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Saudi Crown Prince, Syrian President Discuss Cooperation and Regional Developments

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Tuesday a phone call from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa…

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Arab World Construction cranes tower above a construction site in Givat HaMatos, an Israeli settlement suburb of Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem on January 2, 2026. (AFP)

Israel Clears Final Hurdle to Start Settlement Construction That Would Cut West Bank in Two

Israel has cleared the final hurdle before starting construction on a controversial settlement project near Jerusalem that would effectively cut the West Bank…

Arab World Syrian forces are seen during a military parade in Aleppo marking a year since the ouster of the Assad regime in December 2025. (Syrian Defense Ministry)

Three Killed in Aleppo Attacks, Syrian Government, SDF Trade Blame

At least three people were killed and several others wounded in Syria's northern city of Aleppo, state news agency SANA said on Tuesday, citing Aleppo's health…

Arab World Somalis burn the Israel flag and an image depicting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a demonstration, after Israel became the first country to formally recognize the self-declared Republic of Somaliland, at the Mogadishu Stadium in Warta Nabada district of Mogadishu, Somalia December 30, 2025. (Reuters)

African Union Calls for Immediate Revocation of Somaliland’s Recognition by Israel

The African Union's Political Affairs Peace and Security council called on Tuesday for the "immediate revocation" of Israel's recognition ‌of Somaliland. …

Saudi Govt Following Efforts to Consolidate Security, Stability in Yemen

Gulf Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Govt Following Efforts to Consolidate Security, Stability in Yemen

The Saudi government said on Tuesday it was following the developments in the region and efforts the Kingdom was exerting to consolidate security and stability…


World Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado gestures as she votes during the presidential election, in Caracas on July 28, 2024. (AFP)

Maduro Opponent Machado Vows to Return to Venezuela, Wants an Election

Venezuela's main opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado, has vowed to return home quickly, praising US President Donald Trump for toppling her enemy Nicolas…

Arab World Palestinians walk past the debris of a collapsed house that was previously damaged by an Israeli strike, at the Maghazi refugee camp in the central of Gaza Strip on January 5, 2026. (AFP)

Foreign Media Group Slams Israel Govt for Refusing to Lift Gaza Press Ban

An international media association on Tuesday criticized the Israeli government for maintaining its ban on unrestricted media access to Gaza, calling the move…

Contemporary Art Museum in AlUla and Centre Pompidou Announce ‘Arduna’ Exhibition This February

Culture The exhibition will feature more than 80 significant artworks by artists from Saudi Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa, and around the world. (SPA)

Contemporary Art Museum in AlUla and Centre Pompidou Announce ‘Arduna’ Exhibition This February

The exhibition Arduna will welcome visitors to the fifth edition of the AlUla Arts Festival from February 1 to April 15. Presented by Arts AlUla and…


Culture This photograph shows a general view of the Louvre Museum, with the Louvre pyramid (L) designed by Chinese-US architect Ieoh Ming Pei, after the first snowfall of the year in Paris on January 3, 2026. (Photo by Blanca CRUZ / AFP)

Louvre Staff Vote for Strike Again

Staff at the Louvre voted for another day of strike action on Monday, union representatives told AFP in Paris, threatening fresh disruption at the world's most…

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Culture "This is Jazan” zone, part of Jazan Festival 2026, has opened to visitors offering an engaging tourism experience. (SPA)

Jazan Festival Takes Visitors on a Journey Through Culture and Heritage

The “This is Jazan” zone, part of Jazan Festival 2026, has opened to visitors, offering an engaging tourism experience that highlights the region’s history,…

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Culture The palace offers visitors an authentic culinary and cultural experience - SPA

Al-Eishan Palace Welcomes Visitors in Saudi Arabia's Sakaka

Visitors to Al-Jouf Region can explore a wealth of historical landmarks and distinctive architectural heritage, with mud-brick palaces offering immersive…

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Culture Libyans visit the National Museum after its reopening, following a closure of more than a decade in the Libyan capital Tripoli on December 23, 2025. (AFP)

Libyans Savor Shared Heritage at Reopened National Museum

In a historic building in central Tripoli, Libyans wander past ancient statues and artifacts, rediscovering a heritage that transcends political divides at…

US Driver Guthrie Leads Dakar in Saudi Arabia After Stage Three Sweep for Ford

Sports Rallying - Dakar Rally - Stage 2 - Yanbu to AlUla - Yanbu, Saudi Arabia - January 5, 2026 General view of Ford Racing's Mitch Guthrie and Kellon Walch in action during stage 2. (Reuters)

US Driver Guthrie Leads Dakar in Saudi Arabia After Stage Three Sweep for Ford

Ford Raptors filled the top five places in the Dakar Rally as American Mitch Guthrie Jr won the third 421km stage in Saudi Arabia, his first victory in the top…


Sports Strasbourg's British head coach Liam Rosenior reacts during the French L1 football match between Stade Rennais FC and RC Strasbourg Alsace at the Roazhon Park stadium in Rennes, western France, on November 2, 2025. (AFP)

Liam Rosenior Leaves Strasbourg and Confirms He Has an Agreement to Manage Chelsea

Liam Rosenior confirmed his exit from French club Strasbourg on Tuesday and strongly hinted he will be the next Chelsea coach. Rosenior has been praised for…

Sports Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus celebrates winning with fans after her match against Cristina Bucsa of Spain during day three of the Brisbane International tennis tournament at Pat Rafter Arena in Brisbane, Australia, 06 January 2026.  EPA/DARREN ENGLAND

Sabalenka Eases Through Brisbane Opener, Kyrgios Falls at First Hurdle

World number one Aryna Sabalenka began her 2026 campaign with a thumping victory at the Brisbane International on Tuesday while her "Battle of the Sexes"…

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Sports Egypt's Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring the 3-1 goal during the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, Round of 16 match between Egypt and Benin in Agadir, Morocco, 05 January 2026. EPA/JALAL MORCHIDI

Salah: Egypt not Among AFCON Favorites but Will Keep Fighting

Egypt forward Mohamed Salah said his team was not among the favorites to win the Africa Cup of Nations title, but insisted they would give their best to go…

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Sports One of the stadiums designated to host matches of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ in Riyadh and Jeddah. (SPA)

Riyadh, Jeddah Stadiums Set to Host AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026

The Local Organizing Committee for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ has finalized preparations at the stadiums designated to host matches of the AFC U23…

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More Travel Chaos to Hit Europe as Cold Snap Brings More Snow

Varieties  People walk along the Baltic Sea shore covered in a thick blanket of snow, in Stralsund, Germany, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026. (Stefan Sauer/dpa via AP)

More Travel Chaos to Hit Europe as Cold Snap Brings More Snow

More flights will be cancelled, trains will run late and roads will be blocked by snow across Europe in coming days as a cold snap is expected to worsen,…


Varieties New research show tree mortality is rising across Australia's forest as the climate warms. DAVID GRAY / AFP/File

Study: Climate-driven Tree Deaths Speeding Up in Australia

Australia's forests are losing trees more rapidly as the climate warms, a new study examining decades of data said Tuesday, warning the trend was likely a …

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Varieties South Korean President Lee Jae Myung (L) and his wife, Kim Hea Kyung (2nd from L), take a selfie with Chinese President Xi Jinping (2nd from R) and his wife, Peng Liyuan, by using a Xiaomi smartphone following a state dinner for the South Korean leader in Beijing, China, 05 January 2026. (EPA/Yonhap)

South Korea’s Lee Snaps Xi Selfie with Chinese ‘Backdoor’ Phone

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung snapped a selfie with Xi Jinping using a smartphone gifted to him by the Chinese leader, who had joked at their last…

Varieties Glowing lava flows across the dark volcanic terrain during nighttime activity on the slopes of Mount Etna during a tour in Catania, Sicily, Italy, January 3, 2026. REUTERS/Antonio Denti

Philippines Raises Alert Level at Restive Mayon Volcano

The Philippines on Tuesday raised its alert level for the Mayon volcano in the central province of Albay, warning of "potential explosive activity" in the…

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Varieties Fresh snow covers old snowmobiles on display in Lowville, N.Y,, on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025.  (AP Photo/Cara Anna)

Snowmobiler Dies after Avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada

An avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada on Monday buried a snowmobiler in snow and killed him, authorities said. Rescuers responded after a 911 call…

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