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North Korea's Kim Oversees Navy Cruise Missile Test

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw new tests of strategic cruise missiles and anti-warship missiles launched from a naval destroyer, state media reported…

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German Chancellor and leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) Friedrich Merz attends the CDU's leadership meeting at the party's headquarters in Berlin, on April 13, 2026. (AFP)

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Germany’s Merz Urges Netanyahu to End Lebanon Fighting

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday to end fighting in southern Lebanon and engage in direct peace talks…

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Israeli army excavators demolish buildings in the southern Lebanese village of Mais al-Jabal, as seen from the Israeli side of the border, 13 April 2026. (EPA)

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Hezbollah Leader Asks Lebanon to Cancel Tuesday Meeting with Israel

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem urged Lebanon to cancel a planned meeting with Israel in Washington on Tuesday, reiterating his group's rejection of direct…

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French Cement Maker Lafarge Found Guilty of Financing Extremists in Syria

A Paris court on Monday found cement maker Holcim's Lafarge unit guilty of charges that its Syrian subsidiary financed terrorism and breached European…

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US Begins Iran Port Blockade, Oil Prices Ease on Hopes for Dialogue

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A ship is seen in the Gulf off the coast of Sharjah the day after the failure of US-Iran peace talks on April 13, 2026. (AFP)

US Begins Iran Port Blockade, Oil Prices Ease on Hopes for Dialogue

The US military began a blockade of Iran's ports, angering Tehran and adding uncertainty around the crucial waterway, although hopes for dialogue to end the…

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US-sanctioned Tankers Pass Strait of Hormuz Despite US Blockade since 1 hour

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12 April 2026, Lebanon, Beirut: People and civil defense workers search for human remains amid the debris of a collapsed building following an Israeli air strike at the Beirut seafront. (dpa)

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Israel Army Ups Hezbollah Death Toll from April 8 Strikes to Over 250

Israel's military said Monday that a massive wave of strikes in Lebanon last week killed five Hezbollah commanders, as well as more than 250 of the Iran-backed…

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Destroyed buildings in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, near the Israel-Lebanon border, as seen from the Israeli side of the border in northern Israel, April 13, 2026. REUTERS/Florion Goga

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Israel Presses Assault on Lebanon Border Town Ahead of US-Hosted Talks

Israeli troops launched an attack on Monday to seize a key town in south Lebanon from Hezbollah fighters holed up there, pressing the war on the Iran-backed…

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Middle East Ceasefire a ‘Priority’, China’s FM Tells Pakistan

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi waves after a press conference on the sidelines of the National People's Congress (NPC), in Beijing, China, March 8, 2026. (Reuters)

Israel Summons Italy Envoy Over Comments on Lebanon Attacks

A handout photo made available by the Lebanese Presidency press office shows Italy's Minister for Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani speaking during a news conference after a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (not pictured) at the Presidential Palace in Baabda, east of Beirut, Lebanon, 13 April 2026. (EPA/Lebanese Presidency)

Israeli Troops Fire Tear Gas at Palestinian Schoolchildren in West Bank

13 April 2026, Palestinian Territories, Hebron: Members of Red Crescent surround Palestinian children from Khirbet Umm al-Khair after Israeli settlers blocked the only road to their schools. (dpa)

UN Maritime Chief Says No Country Has Right to Close Hormuz

FILE PHOTO: Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, March 11, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo

Saudi FM Discusses US-Iran Talks in Call with Iranian Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Abbas Araghchi (AAWSAT)

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Two US Navy guided-missile destroyers conduct operations in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday (CENTCOM)

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Israeli left-wing activists demonstrate with placards in HaBima Square against the ongoing war with Iran and against the Israeli government in Tel Aviv on April 11, 2026. (AFP)

Israelis Oppose Iran Ceasefire, Divided Over Whether to Respect It, Poll Says

A security officer stands in front of a sign for the Islamabad talks outside a media center set up to cover negotiations between the United States and Iran (AP)

Gulf Observers Outline Views on US Iran Talks, 14-Day Truce

A destroyed building is pictured at the site of an Israeli strike that targeted the southern Lebanese village of Al-Bazouriyah, on April 12, 2026. (AFP)

Negotiations between Lebanon, Israel Deepen Hezbollah’s Crisis with the State

09 April 2026, Chad, Aboutengye: Sudanese refugee women at the Aboutengue refugee camp in eastern Chad present a voucher and provide a fingerprint to confirm receipt before receiving their food rations. Photo: Eva Krafczyk/dpa

Millions of People in Sudan Surviving on One Meal a Day, NGOs Say

People walk past a wall mural along the roadside in Tehran on Sunday. AFP

As US Talks Fail, Iranians Caught Between ‘War and Peace’

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Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah

Saudi Foreign Minister, Gulf Counterparts Discuss Regional Developments

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GCC Secretary-General Receives Ambassador of Ukraine to Saudi Arabia

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi

Qatar FM Urges US, Iran to be Open to Mediation in Call with Iranian FM

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Bahrain Summons Iraqi Charge d'affaires over Drone Attacks Launched from Iraq

Saudi FM Discusses US-Iran Talks in Call with Iranian Counterpart

Makkah Entry Permit Requirement Comes into Effect for Residents

Police return violators and vehicles at security checkpoints leading to Makkah. (SPA)

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Germany’s Merz Urges Netanyahu to End Lebanon Fighting

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Hezbollah Leader Asks Lebanon to Cancel Tuesday Meeting with Israel

French Cement Maker Lafarge Found Guilty of Financing Extremists in Syria

Israel Summons Italy Envoy Over Comments on Lebanon Attacks

Israeli Troops Fire Tear Gas at Palestinian Schoolchildren in West Bank

Israel Army Ups Hezbollah Death Toll from April 8 Strikes to Over 250

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How Would a Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Work?

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North Korea's Kim Oversees Navy Cruise Missile Test

In this photo provided by the North Korean government, its leader Kim Jong Un, center, visits to observe the test launches of missiles at an undisclosed place in North Korea Sunday, April 12, 2026. (Korean Central News Agency/Korea News Service via AP)

US-sanctioned Tankers Pass Strait of Hormuz Despite US Blockade

A ship is seen off the coast of Ras al-Khaimah, the day after the failure of US-Iran peace talks on April 13, 2026. (Photo by AFP)

US Begins Iran Port Blockade, Oil Prices Ease on Hopes for Dialogue

Italian PM Condemns ‘Unacceptable’ Trump Criticism of Pope

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni gestures in the Senate chamber during the briefing to Parliament on the government's activities in Rome, Italy, 09 April 2026. (EPA)

Middle East Ceasefire a ‘Priority’, China’s FM Tells Pakistan

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25 January 2019, Switzerland, Davos: Executive Director of the International Energy Agency Fatih Birol speaks during the Annual Meeting 2019 of the World Economic Forum. (Valeriano Di Domenico/World Economic Forum/dpa)

IEA Is Ready to Further Tap Global Oil Reserves if Needed, Chief Says

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Hapag-Lloyd Says US Plans to Block Hormuz Difficult to Assess

(FILES) A Hapag Lloyd container ship is seen in Rotterdam's harbour on August 1, 2022. (Photo by JOHN THYS / AFP)

UN: Iran War Could Plunge 32 million into Poverty

People shop at the fruit and vegetable market the day after negotiations between Iran and the US in Pakistan failed to produce a deal, in the capital Tehran on April 13, 2026. (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP)

EU Member States Must Coordinate on Energy Prices amid Iran conflict, Von Der Leyen Says

Gas prices are displayed at a Chevron station in Los Angeles, California, on March 31, 2026,(Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP)

Iraqi Oil Exports Plummet 81.3% in March Due to Hormuz Closure

The Zubair Oil Field in Basra, Iraq, April 6, 2026. REUTERS/Mohammed Aty

World Bank Chief Sounds Alarm about Looming Jobs Crisis Even after War Ends

World Bank President Ajay Banga gives remarks during a forum held at the Atlantic Council building in Washington, D.C., US, April 7, 2026. REUTERS/Aaron Schwartz

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French Lawmakers to Debate Bill to Return Colonial-era Art

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FILE PHOTO: French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, April 8, 2026. REUTERS/Tom Nicholson/Pool/File Photo

French Lawmakers to Debate Bill to Return Colonial-era Art

France's lawmakers will on Monday debate a bill to simplify the return of artworks looted during the colonial era to their countries of origin. France still…

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Rockslides are a concern at the ancient theatre of Delphi. Angelos Tzortzinis / AFP/File

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Greece's Ancient Sites Get Climate-change Checkup

Worsening wildfires, soaring heatwaves and rising water levels have prompted Greek officials to take a closer look at protecting priceless archaeological sites…

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A general view of the Door of No Return monument in Ouidah on April 7, 2026. (AFP)

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Benin Leans into Painful Past to Attract Tourists

Tourists crowded beneath the Door of No Return, an arch built by the beach at Ouidah in southern Benin in memory of those crammed onto slave ships bound for…

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The Hira Cultural District in Makkah organized a literary symposium on Friday at Hira Café. (SPA)

Culture

Hira Cultural District Hosts Symposium on Arabic Language and Identity

The Hira Cultural District in Makkah organized a literary symposium on Friday at Hira Café, where scholars, writers, and language enthusiasts gathered to…

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Saudi Ministry Launches ‘Cultural Experiences’ Program to Promote Local Arts and Heritage

The Saudi Ministry of Culture unveiled the “Cultural Experiences” program to raise awareness of local culture and arts through interactive public experiences. …

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 10/04 - 07:42

Sports

Draper Vows to Overcome Injury Woes after Barcelona Exit

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Jack Draper of Britain in action during his first round match against Martin Etcheverry of Argentina at the Barcelona Open tennis tournament in Barcelona, Spain, 13 April 2026. EPA/Alejandro Garcia

Draper Vows to Overcome Injury Woes after Barcelona Exit

Jack Draper vowed to work his way out of his injury woes after being forced to retire with a right leg problem midway through his first-round match against…

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Moroccan fans cheer during a friendly soccer match between Morocco and Ecuador in Madrid, Spain, Friday, March 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

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Brazil, Morocco Headline Group C as Scotland and Haiti Return to the World Cup

Five-time champion Brazil faces African powerhouse Morocco in Group C, which also includes Scotland and Haiti — two teams returning to the World Cup after long…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 13/04 - 15:31

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Paris 2024 Olympics - Boxing - Women's 66kg - Final - Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France - August 09, 2024. Imane Khelif of Algeria in action against Liu Yang of China. REUTERS/Peter Cziborra/ File Photo

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Organizers Postpone Imane Khelif’s April 23 Paris Fight after Shoulder Injury

Olympic champion Imane Khelif injured her left shoulder while training over the weekend and was forced to postpone a professional fight scheduled for later…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 13/04 - 15:26

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Neutral Athlete Russia, Kliment Kolesnikov reacts after winning gold medal in the men’s 50-meter backstroke final at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, on Aug. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian, File)

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Russian Swimmers to be Allowed to Compete with Flag and Anthem after Restrictions Dropped

The governing body for international swimming and aquatic sports will allow athletes from Russia to compete without restrictions and with their national flag…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 13/04 - 15:23

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Paris Saint-Germain's French midfielder #33 Warren Zaire Emery (L) and Paris Saint-Germain's French forward #29 Bradley Barcola take part in a training session at the Campus Paris Saint-Germain in Poissy, on the western outskirts of Paris on April 7, 2026, on the eve of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg football match against Liverpool F.C. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

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Barcola Returns to PSG Squad Ahead of Champions League Clash with Liverpool

Paris St Germain forward Bradley Barcola has been named in the squad for their Champions League quarter-final second leg at Liverpool, the Ligue 1 club ⁠said…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 13/04 - 11:06

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Colombia Approves Plan to Cull Roaming Hippos Linked to Pablo Escobar

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FILE - Hippos float in the lagoon at Hacienda Napoles Park, once the private estate of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar who imported three female hippos and one male decades ago in Puerto Triunfo, Colombia, Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara, File)

Colombia Approves Plan to Cull Roaming Hippos Linked to Pablo Escobar

Colombian officials on Monday authorized a plan to cull dozens of hippos roaming freely through a region in the center of the country, where they threaten…

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Fatou, the oldest of Berlin's zoo and also believed to be the world's oldest gorilla, eats vegetables to celebrate her 69th birthday in Berlin, Germany, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)

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World's Oldest Gorilla Living in Captivity Celebrates her 69th Birthday at Berlin Zoo

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce…

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This satellite image provided by the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Super Typhoon Sinlaku in the Pacific Ocean, Monday, April 13, 2026. (NOAA via AP)

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Monster Typhoon in the Pacific Ocean Is Bearing Down on Group of Remote US Islands

A dangerous super typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is barreling toward a group of remote US islands. Super Typhoon Sinlaku is expected to make landfall Tuesday…

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An aerial picture shows smoke rising as lava from the Piton de la Fournaise volcano comes to a halt in Saint-Philippe, on the French Indian ocean island of Reunion, on April 2, 2026. (Photo by Richard BOUHET / AFP)

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Japan Volcano Erupts Sending Plumes of Ash 3.4 Km High

A volcano in southern Japan has erupted for the second time in four months, sending huge plumes of ash billowing kilometers into the sky, the weather agency…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 13/04 - 11:20

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AI Will Disobey Humans to ‘Protect their Own Kind’

Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots are willing to lie, cheat and steal to “protect their own kind,” according to a new experiment. Researchers at UC…

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