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Weaponization of Food in Gaza Constitutes War Crime, UN Rights Office Says

The UN human rights office said on Tuesday that the "weaponization" of food for civilians in Gaza constitutes a war crime, in its strongest remarks yet on a…

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FILE PHOTO: Smoke rises following an Israeli attack in Tehran, Iran, June 18, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Trump’s Ceasefire Proposal between Israel-Iran

Saudi Arabia welcomed on Tuesday the ceasefire proposal between Israel-Iran forwarded by US President Donald Trump, praising the efforts aimed at de-escalation…

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Palestinians carry the body of a man killed a day earlier while attempting to get aid at a distribution point near the Israeli-controlled Zikim border crossing, during a funeral procession at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City on June 23, 2025. (Photo by Omar AL-QATTAA / AFP)

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Israeli Forces and Drones Fire on Hundreds of Palestinians Waiting for Aid

Israeli forces and drones opened fire toward hundreds of Palestinians waiting for aid trucks in central Gaza early Tuesday, killing at least 25 people,…

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People gather at Mar Elias Church in the Dweila neighborhood of Damascus following the suicide bombing on Sunday, June 22, 2025 (EPA)

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Syrian Interior Ministry Arrests ISIS Cell Responsible for Church Attack

Hours after Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa vowed that those involved in a “heinous” suicide attack on a Damascus church a day earlier would face justice,…

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Trump Ceasefire Plan Falters as Israel Says Iran Launched More Missiles

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Israeli security forces inspect the site struck by an Iranian missile strike that killed several people, in Beersheba, Israel, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Leo Correa)

Trump Ceasefire Plan Falters as Israel Says Iran Launched More Missiles

Israel and Iran on Tuesday accepted a ceasefire plan proposed by President Donald Trump to end their 12-day war that roiled the Middle East, after Tehran…

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Netanyahu Says Israel Has Achieved War Goals against Iran since 2 hours

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FILED - 27 August 2024, Sudan, Omdurman: Young people walk along a street marked by destruction as a bloody power struggle in Sudan. Photo: Mudathir Hameed/dpa

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Over 40 People, Including Children, Killed in Sudan Hospital Attack

Over 40 people, including children and health care workers, were killed in an attack on a hospital in Sudan at the weekend, the head of the World Health…

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President Donald Trump meets with members of the Juventus soccer club in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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NATO Summit Seeks to Keep Trump Happy -- and Alliance United

NATO leaders will seek to lock in US President Donald Trump's commitment to their alliance with a summit pledge to boost defense spending, as they gather…

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Israel-Iran War Accelerates Departure of Tourists from Lebanon

A billboard on the road to Beirut International Airport promoting tourism in Lebanon (AP).

Qatari Prime Minister Secured Iran's Agreement to US Ceasefire Proposal after Call with Trump, Official Says

Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani speaks at the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha on May 20, 2025. (Photo by Karim JAAFAR / AFP)

Crown Prince Holds Phone Call with Emir of Qatar

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia

Iran Launches Missile Attack on US Base in Qatar

Traces are seen in the sky after Iran's armed forces say they targeted The Al-Udeid base in a missile attack, as seen from Doha, Qatar, June 23, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer

Starmer and Zelenskiy Meet in London, Agree Military Production Project

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (C-L) and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (C-R) meet with soldiers from the Operation Interflex at Downing Street, London, Britain, 23 June 2025. EPA/JASON ALDEN / POOL

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Acting President of Mawani Mazen Al-Turki (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia Signs New Port Contracts Worth Over $586 Million

Saudi flags along a street in the capital, Riyadh (Reuters)

Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil Industrial Sector Grows 5.3% in 2024

Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund Launches First Global Commercial Paper Program

A man walks carrying shopping bags in a local market in downtown Riyadh (AFP).

World Bank Warns of Long-Term Fallout from Regional Conflict

An aerial view of Haifa Port in northern Israel before the onset of military tensions with Iran (Reuters).

Iran-Israel Tensions Threaten Global Trade, Energy Security

Hezbollah Reiterates Its Refusal to Enter the War

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Interceptor missiles are fired, after Iran's armed forces say they targeted the Al-Udeid base in a missile attack, as seen from Doha, Qatar, June 23, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer

Arab Solidarity with Qatar After Iranian Missile Strike

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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Trump’s Ceasefire Proposal between Israel-Iran

Qatari Prime Minister Secured Iran's Agreement to US Ceasefire Proposal after Call with Trump, Official Says

Crown Prince Holds Phone Call with Emir of Qatar

Muslim World League Condemns Iranian Aggression Against Qatar

Iran Launches Missile Attack on US Base in Qatar

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A tent camp for displaced Palestinians stretches among the ruins of buildings destroyed by Israeli bombardments in west of Gaza City, Saturday, June 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)

Weaponization of Food in Gaza Constitutes War Crime, UN Rights Office Says

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Israeli Forces and Drones Fire on Hundreds of Palestinians Waiting for Aid

Syrian Interior Ministry Arrests ISIS Cell Responsible for Church Attack

Over 40 People, Including Children, Killed in Sudan Hospital Attack

Israel-Iran War Accelerates Departure of Tourists from Lebanon

Arab Parliament, Arab League Chief Condemn Iranian Attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit

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This grab taken from UGC images posted on social media on June 23, 2025 shows a plume of smoke billowing after Israeli strikes in Tehran. (Photo by UGC / AFP)

Strike on Iran Prison Represents Breach of International Law, UN Rights Office Says

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IAEA Demands Access to Iran’s Nuclear Facilities

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi speaks during a press conference on the opening day of his agency's quarterly Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, Austria, March 3, 2025. (Reuters)

Netanyahu Says Israel Has Achieved War Goals against Iran

This image grab from a video released by the Israeli Government Press Office (GPO) shows Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announcing the launch of a targeted military operation against Iran in a video statement on June 13, 2025. (Photo by GPO / AFP)

NATO Summit Seeks to Keep Trump Happy -- and Alliance United

Russian Drone Attacks Kill Three in Northeast Ukraine

23 June 2025, Ukraine, Kyiv: Rescue workers move a dead body from a destroyed residential building following a Russian air strike. Photo: Aleksandr Gusev/SOPA Images via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Trump Ceasefire Plan Falters as Israel Says Iran Launched More Missiles

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Saudi Arabia Signs New Port Contracts Worth Over $586 Million

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Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil Industrial Sector Grows 5.3% in 2024

Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund Launches First Global Commercial Paper Program

Gold at Near 2-week Low after Trump Announces Israel-Iran Ceasefire

A goldsmith displays gold ornaments during a gold trade at Hua Seng Heng gold shop in Bangkok, Thailand, 23 June 2025. EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT

Oil Falls Nearly 4% as Iran's Retaliation Focuses on Regional US Military Bases

FILE PHOTO: A meter shows the gas pressure in pipelines at oil and gas group MOL's gas transmission subsidiary in Vecses January 2, 2009. REUTERS/Karoly Arvai (HUNGARY)/File Photo

Escalating Hormuz Tensions Drive Up Middle East War Risk Insurance Costs

A container ship sails on the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, 23 June 2025. EPA/ALI HAIDER

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Najran Cultural House Organizes Event Marking World Camel Day

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Several camel owners from the region took part in the event, introducing the various types of camels, their characteristics, and products such as camel milk. - SPA

Najran Cultural House Organizes Event Marking World Camel Day

Najran Cultural House organized an event to celebrate World Camel Day, observed annually on June 22. The event aimed to highlight the historical and…

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The sites collectively reflect the richness and diversity of architectural heritage across the Kingdom

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Nearly 6,000 New Sites Registered in Saudi National Register of Architectural Heritage

The Saudi Heritage Commission announced on Sunday the registration of 5,969 new architectural heritage sites in the National Register of Architectural Heritage…

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The lineup includes artistic and musical performances, circus festivals, magic shows, and varied recreational and cultural activities. SPA

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Saudi Arabia’s Al-Baha Prepares for Cultural Events

Al-Baha Region is gearing up for an exceptional summer season under the slogan 'Color Your Summer,' featuring over 500 diverse events across 80 fully equipped…

Asharq Al Awsat (Al-Baha) Sunday 22/06 - 10:50

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Performers and musicians take part in Giacomo Puccini's "Turandot" dress rehearsal by the Greek National Opera at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus during the 70th Athens Epidaurus Festival in Athens, Greece, Friday, May 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)

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Athens' Ancient Theater Hosts Final Festival Season Before Closing for 3-year Restoration

For visitors to Athens, the ancient Odeon of Herod Atticus is the must-see theater at the foot of the Acropolis. Artists revere it for the majestic stage where…

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Saudi Culture Ministry Launches 5th Edition of National Cultural Awards

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has launched the fifth edition of the National Cultural Awards, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to recognizing and honoring…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 19/06 - 16:52

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Osaka Earns First Grass Win of the Season with Victory over Qualifier Danilovic

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Japan's Naomi Osaka returns the ball to Russia's Ludmilla Samsonova during the Berlin WTA tennis tournament in Berlin, Germany, Tuesday, June 17, 2025. (Andreas Gora/dpa via AP)

Osaka Earns First Grass Win of the Season with Victory over Qualifier Danilovic

Four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka fired 16 aces past Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic to earn a 7-6(6) 7-6(4) victory at the Bad Homburg Open on Monday…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 18:14

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Soccer Football - FIFA Club World Cup - Inter Miami CF Training - Inter Miami CF Training Centre, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US - June 22, 2025 Inter Miami CF's Marcelo Weigandt, Maximiliano Falcon and Lionel Messi during training REUTERS/Hannah Mckay

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On Brink of Making History, Inter Miami to Go all in Against Palmeiras

Inter Miami have no intention to play for a draw when they face Palmeiras in their final Group A game at the Club World Cup on Sunday, a result that would send…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 15:45

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Saudi Arabia moved up to four points, placing second in the group behind the United State - SPA

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Saudi Arabia Advances to Gold Cup Quarter-Finals After Draw with Trinidad, Tobago

The Saudi national football team qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup after a 1-1 draw against Trinidad and Tobago in the match held…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 15:11

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Carlos Alcaraz of Spain celebrates with his trophy after winning against Jiri Lehecka of Czechia during their final match at the Queen's Club Championships tennis tournament in London, Britain, 22 June 2025. EPA/ANDY RAIN

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Alcaraz Crowned King of Queen's for Second Time

Carlos Alcaraz clinched his second Queen's Club title as the world number two warmed up for Wimbledon with a 7-5, 6-7 (5/7), 6-2 win against Jiri Lehecka in…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 22/06 - 17:35

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MotoGP - Italian Grand Prix - Mugello Circuit, Scarperia e San Piero, Italy - June 22, 2025 BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP's Alex Marquez, Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez and Ducati Lenovo Team's Francesco Bagnaia in action during the race REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini

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Marc Marquez Wins Italian Grand Prix to Delight Ducati Fans on Home Soil

Ducati's Marc Marquez won the Italian Grand Prix after a dogfight for podium places at the Mugello Circuit on Sunday, taking the chequered flag ahead of his…

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Firefighters Battle a Wildfire Burning Out of Control on the Greek Island of Chios

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A firefighting helicopter during firefighting operations on Chios Island, Greece, 24 June 2025. EPA/KOSTAS KOURGIAS

Firefighters Battle a Wildfire Burning Out of Control on the Greek Island of Chios

Hundreds of firefighters backed up by aircraft were battling a wildfire burning out of control for the third day on the eastern Aegean island of Chios Tuesday,…

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This handout frame grab taken from video footage provided by whale rescue group Organization for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans in Australia (ORRCA) on June 9, 2025 shows a distressed humpback whale tangled in a rope swimming south of Sydney Harbour. (Photo by Handout and Clay Sweetman / ORRCA / AFP)

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Killer Whales Spotted Grooming Each Other with Seaweed

Killer whales have been caught on video breaking off pieces of seaweed to rub and groom each other, scientists announced Monday, in what they said is the first…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 17:28

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The club has implemented a comprehensive scientific strategy to enhance biodiversity - SPA

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Saudi Falcons Club Raises Endangered Wakri Falcon Count to 14 Through Hadad Program

The Saudi Falcons Club has achieved a major environmental milestone by raising the number of endangered Lanner Falcon (Falco biarmicus) breeding pairs, known…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 15:55

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This image provided by the NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory shows another small section of the observatory's total view of the Virgo cluster. (NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory via AP)

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The Largest Digital Camera Ever Built Has Released its 1st Glamour Shots of the Universe

The largest digital camera ever built released its first glamour shots of the universe Monday — including colorful nebulas, stars and galaxies. The Vera C…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 15:22

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Canadair planes and firefighting helicopters in action during firefighting operations on Chios Island, Greece, 23 June 2025. EPA/KOSTAS KOURGIAS

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Greece to Reinforce Firefighting Teams on Chios as Wildfires Rage for Second day

Greece will send more than 170 more firefighters on Monday to reinforce teams battling wildfires on the Greek island of Chios for a second day, as winds…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 23/06 - 11:55

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