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Saudi Crown Prince, Russian President Discuss Regional, Int’l Developments

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held telephone talks on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin on…

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the Cabinet meeting in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)

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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Condemnation of Israel’s Violations of Gaza Ceasefire

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its condemnation of Israel’s violations of the ceasefire in Gaza. The government renewed the stance it made with…

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The Danish Navy ocean patrol vessel F357 Thetis is pictured during a visit of Denmark's Defense Minister at the army contribution in Nuuk, Greenland, on January 31, 2026. (AFP)

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NATO Says ‘Planning Underway’ for New Arctic Mission

NATO said Tuesday that military planning has started for a new mission to bolster security in the Arctic, after US President Donald Trump made protecting the…

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31 December 2025, Iran, Tehran: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian chairs a cabinet meeting in Tehran. Photo: Iranian Presidency/dpa

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Iran's President Seeks 'Fair and Equitable Negotiations' with the United States

Iran's president said Tuesday he instructed the country’s foreign minister to “pursue fair and equitable negotiations” with the United States, the first clear…

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Erdoğan to Asharq Al-Awsat: Our Ties with Saudi Arabia Are Strategic for Regional Peace, Stability, Prosperity

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan meet in Jeddah. (SPA file)

Erdoğan to Asharq Al-Awsat: Our Ties with Saudi Arabia Are Strategic for Regional Peace, Stability, Prosperity

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stressed on Tuesday that his country was prepared to mediate between Iran and the United States to ease tensions between…

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President of Türkiye Arrives in Riyadh Tuesday 03/02 - 12:13

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Ali Shamkhani, advisor to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei (AFP)

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Shamkhani: Iran Does Not Seek Nuclear Weapons

Ali Shamkhani, adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, spoke on the nuclear issue late Monday saying that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons and…

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Smoke and flames rise from a building after an Israeli airstrike in Ain Qana village, in southern Lebanon, 02 February 2026. (EPA)

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Lebanon PM Says Won’t Allow Country to Be Dragged into New Conflict

Lebanon's prime minister said Tuesday he will not allow his country to be dragged into a new conflict, after Hezbollah warned any attack on its Iranian backer…

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Syria Govt Forces Enter Qamishli Under Agreement with Kurds

02 February 2026, Syria, Saran: Syrian internal security forces are preparing near the village of Saran to enter the Kobane region northeast of Aleppo, following an agreement between the SDF and the Syrian government stipulating the entry of a number of Syrian security forces into the cities of Hasakeh, Qamishli, and Kobane to take over government institutions. (dpa)

Sudan Army Breaks Siege on Key Southern City of Kadugli

A volunteer fills water containers at a free distribution point, due to water outages in Khartoum, Sudan, Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Marwan Ali)

Fire Breaks Out at Western Tehran Bazaar

People walk near an anti-US mural on a building in Tehran, Iran, January 31, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

Dozen People Entered Egypt from Gaza on First Day of Rafah Opening

02 February 2026, Palestinian Territories, Khan Yunis: Palestinian patients wait in the grounds of the Red Crescent Hospital to be evacuated from the Gaza Strip via the Rafah border crossing with Egypt for treatment abroad. Photo: Abed Rahim Khatib/dpa

To Counter China, Trump to Create Strategic Reserve for Rare Earth Elements

President Donald Trump announces the creation of a critical minerals reserve during an event in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, 02 February 2026. EPA/BONNIE CASH / POOL

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Saudi Media Minister Salman Al-Dossary visits the Expo 2030 pavilion at the Saudi Media Forum. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia Plans Global Village at Expo Site After 2030

Huda Abu Abed, 56, cries as she is embraced by her sister inside a tent after returning to Gaza through the Rafah crossing, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, February 3, 2026. (Reuters)

Women Returning to Gaza Say Israeli Troops Bound and Interrogated Them After Rafah Crossing

A drone view shows cityscape in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 1, 2025. (Reuters)

Saudi Arabia Sets New Benchmarks in Privatization, Healthcare Innovation, and Venture Capital

The Saudi Crown Prince during his reception of the Secretary General of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council in September (SPA)

Enayati to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Arabia is a Pivotal Partner, Relations Are ‘Shielded’

A man walk past a mural depicting the Statue of Liberty with the torch-bearing arm broken, painted on the outer walls of the former US embassy in Tehran, colloquially-referred to as the "Spy Den,"on February 1, 2026. (AFP)

Report: Iran Fears US Strike May Reignite Protests, Imperil Rule

Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary launches the fifth edition of the Saudi Media Forum 2026 in Riyadh. (SPA)

Media Minister Opens Fifth Saudi Media Forum in Riyadh

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Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Russian President Vladimir Putin. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Crown Prince, Russian President Discuss Regional, Int’l Developments

Tuesday 03/02 - 17:22

Saudi Arabia Reiterates Condemnation of Israel’s Violations of Gaza Ceasefire

Erdoğan to Asharq Al-Awsat: Our Ties with Saudi Arabia Are Strategic for Regional Peace, Stability, Prosperity

President of Türkiye Arrives in Riyadh

28 May 2025, Azerbaijan, Lachin: Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan speaks during Lachin's trilateral summit of Azerbaijani, Turkish and Pakistani leaders. (Turkish Presidency/dpa)

Enayati to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Arabia is a Pivotal Partner, Relations Are ‘Shielded’

Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition Launches ‘Idmaj’ Rehabilitation Initiative in Pakistan

Officials are seen at the launch ceremony in Islamabad on Monday. (IMCTC)

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Women Returning to Gaza Say Israeli Troops Bound and Interrogated Them After Rafah Crossing

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Lebanon PM Says Won’t Allow Country to Be Dragged into New Conflict

Syria Govt Forces Enter Qamishli Under Agreement with Kurds

Sudan Army Breaks Siege on Key Southern City of Kadugli

Dozen People Entered Egypt from Gaza on First Day of Rafah Opening

Paris Calls on 50 Countries to Support Lebanese Army

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam at the Élysée Palace in Paris on January 23 during the latter’s official visit to France (AFP)

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An Iranian Revolutionary Guard vessel watches an American warship in the Strait of Hormuz, May 19, 2023. (AP)

US Tanker Approached by Iranian Gunboats in Strait of Hormuz

Tuesday 03/02 - 17:25

NATO Says ‘Planning Underway’ for New Arctic Mission

WHO Appeals for $1 Bn for World’s Worst Health Crises in 2026

Displaced Palestinian children gather at a tent camp in Gaza City, February 3, 2026. (Reuters)

Moscow: Russian Soldiers Helped to Repel Niger Airport Attack

A drone picture shows the main street of a suburb following the attack on the international airport in Niamey, Niger January 30, 2026. REUTERS/ Mahamadou Hamidou

Shamkhani: Iran Does Not Seek Nuclear Weapons

Almost 140 Foreigners Arrested in Central Iran over Protests

Iranians walk in a street in Tehran, Iran, 02 February 2026. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

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Saudi Arabia Plans Global Village at Expo Site After 2030

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Kuwait: KPC to Invite Int’l Oil Companies to Help Develop Offshore Oil and Gas

People cast their fishing rods on a pier in Kuwait City on January 31, 2026. (Photo by YASSER AL-ZAYYAT / AFP)

Retail Leaders Forum: Consumer Spending in the Gulf Expected to Grow by 5% in 2026

Senior Economist at the Mastercard Economics Institute, Khatija Haque, speaks at the forum (Middle East)

Saudi Arabia Sets New Benchmarks in Privatization, Healthcare Innovation, and Venture Capital

Saudi Aramco Announces Completion of $4 Billion Bond Issuance

The Aramco tower in Riyadh, which is located within the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). AFP

Türkiye Monthly Inflation Jumps to 4.84% in January, Exceeds Forecast

People walk past the counter of a traditional Turkish bagel "simit" street vendor, Eminönü, Istanbul, Türkiye, Dec. 27, 2025. (AFP)

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Saudi Arabia's Ithra Launches iRead Marathon with Participation from 13 Arab Countries

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The fifth annual iRead Marathon is taking place from February 5 to 7. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia's Ithra Launches iRead Marathon with Participation from 13 Arab Countries

Saudi Arabia's King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) announced the launch of the fifth annual iRead Marathon, in collaboration with the Arab…

Tuesday 03/02 - 09:20

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02 February 2026, Italy, Rome: First day of paid admission to the Trevi Fountain basin for tourists and non-residents of Rome. (dpa)

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Trevi Fountain Fee Takes Effect as Rome Seeks to Manage Tourist Crowds

Tourists hoping to get close to the Trevi Fountain had to pay 2 euros ($2.35) starting Monday as the city of Rome inaugurated a new fee structure to help raise…

Tuesday 03/02 - 06:43

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The program featured interactive workshops for children - SPA

Culture

Red Sea Museum Strengthens Community Connection to Cultural Heritage through Enriching Knowledge Experiences

As part of its cultural program, the Red Sea Museum presented a series of high-quality activities. These included art workshops, cultural dialogues,…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 02/02 - 16:11

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The exhibition serves as a cultural window into the unique character of the Farasan Islands - SPA

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Farasan Islands Showcase Cultural Heritage at Jazan Festival

The Farasan Islands, renowned for their rich cultural and human heritage, are prominently featured in a dedicated section at the Cultural Street during Jazan…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 02/02 - 13:23

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Culture Ministry, ALIPH Foundation Partner on Regional Headquarters in Riyadh

The Saudi Ministry of Culture and the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage (ALIPH) have signed an agreement establishing ALIPH’s first…

Asharq Al Awsat Monday 02/02 - 13:17

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Kremlin Welcomes FIFA Boss Infantino's Comment on Lifting Russia Ban

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FILED - 13 July 2025, US, East Rutherford: FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the DAZN pre-match interview ahead of the Club World Cup final soccer match between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain at Metlife Stadium. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa

Kremlin Welcomes FIFA Boss Infantino's Comment on Lifting Russia Ban

The Kremlin on Tuesday welcomed FIFA president Gianni Infantino's comments on ending a ban on Moscow from international competitions over its Ukraine campaign,…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 03/02 - 11:22

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Al-Ittihad's Karim Benzema celebrates at the end of the Soccer Club World Cup first round soccer match between Al-Ittihad and Auckland City FC at King Abdullah Sports City stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 12, 2023. (AP)

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Benzema Moves to Al-Hilal Following Al-Ittihad Departure

Karim Benzema has joined Al-Hilal, the Saudi Pro League leaders announced on Monday, following the termination of his contract with Al-Ittihad. Local media…

Tuesday 03/02 - 08:05

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Livigno, Italy - February 2, 2026 General view of the Olympic rings ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. (Reuters)

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Winter Olympics to Showcase Italian Venues and Global Tensions

The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open on Friday as the Games return to their traditional heartland of the European Alps for the first time in 20 years,…

Tuesday 03/02 - 07:00

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Elina Svitolina of Ukraine in action during the women’s semi-final against Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus on day 12 of the 2026 Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne, Australia, 29 January 2026. (EPA)

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Bencic, Svitolina Make History as Mothers Inside Tennis Top 10

Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina have made history as the first mothers ranked inside the WTA Tour's top 10 at the same time, with the governing body hailing…

Tuesday 03/02 - 06:48

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Football - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - February 1, 2026 Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero reacts after Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo scored their second goal. (Reuters)

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Romero Criticizes Tottenham’s ‘Disgraceful’ Squad Shortage

Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero said it was "disgraceful" that only 11 fit players were available during their 2-2 Premier League draw against…

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Four Out of Every 10 Cancer Cases Are Preventable, Says WHO

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Visitors walk past a sculpture of a pink ribbon installed to promote the "Pink Ribbon" breast cancer awareness campaign in this illustration, October 5, 2011. (Reuters)

Four Out of Every 10 Cancer Cases Are Preventable, Says WHO

Nearly four out of every 10 cancer cases could be prevented if people avoided a range of risk factors including smoking, drinking, air pollution and certain…

Tuesday 03/02 - 17:17

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FILE PHOTO: Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Kick, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, Reddit, Threads and X applications are displayed on a mobile phone ahead of new law banning social media for users under 16 in Australia, in this picture illustration taken on December 9, 2025. REUTERS/Hollie Adams/Illustration/File Photo

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Spain to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under 16

Spain will ban access to social media for minors under 16 and platforms will be required to implement &zwnj;age verification &zwnj;systems, Prime &zwnj…

Asharq Al Awsat Tuesday 03/02 - 09:39

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Officials are seen at the fifth Saudi Media Forum in Riyadh on Monday. (SPA)

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Saudi Media Ministry and SDAIA Launch Key Initiatives at Saudi Media Forum

The Saudi Ministry of Media, in partnership with the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), launched on Monday two key initiatives at the fifth Saudi Media Forum…

Tuesday 03/02 - 09:12

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A car is smashed due to storm Kristin, in Leiria, Portugal, February 2, 2026. (Reuters)

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Spain, Portugal on Alert as Storm Arrives

The Iberian Peninsula on Tuesday braced for a violent storm, with southern Spain shutting schools and Portugal placed on fresh alert after severe weather…

Tuesday 03/02 - 17:12

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From next year, cars sold in China will need to have door handles with mechanical releases following safety concerns with aerodynamic doors. Hector RETAMAL / AFP/File

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China to Ban Hidden Car Door Handles, Setting New Safety Standards

China will ban hidden door handles on cars from next year over safety concerns, phasing out the minimalist design popularized by Tesla. The new rules could…

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