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Israel Says it Killed Senior Hamas Leader in Gaza Airstrike 3 Months Ago

The Israeli military said Thursday that it killed a senior Hamas leader in an airstrike in the Gaza Strip around three months ago. It said that a strike on…

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Members of Iran's Revolutionary Guards march during a parade to commemorate the anniversary of the Iran-Iraq war (1980-88), in Tehran September 22, 2010. REUTERS/Morteza Nikoubazl/File Photo

Iran Revolutionary Guards Consultant Dies of Injuries in Israeli Strike on Damascus

A consultant working for Iran's Revolutionary Guards has died from injuries sustained in an Israeli air attack on the Syrian capital Damascus on Monday, Iran's…

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Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani (Photo by Karim JAAFAR / AFP)

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Qatar’s Emir: No Peace in Region Without Establishing a Palestinian State

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani said on Thursday the crisis in the Middle East is a "collective genocide," and that establishing a Palestinian…

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

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A pumpjack extracts oil in the Inglewood Oil Field in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer)

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Oil Rises on Prospects of Wider Middle East War, Firmer Global Supply Caps Gains

Oil prices rose on Thursday as the prospect of a widening Middle East conflict that could disrupt crude oil flows from the key exporting region overshadowed a…

Asharq Al Awsat Thursday 03/10 - 05:48

Lebanese FM: Nasrallah Agreed to Temporary Ceasefire Days Before Assassination

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A Hezbollah supporter holds a placard with Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah next to the rubble of a completely destroyed building in Dahiyeh, a southern suburb controlled by Hezbollah, Beirut, Lebanon, 02 October 2024. EPA/JOAO RELVAS

Lebanese FM: Nasrallah Agreed to Temporary Ceasefire Days Before Assassination

Caretaker Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib has said that Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah had agreed to a 21-day ceasefire just days before he was…

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Israeli Strike in Beirut Kills 7 Health, Rescue Workers since 2 hours
Israel Says Eight Soldiers Killed in Clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon Wednesday 02/10 - 17:16

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Former President and Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks at a press conference in the Discovery Center on October 1, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Jim Vondruska/Getty Images/AFP

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Prosecutors Lay Out New Evidence in Trump Election Case, Accuse Him of Having 'Resorted to Crimes'

Donald Trump laid the groundwork to try to overturn the 2020 election even before he lost, knowingly pushed false claims of voter fraud and “resorted to crimes…

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Sudani chairs a military meeting in Baghdad. (Government media)

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Iraq Initiates Contacts with Western Countries to Prevent Potential Israeli Strike

The Iraqi government is making significant efforts to shield the country from the effects of the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. Sources revealed…

Fadhel al-Nashmi (Baghdad) since 3 hours

Hassan Nasrallah's Son-In-Law Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Damascus

People stand near the targeted building in the Mezzeh neighborhood in Damascus (EPA)

Mikati Calls for Implementing UNSCR 1701, Deploying Lebanese Army in the South

Prime Minister Najib Mikati (The office of the Prime Minister)

GCC Counties Stress Support for the Lebanese People

The GCC Ministerial Council in Doha. Photo: GCC

What are Countries Doing to Get Nationals Out of Lebanon?

Passengers disembark a Bulgarian government evacuation flight from Lebanon. Nikolay Doychinov, AFP

Satellite Images Appear to Show Damage to Israeli Air Base after Iran’s Attack

TOPSHOT - People stand on top of the remains of an Iranian missile in the Negev desert near Arad, on October 2, 2024, in the aftermath of an Iranian missile attack on Israel. (Photo by Menahem KAHANA / AFP)

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Saudi Government Considers Establishing Comprehensive Economic Platform for Business Sector

Saudi Arabia establishes principles for combating desertification and drought (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Leads Global Efforts Against Desertification at COP16

Over ten days, the book fair events will adorn the Saudi capital (Literature Commission)

Alwan: Riyadh Int’l Book Fair is a Cultural Icon, Top Arab Book Seller

The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)

Global Cybersecurity Forum 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh

The torch traveled to various regions of the Kingdom and was celebrated in at least 17 cities. SPA

Saudi Games Torch Returns to Riyadh After Month-Long Journey Across the Kingdom

Search and rescue team members try to find victims following an overnight raid by the Israel army on the Palestinian camp of Ain el-Hilweh, in Sidon, Lebanon, 01 October 2024. (EPA)

Lebanese Emergency Services Are Overwhelmed and Need Better Gear to Save Lives in Wartime

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Qatar’s Emir: No Peace in Region Without Establishing a Palestinian State

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

Global Cybersecurity Forum 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia Calls for Halting Violations Committed Against Palestinians

Head of the Human Rights Section at the Saudi Arabia Mission to the United Nations in Geneva Asya Baakdah. Photo: Saudi Mission

Yemeni Premier Holds Military, Relief Meetings in Riyadh

Dr. Ahmed bin Mubarak met with Lt. Gen. Fahd Al-Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday (Alliance to Support Legitimacy in Yemen)

GCC Counties Stress Support for the Lebanese People

Saudi FM Holds Talks with French Special Envoy to Lebanon

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah receives the French President's Special Envoy to Lebanon Jean-Yves Le Drian in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)

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Israeli soldiers take cover during a missile attack next to the border with Gaza, near Sderot, southern Israel, 09 October 2023 (reissued 02 October 2024). EPA/ATEF SAFADI

Israel Says it Killed Senior Hamas Leader in Gaza Airstrike 3 Months Ago

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

EU Announces Extra 30 Mln Euros Humanitarian Aid for Lebanon

A woman walks past damaged buildings and debris in the aftermath of a strike, amid ongoing hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, in Beirut’s southern suburbs, Lebanon October 3, 2024. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir

Iraq Initiates Contacts with Western Countries to Prevent Potential Israeli Strike

Lebanese FM: Nasrallah Agreed to Temporary Ceasefire Days Before Assassination

Hassan Nasrallah's Son-In-Law Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Damascus

Mikati Calls for Implementing UNSCR 1701, Deploying Lebanese Army in the South

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FILE PHOTO: Security personnel stand during investigation of two blasts near the Israeli embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark, October 2, 2024. Emil Nicolai Helms/Ritzau Scanpix/via REUTERS

Swedish Teens Charged over Blasts Near Israel's Copenhagen Embassy

Asharq Al Awsat since 6 minutes

At Least 60 Dead in Nigeria Boat Accident

Nigerian Police officers deploy ahead of an anti government demonstration in Lagos, on October 1, 2024. (Photo by Olympia DE MAISMONT / AFP)

Israel Plans to Hit ‘Strategic Target’ in Iran

A man takes a picture of a car that was damaged in the area where a projectile landed after Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel, in Tel Aviv, Israel, October 2, 2024. REUTERS/Nir Elias

Prosecutors Lay Out New Evidence in Trump Election Case, Accuse Him of Having 'Resorted to Crimes'

Taiwan Hospital Fire Leaves at Least 8 Dead as Typhoon Batters Island's South

A person maneuvers through strong winds and heavy rain brought on by Typhoon Krathon in Kaohsiung city, Taiwan, 03 October 2024. EPA/RITCHIE B. TONGO

UN Decries Israeli Ban on Guterres Entering the Country

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres listens to the United Nations Security Council meeting, following a ballistic missile attack on Israel, at UN headquarters in New York City, US, October 2, 2024. REUTERS/Stephani Spindel

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Saudi Government Considers Establishing Comprehensive Economic Platform for Business Sector

Bandar al-Mosalam (Riyadh) since 14 seconds

Saudi Arabia Leads Global Efforts Against Desertification at COP16

Oil Rises on Prospects of Wider Middle East War, Firmer Global Supply Caps Gains

OPEC+ Keeps Current Oil Output Policy Unchanged

Saudi Crown Prince: 2025 Budget Underscores Continued Spending on Basic Services

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)

Qatar Wealth Fund to Merge Domestic Fiber Network with Cable Business

Culture

Alwan: Riyadh Int’l Book Fair is a Cultural Icon, Top Arab Book Seller

Culture

Alwan: Riyadh Int’l Book Fair is a Cultural Icon, Top Arab Book Seller

The Riyadh International Book Fair kicked off this year with over 2,000 local, Arab, and international publishers, offering a rich cultural program. The…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh) since 4 hours

Culture

The torch, medals, and victory bouquet of the third edition of the Saudi Games will embody the visual identity of The Year of the Camel initiative. SPA

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Saudi Games 2024 Celebrates 'Year of the Camel'

The organizing committee of the Saudi Games 2024 has announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Culture's "The Year of the Camel" initiative, aiming to…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 03/10 - 06:43

Culture

Riyadh Book Fair Hosts Lecture on Impact of Camels on Arab History, Culture

The Riyadh International Book Fair 2024 held a lecture on the role of camels in Arab history and culture, delivered by Turki bin Al-Ghanami, a member of the…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 03/10 - 05:53

Culture

Saudi Arabia, Qatar Seek to Boost Cultural Cooperation

The Culture, Tourism and Entertainment Committee of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council held on Monday its first meeting at the Riyadh International Book…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Tuesday 01/10 - 11:05

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The conference will bring together researchers and experts in archaeology and cultural heritage from around the world. SPa

Culture

AlUla World Archaeology Conference to Explore Challenges, Future of Nomadic Societies

The Royal Commission for AlUla will host a global archaeology conference addressing the future of archeology and the heritage of nomadic societies on October…

Asharq Al Awsat (AlUla) Tuesday 01/10 - 10:20

Sports

Badosa Ends Zhang's Resurgence at China Open

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Paula Badosa of Spain celebrates after winning the China Open tennis tournament women's singles match against Zhang Shuai of China at the National Tennis Center in Beijing, Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim)

Badosa Ends Zhang's Resurgence at China Open

Zhang Shuai’s drought-busting week came to a shuddering halt as Paula Badosa continued her own resurgence in a 6-1, 7-6 (4) victory to make the China Open…

Asharq Al Awsat since 58 minutes

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Saudi Games Torch Returns to Riyadh After Month-Long Journey Across the Kingdom

The torch of the Saudi Games 2024 has returned to the capital Riyadh, after a 30-day journey across the Kingdom, covering over 3,500 kilometers. The torch is…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) since 4 hours

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An anti-Israel billboard is displayed on a building in Tehran, Iran, October 2, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

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Indian Football Team Refuses to Travel to Iran for Game Because of Security Fears

India’s Mohun Bagan Super Giants has refused to travel to Iran to play Tractor SC in an Asian Champions League Two match scheduled for Wednesday because of the…

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FC Barcelona's President Laporta, goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, and vice President Rafael Yuste hold Barcelona shirt following Szczesny's signing in Barcelona, Spain, October 2, 2024. (FC Barcelona/Handout via Reuters)

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Former Poland Goalkeeper Szczesny Joins Barcelona after Announcing His Retirement in August

Barcelona added former Poland goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny to its squad on Wednesday to help make up for the absence of the injured Marc-André ter Stegen. …

Wednesday 02/10 - 16:30

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Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka applauds the fans following during the UEFA Champions League football match between Arsenal and Paris St Germain (PSG) at the Emirates Stadium in north London on October 1, 2024. (AFP)

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Saka Says This Is Arsenal’s Year after Back-to-Back Premier League Misses

Arsenal can go all the way and end their 21-year wait for a Premier League title this season, winger Bukayo Saka said after his side beat Ligue 1 champions…

Wednesday 02/10 - 10:20

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In Music and Dance, Sudanese Performers Transport Refugee Audiences Back Home

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Sudanese Camirata troupe dancers, who lost some of their relatives during the conflict in Sudan, Hoda Othman, right, and Kamal perform Al Saysaed dance from East Sudan during a rehearsal, in Cairo, Egypt, Tuesday, September 10, 2024. (AP/ Amr Nabil)

In Music and Dance, Sudanese Performers Transport Refugee Audiences Back Home

As the performers took the stage and the traditional drum beat gained momentum, Sudanese refugees sitting in the audience were moved to tears. Hadia Moussa…

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FILE PHOTO: A damaged sign is pictured at the headquarters of UNRWA, following an Israeli raid, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Gaza City, July 12, 2024. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas/File Photo

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Nobel Peace Prize Could Honor UNRWA, ICJ, Guterres

The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA), the International Court of Justice and UN chief Antonio Guterres are among the favorites for this year's…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

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Rescuers and volunteers try to save killer whales stranded at the mouth of the Bolshaya Vorovskaya River at the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk, on the Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia October 2, 2024. Head of the Sobolevsky Municipal District of the Kamchatka Region Andrei Vorovskiy via VK/Handout via REUTERS

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Killer Whales Get Stranded Again in Russia's Far East

A family of killer whales has again become stranded in a silted estuary in Russia's far east just hours after researchers helped the two adults and two calves…

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View of a forest fire with Cotopaxi volcano in the background in Latacunga, Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador, on September 27, 2024. (Photo by Galo Paguay / AFP)

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Philippines' Taal Volcano Erupts

The Philippines' Taal Volcano near the capital region has erupted, the country's seismology agency said on Wednesday. The agency did not immediately provide…

Asharq Al Awsat Wednesday 02/10 - 10:19

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Visitors wait to see the giant pandas Ri Ri and Shin Shin at Ueno Zoo, a day before their return to China, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Tokyo. (AP)

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Japan Records Second-Hottest September

Japan had its second-hottest September since records began with some regions the warmest yet, the weather agency said, in a year likely to become the warmest…

Wednesday 02/10 - 08:58

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