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Permanent Observer for the State of Palestine to the United Nations, Riyad Mansour speaks during a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza, at UN headquarters in New York City, US, October 16, 2024. (Reuters)

Palestinian UN Ambassador Says Security Council Must Demand Ceasefire in Gaza

Arab nations and the Palestinians are pushing for a UN Security Council resolution that demands an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Asked to respond to Israel…

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Strike Launched toward Israeli Prime Minister’s House

Israeli security forces secure a road near where Israel's government says a drone launched toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's house in Caesarea, Israel Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. (AP)

Strike Launched toward Israeli Prime Minister’s House

Israel’s government said a drone was launched toward the prime minister’s house Saturday, with no casualties. Sirens wailed Saturday morning in Israel,…

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Two Killed in Israeli Strike North of Lebanon’s Capital since 2 hours
Israeli Strikes Kill 33 People in Jabalia Refugee Camp in Gaza since 4 hours
Geagea to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Reject the Return of Hezbollah’s Mini-state Friday 18/10 - 10:21

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Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. (Reuters)

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Khamenei: Hamas Leader's Death Will Not Halt Axis Of Resistance

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said on Saturday the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar will not halt the "Axis of Resistance" and that Hamas would live on…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

Communication equipment inside a Hezbollah tunnel uncovered by the Israeli army in 2019 (AFP)

Israel Unearths Hezbollah's Web of Tunnels in Southern Lebanon

Israeli forces have spent much of the past year destroying Hamas’ vast underground network in Gaza. They are now focused on dismantling tunnels and other…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 19/10 - 05:33

Israel Calls up New Brigade to Lebanon Front

Smoke billows from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted the southern Lebanese village of Kfarkila near the border with Israel on October 19, 2024, amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah. (AFP)

Harris, Trump Barnstorm Michigan, Spar over Who Has Stamina

Republican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump speaks on stage during a rally at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan, US October 18, 2024. (Reuters)

Araqchi: Anyone Who Knows How and When Israel Will Attack Iran Should Be Held Accountable

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi speaks as he meets with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein, in Baghdad, Iraq October 13, 2024. (Reuters)

Australia Provided Support for US Airstrikes on Houthis

Houthi footage shows the moment of attacking the sunken Greek ship “M/V Tutor” in the Red Sea (Reuters)

UN Expert: Freedom of Expression Threatened More Seriously in Gaza Than in Any Recent Conflict

A student holds their hat decorated with statements on their graduation outfit in support of journalism colleagues on the day of a graduation ceremony at Columbia University Journalism School, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, in New York City, US, May 15, 2024. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs

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Real Madrid won the fourth edition of the Spanish Super Cup in Riyadh earlier this year. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia to Host Spanish Super Cup for 5th Time

Palestinian children queue to receive food cooked by a charity kitchen, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, October 16, 2024. (Reuters)

UN Investigator Says Israel Still Conducting ‘Starvation Campaign’ in Gaza

Palestinians rest under the rubble of their destroyed house, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, October 10, 2024. (Reuters)

UN Housing Expert Says Gaza Has Experienced an 'Unprecedented Rain of Destruction'

People fleeing Israeli bombings in Lebanon wait to cross the border with Syria through the Masnaa crossing is eastern Lebanon - AFP

Israel Strikes Near Lebanon Border Choke off Syria Lifeline

'Gaza is the real-world embodiment of hell on Earth for its one million children,' said Elder - AFP

UN: Gaza 'Hell on Earth' for One Million Children

A group photo of Arab environment ministers following the Jeddah meeting (Ministry of Environment)

Riyadh Named Arab Environment Capital

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The aircraft is carrying essential supplies, including food, medical aid, and shelter material. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Sends Seventh Relief Plane to Lebanon

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Saudi Leadership Congratulates President of Azerbaijan on Restoration of Independence Day

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Sends 6th Relief Plane to Lebanon

A sixth Saudi relief plane, carrying food, medical supplies, and shelter aid, arrived in Beirut from Riyadh. SPA

Blinken Discusses Mideast Conflict with Saudi, Qatari Counterparts

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivers a statement on Russian intelligence operations at the US State Department on September 13, 2024 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images/AFP

Saudi Arabia Sends Fifth Relief Plane to Lebanon

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

EU, GCC Push to Strengthen Relations, Enhance Cooperation

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

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An ambulance takes wounded to a hospital in Beirut. (AFP)

Two Killed in Israeli Strike North of Lebanon’s Capital

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Strike Launched toward Israeli Prime Minister’s House

Palestinian UN Ambassador Says Security Council Must Demand Ceasefire in Gaza

UN Investigator Says Israel Still Conducting ‘Starvation Campaign’ in Gaza

UN Housing Expert Says Gaza Has Experienced an 'Unprecedented Rain of Destruction'

Israel Calls up New Brigade to Lebanon Front

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French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot shake hand with Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha in central Kyiv, Ukraine, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. (AP)

France Warns That North Korean Troops Fighting in Ukraine Would Be an Escalation

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China’s Xi Urges Missile Troops to Boost Deterrence, Combat Capabilities

UK Foreign Secretary Lammy Urges China against Supporting Russia's Military

Western Leaders Stress ‘Immediate Need’ to End Gaza War

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, front, gestures as he speaks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, left, US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, right, before their Quad meeting at the Chancellery in Berlin, Germany, Friday Oct. 18, 2024. (John Macdougall/Pool Photo via AP)

Harris, Trump Barnstorm Michigan, Spar over Who Has Stamina

Khamenei: Hamas Leader's Death Will Not Halt Axis Of Resistance

Business

FILE PHOTO: Media members observe the stock quotation board at the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo, Japan, August 6, 2024. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan/File Photo

Japan's Core Inflation Rate Slows in September

Asharq Al Awsat since 47 minutes

Fitch Revises Italy's Outlook to 'Positive' on Stronger Fiscal Performance

Porta Nuova's financial district is seen in downtown Milan, Italy, May 16, 2018. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights

15th Turkish-Arab Economic Cooperation Forum Kicks Off in Istanbul

Aboul Gheit addressing the opening session of the forum (Arab League - X)

Safe-Haven Gold Breaks $2,700/Oz Level as Uncertainty Looms

FILE PHOTO: Gold bullions are displayed at GoldSilver Central's office in Singapore June 19, 2017. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo

Egypt Raises Gasoline, Diesel Prices for 3rd Time this Year

Oil Steadies, But on Track for Biggest Weekly Loss in Over a Month

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

Culture

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Prize for Saudi-Chinese Cultural Cooperation Opens Nominations for Inaugural Edition

Dr. Abdul Mohsen Al-Aqili, the award's secretary-general, has invited academic and cultural institutions in both countries to participate actively in the nominations

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Prize for Saudi-Chinese Cultural Cooperation Opens Nominations for Inaugural Edition

The General Secretariat of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Prize for Cultural Cooperation between Saudi Arabia and China has announced the opening nominations…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Friday 18/10 - 05:56

The renewal of the agreement further strengthens the cultural relations between Saudi Arabia and China. SPA

Saudi Arabia, China Extend Archaeological Cooperation Agreement

The Saudi Heritage Commission, one of the 11 sector-specific commissions under Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture, and China’s National Cultural Heritage…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Thursday 17/10 - 15:46

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

Sports

Saudi Arabia to Host Spanish Super Cup for 5th Time

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Saudi Arabia to Host Spanish Super Cup for 5th Time

The Saudi Ministry of Sport announced on Friday that the Kingdom will host the Spanish Super Cup football competitions for the fifth time. Real Madrid,…

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RB's French principal Laurent Mekies attends a press conference after the practice session for the United States Formula One Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, on October 18, 2024. (AFP)

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Ricciardo Knew He Was Out before Singapore, Says RB Boss

Daniel Ricciardo and his RB Formula One team knew before last month's Singapore Grand Prix that he was leaving and having to pretend otherwise was "not ideal",…

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Trent Alexander-Arnold of England (L) and Christos Tzolis of Greece (R) in action during the UEFA Nations League match between England and Greece in London, Great Britain, 10 October 2024. (EPA)

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Alexander-Arnold Not Disturbed by Transfer Noise, Liverpool Boss Slot Says

Liverpool vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold is not disturbed by the growing speculation around his future at the Premier League club and is fully focused on…

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Russian Held in France for 'Destabilizing' Olympics put Under House Arrest

A Russian citizen detained in France for "destabilizing" the Olympics has been placed under house arrest, Russian state news agency RIA reported, citing the…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 18/10 - 12:59

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Liverpool face a test of their title credentials against Chelsea. Paul ELLIS / AFP

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Liverpool Face Chelsea Title Test, Ten Hag Fights to Avoid Sack

Premier League leaders Liverpool face the first serious test of their title credentials against Chelsea this weekend as the English top flight returns after an…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 18/10 - 07:20

Varieties

King Charles Given Military Honors on First Day of Australia Tour

An image of Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla is projected onto Sydney Opera House, as they arrive for a visit to the country, in Sydney, Australia, October 18, 2024. (Reuters)

King Charles Given Military Honors on First Day of Australia Tour

King Charles was granted five-star rank in each branch of Australia's armed forces Saturday, a ceremonial gesture to mark the first full day of his landmark…

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A woman walks past Hotel Yugoslavia, once a symbol of progress in the former socialist state of Yugoslavia that broke apart in the 1990s and a favorite gathering place for local residents as well as world leaders, in Belgrade, Serbia, Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)

Belgrade's Landmark Hotel Yugoslavia Faces Likely Demolition, With Many Opposed

Belgrade’s iconic Hotel Yugoslavia, once a symbol of progress in the former socialist state of Yugoslavia that broke apart in the 1990s and a favorite…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

Giant tubeworms on the seafloor surface at 2,500 meters water depth at the East Pacific Rise, a volcanically active ridge located where two tectonic plates meet on the floor of the Pacific Ocean in this undated photograph.CC BY-NC-SA Schmidt Ocean Institute/Handout via REUTERS

Monkeys Who Recently Died in Hong Kong's Zoo Had Been Infected with Melioidosis

Nine monkeys who died in Hong Kong's oldest zoo in two days this week had been infected with an endemic disease, possibly after some digging work near their…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 18/10 - 13:19

Animals Found Living Underground Near Deep-sea Hydrothermal Vents

A deep-diving robot that chiseled into the rocky Pacific seabed at a spot where two of the immense plates comprising Earth's outer shell meet has unearthed a…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 18/10 - 13:14

Reporters gather around a piece of a meteorite, which according to local authorities and scientists was lifted from the bottom of the Chebarkul Lake, placed on display in a local museum in Chelyabinsk, October 18, 2013. REUTERS/Andrey Tkachenko/File Photo