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US Energy Secretary Says Riyadh and Washington to Sign Civil Nuclear Agreement

The United States and Saudi Arabia will sign a preliminary agreement on energy cooperation and civilian nuclear technology, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright…

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Relations between Gemayel and Khaddam were highly tense (Getty)

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Gemayel to Asharq Al-Awsat: Khaddam was Assad’s Stick to Apply Pressure

Late Syrian President Hafez al-Assad was a masterful negotiator, fiercely protective of his image and reputation. He was known for exhausting his guests with…

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A New York Police Department scuba team looks for debris, Friday, April 11, 2025, where a sightseeing helicopter crashed a day earlier into the Hudson River in Jersey City, N.J. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

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6 Presumed Dead after Private Plane Crashes in Upstate New York

A twin-engine plane that crashed into a muddy field in upstate New York has left all six passengers aboard presumed dead. The plane, a Mitsubishi MU-2B, was…

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(FILES) US President Donald Trump waves to the crowd as he attends UFC 314 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, on April 12, 2025. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)

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Trump is 'Fully Fit' to Serve as Commander in Chief, his Doctor Says

Donald Trump’s doctor says the oldest man to be elected president is “fully fit” to serve as commander in chief as the White House released the results of…

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Trump Says Nuclear Talks with Iran Are Going 'OK'

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US President Donald Trump speaks to the media on board Air Force One on the way to Miami, Florida, US, April 12, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard

Trump Says Nuclear Talks with Iran Are Going 'OK'

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that talks with Iran over its nuclear program were going 'OK.' "I think they're going OK," Trump told reporters…

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Iran, US Hold ‘Productive’ Talks in Oman, Agree to Resume Next Week, Tehran Says Saturday 12/04 - 17:31

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Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, on October 31, 2024. © AFP file photo

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UK FM Calls Israeli Attacks on Gaza Hospital 'Deplorable'

British foreign minister David Lammy condemned Israel's attacks on medical facilities in Gaza on Sunday after two Israeli missiles hit a building inside a Gaza…

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Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa attends an interview with Reuters at the presidential palace, in Damascus, Syria March 10, 2025. REUTERS/Khalil Ashawi/File Photo

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Syria's Sharaa Heads to UAE for Second Visit to a Gulf Country as Leader

Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa will travel to the United Arab Emirates for his second visit to a Gulf state as president on Sunday, Syria's official news agency…

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Iran Says Talks with US to Focus Solely on Nuclear Issue, Lifting Sanctions

Iranian newspaper front pages on the day of the highest-level Iran-US nuclear talks in years - AFP

China No Longer Welcome in UK Steel Sector, Minister Says

A general view shows British Steel's Scunthorpe plant, in Scunthorpe, northern England, Britain, March 31, 2025. REUTERS/Dominic Lipinski/File Photo

More Than 30 People Killed, 84 Injured in Russian Missile Attack on Ukrainian City of Sumy

The city center in the aftermath of the Russia's missile attack that killed at least 21 civilians in Sumy, Ukraine, Sunday, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo)

Pope Francis Makes Brief Appearance after Palm Sunday Service

Pope Francis greets cardinals as he unexpectedly appears during the Palm Sunday Mass in Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican, April 13, 2025. REUTERS/Yara Nardi

Saudi Arabia Condemns Attacks on Sudanese IDP Camps

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The two sides discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple energy fields. SPA

Saudi Energy Minister Meets US Counterpart to Discuss Strengthening Energy Cooperation

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CST: Saudi Space Economy Reached $8.7 Billion in 2024

Hafez al-Assad and Amine Gemayel during a Non-Aligned Movement summit in India. (Getty Images)

Amine Gemayel to Asharq Al-Awsat: Assad Viewed Lebanon the Same Way Saddam Viewed Kuwait

People gather at the entrance of the National Museum of Beirut, in Beirut, Lebanon April 10, 2025. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir

Once on Civil War's Frontline, Lebanon Museum Sees New Life

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks during the opening ceremony of the Osaka Expo 2025 in Osaka, western Japan Saturday, April 12, 2025. (Jia Haocheng/Pool Photo via AP)

Japan PM Warns of Divided World at Futuristic World Expo Opening Ceremony

Supporters of Mahmoud Khalil walk away from the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center in Jena, Louisiana, April 11, 2025 after the immigration court hearing for Khalil, who is being held at the center for pro-Palestinian activism. (AFP)

Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Can Be Deported, Immigration Judge Rules

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Saudi Arabia Condemns Attacks on Sudanese IDP Camps

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Riyadh to Host Second Human Capability Initiative Conference on Sunday

A night view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA file)

Saudi FM Reiterates Kingdom’s Rejection of Displacement of Palestinians

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah speaks at the press conference on Friday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Closure of UNRWA Schools in Jerusalem

Bilateral Consultations Boost Coordination Between Riyadh, Washington

The Saudi Foreign Minister’s official US visit caps week of high-level coordination between the two countries (Saudi Foreign Ministry)

Saudi FM Meets with US Secretary of State, US National Security Advisor

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met Wednesday with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. (SPA)

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UK FM Calls Israeli Attacks on Gaza Hospital 'Deplorable'

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Syria's Sharaa Heads to UAE for Second Visit to a Gulf Country as Leader

Israeli Missiles Strike Gaza Hospital, Patients Evacuated

Palestinians inspect a site where medics said two Israeli missiles hit a building inside the Al-Ahli Arab Baptist Hospital in Gaza City, April 13, 2025. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas

Three Algerians Charged in Kidnapping of Opposition Figure in France

Israel Cuts off Gaza’s Southern City of Rafah, Vows to ‘Vigorously’ Expand in the Territory

Displaced Palestinians flee from east to west of Gaza City after the Israeli military issued evacuation orders in the area, Friday April 11, 2025. (AP)

Hamas Expects 'Real Progress' in Cairo Talks to End Gaza War

Palestinians make their way with belongings as they flee areas in the eastern part of Gaza City, after the Israeli army issued evacuation orders, in Gaza City, April 11, 2025. (Reuters)

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6 Presumed Dead after Private Plane Crashes in Upstate New York

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Trump is 'Fully Fit' to Serve as Commander in Chief, his Doctor Says

Foreign Military Representatives to Meet in Türkiye to Discuss Black Sea Security, Turkish Ministry Says

A Turkish flag with the Bosphorus Bridge in the background, flies on a passenger ferry in Istanbul, Türkiye September 30, 2020. (Reuters)

Iran Says Talks with US to Focus Solely on Nuclear Issue, Lifting Sanctions

A Roadside Bomb Kills 8 Bus Passengers in Northeast Nigeria

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

More Than 30 People Killed, 84 Injured in Russian Missile Attack on Ukrainian City of Sumy

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US Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaks at the press conference in the Saudi capital Riyadh. Photo: Turki al-Aqaili

US Energy Secretary Says Riyadh and Washington to Sign Civil Nuclear Agreement

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Saudi Energy Minister Meets US Counterpart to Discuss Strengthening Energy Cooperation

CST: Saudi Space Economy Reached $8.7 Billion in 2024

China No Longer Welcome in UK Steel Sector, Minister Says

France's 2026 Deficit Target Implies 40 billion Euros of Savings, Minister Says

French Minister for Economy, Finance, Industrial and Digital Security Eric Lombard looks on during the questions to the government session at the National Assembly in Paris, France, March 18, 2025. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

AL PAKISTAN GULF Shipping Service Added to King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam

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Diriyah Art Futures Announces 'Maknana: An Archaeology of New Media Art in the Arab World' Exhibition

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Maknana: An Archaeology of New Media Art in the Arab World will run from April 21 to July 19, at DAF in Diriyah, Riyadh

Diriyah Art Futures Announces 'Maknana: An Archaeology of New Media Art in the Arab World' Exhibition

Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) announced on Sunday that its second major exhibition titled Maknana: An Archaeology of New Media Art in the Arab World will run from…

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Scaffolds are installed in Byzantine-era Hagia Sophia mosque for restoration work, in Istanbul, Türkiye, Sunday, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Emrah Gurel)

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Historic Domes of Hagia Sophia Are Renovated to Protect the Landmark from Quakes

Türkiye has begun a new phase in sweeping restorations of the nearly 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, focusing on preserving the monument's historic…

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A view of Naples, Italy. (AFP/Getty Images)

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Trove of Artifacts Recovered from Black Market Goes on Display in Naples

Hundreds of once-missing artifacts, hunted down over decades by a special police unit, have been unveiled for the first time in the National Archaeological…

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Once on Civil War's Frontline, Lebanon Museum Sees New Life

When Lebanon's civil war erupted 50 years ago this month, its national museum became a flashpoint of its capital's deadly frontline, with militants barricaded…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 12/04 - 11:38

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The exhibition is part of the Art Week Riyadh. SPA

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World of Silence: Riyadh Sculpture Exhibition Celebrates Language of Silence

As part of the inaugural Art Week Riyadh, "A World of Silence" exhibition creates an open artistic dialogue between Saudi Arabia and Egypt through sculptures…

Asharq Al Awsat (Riyadh) Friday 11/04 - 06:19

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Alcaraz Comes from Behind to Claim Maiden Monte Carlo Title

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Tennis - ATP Masters 1000 - Monte Carlo Masters - Monte Carlo Country Club, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France - April 13, 2025 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in action during his final match against Italy's Lorenzo Musetti REUTERS/Manon Cruz

Alcaraz Comes from Behind to Claim Maiden Monte Carlo Title

Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a sluggish start to overpower Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 on Sunday and claim his first Monte Carlo Masters title, his biggest…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 14:16

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Barcelona's Balde May Miss Cup Final with Hamstring Injury

Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde has sustained an injury to his left hamstring, the club said on Sunday, ahead of an important run of games for the LaLiga…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 14:11

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Japan's Moyuka Uchijima levelled the tie when she breezed through the second match against Canadian Marina Stakusic, winning 6-3, 6-3 - AFP

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Japan Qualify for BJK Cup Finals with Win Over Canada

Japan became the seventh team to book their place at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals when they came from behind to beat Canada 2-1 in Tokyo on Sunday. Victory…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 13:19

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McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia in action during the Qualifying for the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix in Sakhir, Bahrain, 12 April 2025. EPA/ALI HAIDER

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Piastri Can Take Charge of Formula 1 Title Race from Pole Position in Bahrain

Oscar Piastri can seize the initiative in the Formula 1 title race as he starts on pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday with his teammate Lando…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 08:56

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Soccer Football - LaLiga - Leganes v FC Barcelona - Estadio Municipal de Butarque, Leganes, Spain - April 12, 2025 FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick before the match REUTERS/Ana Beltran

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Coach Flick to Focus on Recovery as Barcelona Lead LaLiga Race

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is focusing on his side's recovery ahead of the season's final stretch, in which they lead LaLiga and are still in contention for…

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Madinah to Host Second Umrah and Ziyarah Forum on Monday

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Madinah to Host Second Umrah and Ziyarah Forum on Monday

The second edition of the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum will commence on Monday, under the patronage of Madinah Governor Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 11:20

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A total of 161 Saudi innovators vied for international recognition - SPA

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Saudi Arabia Wins Grand Prix, Scores Record Haul at Geneva Exhibition of Inventions

Saudi Arabia has achieved a historic triumph at the 50th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, securing the prestigious Grand Prix, awarded to Dr…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 10:34

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Two old African elephants Bully, left, and Susi, stand inside the Barcelona Zoo in Spain, Thursday, March 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Hernan Muñoz)

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Zoo in Spain Helps Elderly Elephants Age Gracefully

At the Barcelona Zoo, a 40-year-old African elephant places her foot through the metal barrier where a zookeeper gently scrubs its sole — the beloved pachyderm…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 13/04 - 07:25

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An artist's concept shows a ring of hot gas left after a star consumed a planet, in this undated illustration. NASA, ESA, CSA, Ralf Crawford (STScI)/Handout via REUTERS

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Quite Dramatic End to a Planet Swallowed by its Host Star

In May 2020, astronomers for the first time observed a planet getting swallowed by its host star. Based on the data at the time, they believed the planet met…

Asharq Al Awsat (Washington) Sunday 13/04 - 07:14

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Puppeteers move cardboard animals through DRC's capital Kinshasa's botanical gardens Thursday, April 10, 2025, the first steps of "The Herds". (AP Photo/Samy Ntumba Shambuyi)

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'The Herds' Begins its Journey from Central Africa to the Arctic Circle

In the Kinshasa Botanical Garden, a troupe of cardboard animals – monkeys, a gorilla, leopards, a giraffe – stand at attention in a clearing. Their handlers,…

Asharq Al Awsat (Kinshasa) Sunday 13/04 - 06:33

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