Arabia Strengthens Water Security in 14 Yemeni Governorates with 62 Projects

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Saturday 31/10 - 09:04

Saudi Foreign Minister Discusses Regional Security with Russian, Canadian Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov (SPA)

Bin Farhan, Rubio Sign Agreement Formalizing US Participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Coalition Downs 2 Drones Fired at Saudi Arabia

Coalition official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia Suspends Travel to and from Kenya as Precaution against Ebola

The Public Health Authority stressed that the health situation inside the Kingdom remains reassuring and under constant surveillance. (SPA)

Saudi Ambassador Launches Campaign to Distribute Sacrificial Meat in Lebanon

Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Fahd Al-Dosari, Grand Mufti of Lebanon Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian and other officials are seen at the launch at the Saudi Embassy in Beirut. (SPA)

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What Does the End of MINURSO Mean for the Future of Western Sahara?

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Lebanese Concern Over 'Third War' Despite Hezbollah Assurances

Trump's Board of Peace Asks Italy to Provide Support for Gaza Security Force

Houthi Attacks Threaten Thousands of African Refugees in Western Lahj

Tens of thousands of African refugees face risks from Houthi escalation (local media)

Guterres Condemns Escalation of Drone Attacks in Sudan

UN Demands Probe into Death of Its Employee in Houthi Custody

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FBI Accuses NKorea of Standing Behind $6 Billion Crypto Theft from Binance

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Erdogan Takes Russia, Ukraine to Task Over Black Sea Attacks

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shake hands during a press conference in Istanbul, Türkiye, October 31, 2026. (Reuters)

Rubio Says US Yet to Decide on New Iran Strikes

Iranian Envoys Meet Qatari Mediators as Threat Looms of US Strikes After Midterms

Rubio Hosts Meeting of Indo-Pacific Quad, Wraps up G20 Gathering

Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting Welcome Reception at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. (Megan Varner/Pool Photo via AP)

Iran Supreme Leader Warns of 'Geographically Unrestricted Response' to Any Attack

Iranians walk past billboards featuring Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on a street in Tehran, Iran, 28 October 2026, amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict. (EPA)

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Spectators gather outside Anitkabir, the mausoleum of the Turkish Republic's Founder Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, as Turkish Air force pilots of the 'Turkish Stars' fly over the mausoleum during celebrations to mark the 103th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye in Ankara on October 29, 2026. (Photo by ADEM ALTAN / AFP)

Türkiye Appoints Muhsin Atci as Head of Capital Markets Board

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Aramco Acquires 49% Stake in HUMAIN

Delegates stop to talk in front of the Aramco booth at the exihibtion set up during the 25th WPC the 25th WPC Energy Congress (World Petroleum Council) in Riyadh on October 12, 2026. (Photo by Fayez Nureldine / AFP)

Saudi Telecom Companies' Revenues Rise to $22 Billion in 9 Months

General view of Riyadh in the early evening hours (Reuters)

China’s Factory Activity Shrinks in October, Third Contraction in Four Months

Women shop for fashion accessories at a bazaar held in a popular shopping district in Beijing, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. (AP)

15% Capital Requirement Complicates Restructuring of Lebanese Banks

A Lebanese delegation, led by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, meets with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva in Washington in September. (X)

US Oil Companies Aim to Squeeze More Out of Refineries

ExxonMobil said its refinery in Baytown, Texas is one of the plants being targeted to boost supply of petroleum products. Brandon Bell / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/AFP/File

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After Louvre Heist and String of Thefts, Europe’s Smaller Museums Are on Guard

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People visit The Orsay Museum in Paris, on August 30, 2023. (AFP)

After Louvre Heist and String of Thefts, Europe’s Smaller Museums Are on Guard

Two men wearing head torches climbed through a forced-open window &zwnj;at the Fondazione Magnani Rocca museum near Parma on the night of March 22 and calmly…

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File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT

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European Film Festival Returns to Riyadh for Fifth Edition with 16 Films

The Delegation of the European Union to Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with the embassies of its member states and with the support of the Film Commission, has…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 29/10 - 15:27

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Adornment was not limited to silver jewelry but also included the use of kohl, henna, perfumes and hair-care products - SPA

Culture

‘Rashrash’: A Silver Necklace Reflecting Jazan’s Traditional Women’s Jewelry Heritage

Traditional jewelry in Jazan Region preserves part of the memory of women and reflects aspects of their social lives in the past. Among these ornaments is…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 29/10 - 15:21

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The Black Stone is located at a height of about one and a half meters from the Mataf surface. (SPA)

Culture

The Black Stone: Sacred Landmark at the Heart of the Holy Kaaba

In the southeastern corner of the Holy Kaaba stands the Black Stone, the faith-filled landmark from which Tawaf begins and ends, drawing the hearts and eyes of…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 29/10 - 11:40

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Mircea Cartarescu is the most translated contemporary Romanian writer. Daniel MIHAILESCU / AFP

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Romanian Writer Cartarescu Hails Books as Balm in Turmoil

In an age of "overwhelming evil" and "generalised lies", Romanian novelist Mircea Cartarescu, a weaver of literary fantasies born from a childhood under a…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 29/10 - 07:22

Sports

Marquez Wins Malaysian MotoGP to Move to Brink of World Title

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Race winner Ducati Lenovo Team's Spanish rider Marc Marquez holds a Spanish flag following the MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit in Sepang on November 1, 2026. (Photo by MOHD RASFAN / AFP)

Marquez Wins Malaysian MotoGP to Move to Brink of World Title

Marc Marquez moved to the brink of an eighth world title with an imperious victory at the Malaysian MotoGP on Sunday. The Ducati star and reigning champion…

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Sports

China State TV Does Not Air First La Liga Games Since Mbappe Furore

Chinese state television did not air on Saturday the first La Liga games since Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe caused anger with a joke about the country's…

Saturday 31/10 - 16:06

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Premier League - Chelsea v Manchester United - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - October 31, 2026 Manchester United manager Michael Carrick reacts after Manchester United's Bryan Mbeumo misses a chance to score. (Reuters)

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Carrick Expects Man Utd Stay Despite Chelsea Defeat

Michael Carrick said he expects to remain in charge of Manchester United for Tuesday's Champions League visit of Roma despite a 2-0 defeat at Chelsea that…

Saturday 31/10 - 15:54

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Scuderia Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc of Monaco in action during the second free practice session for the Formula One Mexico City Grand Prix in Mexico City, Mexico, 30 October 2026. (EPA)

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Leclerc Quickest in Mexico GP Practice

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc dominated practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix on Friday, clocking the fastest times in both sessions for the second weekend…

Saturday 31/10 - 09:54

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Ligue 1 - Le Havre AC v Paris St Germain - Stade Oceane, Le Havre, France - October 30, 2026 Paris St Germain's Achraf Hakimi celebrates scoring their fifth goal to complete his hat-trick. (Reuters)

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Hakimi Hat-Trick Leads PSG to 5-1 Win at Le Havre

Flying fullback Achraf &zwnj;Hakimi grabbed a hat-trick as Paris St Germain went on the rampage to thrash bottom-placed Le Havre 5-1 and extend their Ligue 1…

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How to Choose a Cat Who Will Actually Be Your Friend

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A cat breeder attends with their animals during the FIFe World Cat Show in Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands, 24 October 2026. EPA/DINGENA MOL

How to Choose a Cat Who Will Actually Be Your Friend

Cats have a reputation for being mysterious and aloof, but some are more so than others. Just like dogs, cats’ personalities differ depending on their breed,…

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A dog sits during the exhibition "The Dachshund: An Icon off the Leash," dedicated to dachshunds in art, at Kunsthalle Bremen in Bremen, Germany, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. (AP)

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The Dachshund Is the Muse in an Exhibition Showcasing the Sausage Dog’s History in Art

The humble dachshund is taking center stage in a new exhibition in Germany that explores the history of the sausage dog in art — and visitors are welcome to…

Saturday 31/10 - 09:36

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Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity Astrid Schomaker (C-R), Armenia's Minister of Environment and COP17 President Hambardzum Matevosyan (C-L), Deputy Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity Jihyun Lee (3rd L), and other members of the secretariat react during the closing session of the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) in Yerevan on October 31, 2026. (AFP)

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Nations Commit to Get Nature Goals Back on Track

Nearly 200 nations struck hard-fought agreements Friday at a UN biodiversity summit, but the outcome was accompanied by disappointment over missed…

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A Manx shearwater flies around Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales, Britain, in this handout image released on October 29, 2026. (Joe Wynn/Handout via Reuters)

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Long-Distance Flights Can Interfere with the Internal Clocks of Seabirds

People who travel across many time zones, like a trip from London to Tokyo, may experience jet lag, with the body's internal 24-hour clock — the circadian…

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Smoke billows into the sky as Mayon volcano erupts as seen from Legaspi City, Albay province, south of Manila on October 30, 2026. (AFP)

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Philippines Raises Volcano Alert Level as Blast Sends Ash Skyward

One of the Philippines' most active volcanoes fired a dark column of ash thousands of meters into the sky Friday in a "moderately explosive eruption" that…

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