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FILED - 11 September 2024, Egypt, Cairo: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi speaks during a press conference with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier after their meeting at Ittihadiya Palace. Photo: Bernd von Jutrczenka/dpa

Egypt's Sisi Meets With Iran's Foreign Minister

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Thursday, Egypt's presidency said in a statement. The meeting…

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A house hit by an Israeli strike lies in ruins, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Gaza City October 16, 2024. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas

UN Agency: Gaza Unemployment Surges to 80% as Economy Collapses

Unemployment in Gaza has soared to nearly 80% since the Israel-Hamas war erupted, with the devastated enclave's economy in almost total collapse, the…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/10 - 09:16

Hezbollah Says Israel Hasn’t Captured Any Villages in Southern Lebanon

Smoke rises from Odeisseh in southern Lebanon, as seen from northern Israel, 17 October 2024. EPA/ATEF SAFADI

Hezbollah Says Israel Hasn’t Captured Any Villages in Southern Lebanon

A Hezbollah lawmaker said on Thursday the Israeli military had not so far captured any villages in southern Lebanon. "They thought that by assassinating our…

Asharq Al Awsat (Beirut) since 1 hour

Netanyahu: ‘State-of-the-Art’ Russian Weapons Found in Lebanon Thursday 17/10 - 04:26
Italy: UNIFIL Has Vital Role, Mission Must be Strengthened since 3 hours
German Warship Shot Down Drone Off Lebanon, Defense Ministry Says since 3 hours

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This picture shows projectiles being intercepted by Israel near the northern city of Baqa al-Gharbiya on October 1, 2024. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP)

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Iranian Commander Repeats Threats to Israel

The chief of Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard threatened Israel on Thursday with more missile barrages if it strikes Iran. “Do not repeat your mistake —…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/10 - 08:44

Jordanian King Abdullah II on Wednesday welcomes Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Amman (Petra)

Abdullah II to Araghchi: Jordan Will Not be Battleground for Regional Conflicts

Jordanian King Abdullah II on Wednesday affirmed during his meeting in Amman with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi that his country will not be a…

Mohammed Khair al-Rawashdeh (Amman) Thursday 17/10 - 08:17

UN Report: 1.1 Billion People in Acute Poverty

A woman sweeps the veranda at the Grande Hotel in Beira, Mozambique on October 12, 2024. (Photo by Zinyange Auntony / AFP)

US Long-Range B-2 Stealth Bombers Target Underground Bunkers of Yemen's Houthis

The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Laboon sails in the Red Sea on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue)

Israeli Strike Wounds 2 Civilians in Syria

People fleeing Israeli bombardment in Lebanon walk across a crater caused by an Israeli strike, in the area of Masnaa on the Lebanese side of the border crossing with Syria, on October 15, 2024. Syrian state media said Israeli jets also targeted Latakia province early Thursday. (AFP)

Egypt's Sisi Replaces Head of General Intelligence Agency

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the swearing-in ceremony of the country’s new chief of intelligence Hassan Mahmoud Rashad. Photo: Office of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi

Taiwan Says China Tested Two Missiles During War Games

A Chinese flag flutters in the wind at a beach on Pingtan island, the closest point in China to Taiwan’s main island, in China’s Southeast Fujian province on October 15, 2024. (AFP)

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Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman led the Saudi delegation at the EU-GCC summit, underscoring Riyadh’s commitment to strengthening its international partnerships (SPA)

EU, GCC Push to Strengthen Relations, Enhance Cooperation

A group photo of participants at the Jeddah meeting, which approved the membership of 10 countries (Ministry of Environment)

‘Middle East Green Initiative’ Aims to Launch Projects in Multiple Countries by 2025

Lebanon’s Environment Minister Nasser Yassin, Coordinator of the National Disaster and Crisis Response Committee, oversees the delivery of aid at the “High Relief Commission” warehouse in Lebanon (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Lebanon’s Relief Commission Warehouses Filled with Saudi Aid for Distribution

European Council President Charles Michel, French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud stand as they pose for a family photo during the joint European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit, in Brussels, Belgium October 16, 2024. REUTERS/Johanna Geron

Gulf-EU Summit Calls for ‘Immediate Ceasefire’ in Gaza, Lebanon

A man crouches, as Palestinians inspect the damage at the site of an Israeli strike on a tent camp sheltering displaced people, amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, in Al-Mawasi area in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, October 15, 2024. REUTERS/Hatem Khaled

Gaza Family Mourns Children Killed in Israeli Strikes amid UN Polio Campaign

Riyadh to Host 27th Edition of World Energy Congress in October 2026

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This aid aims to assist the Lebanese people during the ongoing crisis. SPA

Saudi Arabia Sends Fifth Relief Plane to Lebanon

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 17/10 - 08:50

EU, GCC Push to Strengthen Relations, Enhance Cooperation

Gulf-EU Summit Calls for ‘Immediate Ceasefire’ in Gaza, Lebanon

Gulf, EU Leaders Meet for First Summit against Background of Mideast Turmoil

European Council President Charles Michel, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud pose during an official welcome ceremony on the day of the joint European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit, in Brussels Belgium October 16, 2024. (Reuters)

Fourth Saudi Relief Aid Plane for Lebanese People Arrives in Beirut

The aid is in keeping with Saudi Arabia's historic role in supporting the brotherly Lebanese people in times of crisis. (SPA)

Qatar Considers Shura Council Appointments Instead of Elections

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. (QNA)

Arab World

Hezbollah Says Israel Hasn’t Captured Any Villages in Southern Lebanon

Asharq Al Awsat (Beirut) since 1 hour

Palestinian Officials: Israeli Strike on School-turned-shelter in Gaza Killed 15

Displaced Palestinians queue to receive food rations, offered by a charity, in Gaza's Al-Shati refugee camp on October 17, 2024. (Photo by Omar AL-QATTAA / AFP)

Italy: UNIFIL Has Vital Role, Mission Must be Strengthened

17 October 2024, Italy, Rome: Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto briefs the Italian Senate, on the recent attacks against the United Nations Interim Forces in Lebanon (UNIFIL). Photo: Roberto Monaldo/LaPresse via ZUMA Press/dpa

German Warship Shot Down Drone Off Lebanon, Defense Ministry Says

UN peacekeepers (UNIFIL) vehicles are seen parked in Marjayoun, near the border with Israel, in southern Lebanon on August 9, 2024. (Reuters)

Egypt's Sisi Meets With Iran's Foreign Minister

UN Agency: Gaza Unemployment Surges to 80% as Economy Collapses

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File photo: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina speaks at Japan's national press club in Tokyo on May 28, 2014. Yoshikazu Tsuno, AFP

Bangladesh Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina over Deaths of Protesters

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

Germany's Scholz: We Will Help Israel Defend Itself With Weapons

09 October 2024, Saxony, Leipzig: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz speaks during the 35th anniversary of the peaceful revolution in Leipzig, at the Geandhaus. Photo: Sebastian Kahnert/dpa-Pool/dpa

Iranian Commander Repeats Threats to Israel

NKorea Says Revised Constitution Defines SKorea as 'Hostile State' for 1st Time

A South Korean army K-9 self-propelled howitzer moves in Paju, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

UN Report: 1.1 Billion People in Acute Poverty

Taiwan Says China Tested Two Missiles During War Games

Business

People rest in a public park outdoors away from buildings following an earthquake in Malatya, southern Turkey, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. (Burhan Karaduman/Dia Photo via AP)

Türkiye's Central Bank Holds Rate at 50%, Warns on Inflation

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

Gold Hits Record High

Oil Prices Flat as Investors Await US Inventory Data

A pumpjack brings oil to the surface in the Monterey Shale, California, US April 29, 2013. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo

Oman's OQ Exploration and Production Raises $2 Bln in IPO

OQEP is the exploration and production business of Oman's state oil group

‘Middle East Green Initiative’ Aims to Launch Projects in Multiple Countries by 2025

World Bank Again Lowers MENA Growth Forecasts

Rescue workers at a site damaged by an Israeli airstrike in Qana, south Lebanon (Reuters)

Culture

Saudi Heritage Commission Organizes 2nd Edition of Saudi Int’l Handicrafts Week

The event will take place at the Roshn Front in Riyadh from November 23 to 29. SPA

Saudi Heritage Commission Organizes 2nd Edition of Saudi Int’l Handicrafts Week

The Saudi Heritage Commission is organizing the second edition of the Saudi International Handicrafts Week, "Banan," under the patronage of Culture Minister…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 17/10 - 04:12

The pavilion showcases the commission's programs and initiatives designed to advance the publishing and translation industry in the Kingdom. SPA

Saudi Literature, Publishing, Translation Commission Launches Pavilion at Frankfurt Book Fair

The Saudi Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission has officially launched its pavilion at the 2024 Frankfurt Book Fair, which will take place from…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 17/10 - 04:03

A total of 15 works from eight countries have been selected to compete across four categories. WAM

Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center Reveals Shortlists for Sard Al Thahab Award

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has unveiled the shortlists for the second edition of the Sard Al Thahab Award, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported…

Asharq Al Awsat (Abu Dhabi) Thursday 17/10 - 06:55

The MoU was signed by Advisor to the CEO of DGDA Eng. Abdullah Al Ghanim and SASCA General Manager Khalid Al Baz. (SPA)

Diriyah Gate Development Authority, Saudi Society for Culture Partner to Preserve Traditional Crafts

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) and the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts (SASCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost…

Wednesday 16/10 - 17:25

A visitor takes a commemorative photo after buying books by South Korean poet and novelist Han Kang near a special section for her at a bookstore in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. The letters read "Congratulations on Han Kang's the Nobel Prize award." and "Awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in literature." (AP)

South Korea’s Han Sells One Million Books after Nobel Win

More than a million copies of books by Han Kang, the first South Korean to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, have sold locally since the honor was announced,…

Wednesday 16/10 - 11:39

Sports

Past and Present Weighing Heaving on Borussia Dortmund

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FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Bundesliga - Borussia Dortmund v VfL Bochum - Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, Germany - September 27, 2024 Borussia Dortmund coach Nuri Sahin reacts REUTERS/Leon Kuegeler

Past and Present Weighing Heaving on Borussia Dortmund

It’s been more than 10 years since Borussia Dortmund won back-to-back titles in the Bundesliga. There have been minor successes — German Cup wins in 2017 and…

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Sports

Arsenal players celebrate the 3-1 goal during the UEFA Women’s Champions League soccer match between Arsenal and Valerenga in London, Britain, 16 October 2024. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN

Bayern, Man City Win Again in Women's Champions League. Arsenal, Barcelona Rebound from Setbacks

Bayern Munich and Manchester City extended their winning starts in the Women’s Champions League group stage on Wednesday, while Arsenal and Barcelona rebounded…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/10 - 04:50

Sports

Soccer Football - LaLiga - Osasuna v FC Barcelona - El Sadar Stadium, Pamplona, Spain - November 8, 2022 FC Barcelona's Gerard Pique during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Vincent West/File Photo

Too Many Games - Pique Joins Chorus of Discontent at Fixture List

Football's governing bodies should not introduce new competitions and top-flight leagues should reduce the number of teams they have to ease the fixture burden…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 16/10 - 13:19

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Mbappe in action for France last month - AFP

Mbappe's Golden-boy Image Takes A Hit Amid Negative Headlines

Kylian Mbappe is hoping his recent move to Real Madrid will take his already glittering career on the pitch to new heights, but the French superstar has become…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 16/10 - 13:14

Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to shine in Portugal's 0-0 draw against Scotland - AFP

Ronaldo Frustrated as Scotland Hold Portugal

Scotland frustrated Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in a 0-0 draw at Hampden on Tuesday to avoid losing five consecutive competitive games for the first time ever…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 16/10 - 13:09

Varieties

Youngest Female to Climb 14 Tallest Peaks Says Novice Climbers Should be Regulated

Adriana Brownlee, 23, youngest woman to scale all the world's 14 highest peaks, poses for a photograph at the summit of Shishapangma Tibet, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. (AGA Adventures via AP)

Youngest Female to Climb 14 Tallest Peaks Says Novice Climbers Should be Regulated

A British mountaineer who set the record as the youngest female to climb all the 14 tallest mountains in the world said Thursday that inexperienced climbers…

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Waves hit the rocks on the shores of the Pacific Ocean at Rapa Nui national park area managed by the Mau Henua native community at Easter Island, Chile October 1, 2024. REUTERS/Ivan Alvarado

Study: Deep Ocean Marine Heatwaves May be Under-reported

Heatwaves deep in oceans may be "significantly under-reported", highlighting an area of marine warming that has been largely overlooked, a joint study by…

Asharq Al Awsat since 4 hours

Registration will remain open until November 5, with the forum scheduled for December. SPA

Saudi Arabia: International Video Art Forum Receives 67 Artistic Works from 27 Countries

The Organizing Committee of the International Video Art Forum announced on Wednesday that it has received 67 artworks from 27 countries for its sixth edition…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 17/10 - 04:31

The first session of the Ministerial Council of the Middle East Green Initiative was held in Jeddah with the participation of 29 countries and international organizations. (SPA)

1st Ministerial Council of Middle East Green Initiative Adopts Decisions to Launch Implementation

Saudi Arabia reiterated on Wednesday the importance of strengthened regional collaboration to protect the environment and enhance vegetation cover to boost…

Wednesday 16/10 - 17:34

Prada and Axiom Space present the spacesuit (Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit) designed and developed for the Artemis III lunar mission, in Milan, Italy, October 16, 2024. REUTERS/Claudia Greco