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Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant talks during the joint statements after his meeting with Greece's National Defense Minister Nikolaos Panagiotopoulos (not pictured) at the Defense Ministry in Athens, Greece, 4 Μay 2023. (EPA)

Israel Defense Chief to Discuss Gaza, Lebanon on US Trip

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant headed to Washington on Sunday to discuss the next phase of the Gaza war and escalating hostilities on the border with…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 14:21

FILE - Houthi fighters march during a rally of support for the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and against the US strikes on Yemen outside Sanaa on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. (AP Photo, File)

Houthi Aerial Drone Hits Ship in Red Sea

An aerial drone likely launched by Yemen's Houthi militias struck and damaged a vessel in the Red Sea on Sunday, officials said. The drone attack happened…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 07:33

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This video grab from a handout footage released by the Russian Defense Ministry on May 21, 2024 shows Russia's missile forces holding a tactical nuclear weapons drills in the southern military district of the country. Handout/ AFP

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Russian Lawmaker Warns Moscow May Change Timing for Use of Nuclear Weapons

Moscow may change the timing for use of its nuclear weapons if threats against Russia increase, the RIA state news agency cited Andrei Kartapolov, the head of…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 07:32

Israeli Tanks at Edge of Rafah's Mawasi Refuge Zone

A man walks across fallen tents the day after a strike on the al-Mawasi area, northwest of the Palestinian city of Rafah on June 22, 2024. (Photo by Bashar TALEB / AFP)

Israeli Tanks at Edge of Rafah's Mawasi Refuge Zone

Israeli tanks advanced to the edge of the Mawasi displaced persons' camp in the northwest of the southern Gaza city of Rafah on Sunday in fierce fighting with…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 11:56

Netanyahu Again Claims US is Withholding Arms Shipments Sunday 23/06 - 12:13

Emergency and security service members and residents gather around the carcass of a car at the site of an Israeli strike in al-Khiyara town in Lebanon's Western Bekaa area on June 22, 2024, which killed a member of the Jamaa Islamiya group according to a Lebanese security source. (Photo by Hassan JARRAH / AFP)

Israeli Strike Kills ‘al-Jamaa al-Islamiya’ Leader in Eastern Lebanon

A security source said a leader of the Lebanese militant group al-Jamaa al-Islamiya was killed Saturday in an Israeli strike on a vehicle in eastern Lebanon. …

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 06:39

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Aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (AFP)

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US Withdraws Aircraft Carrier Eisenhower from Red Sea

The US military said it has withdrawn aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower from the Red Sea following a deployment lasting several months in response to…

Asharq Al Awsat (Washington) Sunday 23/06 - 05:56

KSrelief Distributes 1,000 Food Baskets in Sudan

US Officials Say Houthi Claim of Attack on US Aircraft Carrier False

A Houthi statement said the Transworld Navigator took a direct hit from a missile. (AFP File Photo)

Flooding Forces People From Homes in Some Parts of Iowa While Much of US Broils Again in Heat

People in hundreds of homes where told to evacuate early Saturday in Rock Valley, Iowa, as the nearby Rock River could no longer take the heavy rain that has slammed the region. - The AP

German Economy Minister Says EU Open for Talks on China Tariffs

German Vice Chancellor and Economy Minister Robert Habeck poses for pictures alongside National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) Chairman Zheng Shanjie following the opening session of the German-Chinese Climate and Transformation Dialogue in Beijing, China June 22, 2024. REUTERS/Maria... Purchase Licensing Rights

Russia Launches a New Barrage of Missiles on Ukrainian Energy Facilities

Destroyed buildings in the town of Seversk amid the Russian attack on Ukraine (Reuters)

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The co-chairman of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) Salih Muslim (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Salih Muslim: Self-Administration Firm on Northeast Syria Elections Schedule

Leader of the Lebanese Forces (LF) Samir Geagea

Geagea to Asharq Al-Awsat: Hezbollah Leading Lebanon into Unknown Territory

Lebanon’s caretaker Interior Minister Bassam Al-Mawlawi. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Lebanon’s Interior Minister to Asharq Al-Awsat: Our Country Is Not For Sale

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia Highlights Cybersecurity Achievements, Urges Global Collaboration at UN Debate

People walk past at a makeshift memorial to Yevgeny Prigozhin near the cafe he owned in Saint-Petersburg on June 20, 2024. (AFP)

A Year Ago, Russian Mercenary Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin Challenged the Kremlin with a Mutiny

A self-driving electric vehicle by Holon. (Holon)

European Commission Greenlights Saudi Investment in German Electric Vehicle Firm

Gulf

The King Abdulaziz Foundation participates in the Beijing International Book Fair 2024. (SPA)

King Abdulaziz Foundation Organizes ‘Saudi-Chinese Relations’ Seminar in Beijing

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 12:21

KSrelief Distributes 1,000 Food Baskets in Sudan

Muslim World League Welcomes Armenia's Recognition of State of Palestine

Saudi Arabia Bids Farewell to Hajj Pilgrims with Holy Quran Gifts

The pilgrims expressed their appreciation for the gesture and praised the excellent services provided by the Kingdom's government to ensure a smooth Hajj. (SPA)

Kuwait Urges Citizens against Traveling to Lebanon

The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry renewed on Friday its call on its citizens against traveling to Lebanon. (KUNA)

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Armenia’s Recognition of State of Palestine

The Armenian government meets on Thursday. (Armenian government)

Arab World

Israeli Tanks at Edge of Rafah's Mawasi Refuge Zone

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 11:56

Israel Defense Chief to Discuss Gaza, Lebanon on US Trip

Geagea to Asharq Al-Awsat: Hezbollah Leading Lebanon into Unknown Territory

ICC Issues Arrest Warrant Against Mali’s ‘Desert Fox’

Iyad Ag Ghaly in northern Mali in 2012 (AFP)

Houthi Aerial Drone Hits Ship in Red Sea

Israeli Strike Kills ‘al-Jamaa al-Islamiya’ Leader in Eastern Lebanon

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This aerial photograph shows a view of the hamlet of Sorte, south of Lostallo in the Moesa Region in the Swiss canton of Graubunden (Grisons) after violent downpours caused floods and landslides on June 23, 2024. (Photo by Piero CRUCIATTI / AFP)

One Person Found Dead, 2 Missing in Switzerland Floods

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Netanyahu Again Claims US is Withholding Arms Shipments

Protesters attend a demonstration against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government and demand a deal to release all hostages held in Gaza, during the Israel-Hamas conflict, near Netanyahu's private house in Caesarea, Israel, June 20, 2024. REUTERS/Ammar Awad

EU Reportedly Seeks Defense Industry Partnerships with Japan, SKorea

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida adjusts microphones at the start of a press conference at the prime minister's office in Tokyo, Japan, June 21, 2024. FRANCK ROBICHON/Pool via REUTERS

Greece Arrests 13 from Yacht Alleged to Have Started Fire on Hydra

A local resident stands next to a wildfire burning in the village of Latas, in southern Greece, June 21, 2024. REUTERS/Giorgos Moutafis

France's Far Right National Rally Still Leading ahead of Election, Poll Shows

An activist of French far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party (L) distributes leaflets as President of the Occitanie regional council Carole Delga (R) arrives to support the candidate of the left wing coalition Nouveau Front Populaire (NFP), in the Cazeres market, near Toulouse, south-western France, on June 22, 2024, ahead of snap elections for a new national assembly on June 30 and July 7, 2024. (Photo by Valentine CHAPUIS / AFP)

UK's Manchester Airport Faces Cancellations after Power Cut

Passengers queue for check in outside Terminal 1 at Manchester Airport in Manchester, Britain, June 1, 2022. REUTERS/Phil Noble

Business

A Tesla sign is seen on the Shanghai Gigafactory of the US electric car maker before a delivery ceremony in Shanghai, China January 7, 2020. Reuters

Foreign Direct Investment in China Drops 28% in Five Months

Asharq Al Awsat (Beijing) Sunday 23/06 - 08:02

Germany's Coalition in Impasse Over 2025 Budget

FDP Finance Minister Christian Lindner (L), Greens Economy Minister Robert Habeck (C) and Chancellor Olaf Scholz (R) of the SPD are locked in a budget dispute - AFP

US Borrowing Binge Risks Market Strains

The increase in the deficit has long alarmed fiscal hawks - (File/AFP)

German Economy Minister Says EU Open for Talks on China Tariffs

Japan's Demand-Led Inflation Slows, Clouds BOJ Rate Hike Path

People visit Ameya-Yokocho shopping street in the Ueno area of Tokyo on June 19, 2024. (AFP)

UK Public Debt Rises to Highest Since 1961 Ahead of Election

Public sector net debt, excluding state-controlled banks, reached 2.742 trillion pounds ($3.47 trillion) or 99.8% of annual gross domestic product in May. (Reuters)

Culture

Chicago's Iconic 'Bean' Sculpture Reopens to Tourists

Visitors take photos of the "Cloud Gate" sculpture, also known as the "bean," at Millennium Park, Sunday, June 23, 2024. (Anthony Vazquez/Chicago Sun-Times via AP)

Chicago's Iconic 'Bean' Sculpture Reopens to Tourists

One of Chicago's most popular tourist attractions known as “The Bean” reopened to the public Sunday after nearly a year of renovations and construction…

Asharq Al Awsat since 1 hour

World Camel Day: Tabuk Camels Symbolize Authenticity and Heritage

In Saudi Arabia, camels receive devoted attention and care from the government, the Saudi Press Agency reported. With a deep connection to the history and life…

Asharq Al Awsat Saturday 22/06 - 15:31

An artifact that was displayed at foreign auctions. (Dr. Abdul Rahim Rayhan)

Egypt Parliament Acts to Confront Online Sale of Antiquities

The Egyptian parliament has taken new measures to confront the online sale of antiquities through social networking sites, based on a request submitted by a…

Saturday 22/06 - 11:05

While yoga is not itself a religious practice, it has its origins in Hindu philosophy and many residents of Kashmir are indifferent it. DIBYANGSHU SARKAR / AFP

India's Modi Leads Yoga Day Celebration in Muslim-majority Kashmir

Stretching, arching his back and kneeling on a mat, India's Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi led hundreds of people performing yoga in the Muslim…

Asharq Al Awsat Friday 21/06 - 09:42

A man walks past the entrance of the Kunsthaus Zürich art museum on March 14, 2023. (AFP)

Swiss Museum Removes Works by Artists Like Monet, Van Gogh as Origin of Nazi-Looted Art Examined

A Swiss museum on Thursday pulled down five paintings, including a van Gogh and a Monet, after the foundation that owns them called for a deeper look at their…

Friday 21/06 - 08:34

Sports

Liverpool Great Alan Hansen Released from Hospital

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Former Liverpool and Scotland defender Alan Hansen. Asharq Al-Awsat

Liverpool Great Alan Hansen Released from Hospital

Former Liverpool and Scotland defender Alan Hansen has been released from hospital and will now continue his recovery at home. A statement from his family on…

Asharq Al Awsat since 2 hours

Sports

Formula One F1 - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - June 23, 2024 Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates after winning the Spanish Grand Prix REUTERS/Albert Gea

Verstappen Wins Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix

Max Verstappen steered his Red Bull to victory at the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday to increase his lead in the Formula 1 drivers championship. Verstappen…

Asharq Al Awsat since 3 hours

Sports

FILE PHOTO: Tennis - Queen's Club Championships - The Queen's Club, London, Britain - June 19, 2024 Britain's Andy Murray salutes the spectators after retiring due to injury in his men's singles second match against Australia's Jordan Thompson Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs/File Photo

Murray Out of Wimbledon after Surgery

Twice champion Andy Murray will miss Wimbledon after having back surgery, the ATP announced on Sunday. "After an operation on a spinal cyst, Andy Murray is…

Asharq Al Awsat (London) Sunday 23/06 - 13:31

Sports

The five-time world player of the year set up the third goal by Bruno Fernandes with an unselfish pass - The AP

No Goals but Selfies for Ronaldo in Portugal's Chaotic 3-0 win over Türkiye at Euro 2024

There were no goals, one assist and no less than four selfie-pursuing field invaders for Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal's 3-0 win over Türkiye that secured a…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 03:49

Sports

Pandya struck four boundaries and three sixes in an unbeaten 50 to lead India to 196-5. (The AP)

India Makes 196 and Beats Bangladesh by 50 at Twenty20 World Cup

Hardik Pandya blasted Bangladesh with a 27-ball half-century and Kuldeep Yadav's three wickets finished off India's win at the Twenty20 World Cup on Saturday. …

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 03:31

Varieties

It's Not as World-Famous as Ramen or Sushi. But The Humble Onigiri Is Soul Food in Japan

A variety of onigiri, rice balls, are seen on a plate at a Taro Tokyo Onigiri shop in Tokyo, on June 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Shuji Kajiyama)

It's Not as World-Famous as Ramen or Sushi. But The Humble Onigiri Is Soul Food in Japan

The word “onigiri” became part of the Oxford English Dictionary this year, proof that the humble sticky-rice ball and mainstay of Japanese food has entered the…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 05:35

Nationwide, wildfires have scorched more than 3,344 square miles (8,660 square kilometers) this year — a figure higher than the 10-year average, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. - The AP

Rains, Cooler Weather Help Firefighters Gain Ground on Large Wildfires in Southern New Mexico

Recent rains and cooler weather are helping more than 1,000 firefighters gain ground on two wildfires in southern New Mexico on Saturday that have killed two…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 03:34

Flooding Forces People From Homes in Some Parts of Iowa While Much of US Broils Again in Heat

Floodwaters forced people out of their homes in parts of Iowa, the result of weeks of rain, while much of the United States longed for relief Saturday from yet…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 06:45

This artist's illustration courtesy of Blue Origin obtained October 25, 2021, shows the core module of Orbital Reef. Handout BLUE ORIGIN/AFP/File

NASA Faces $80,000 Claim After Space Debris Hit Family Home

An American family is claiming more than $80,000 from NASA after a small piece of debris fell from space and smashed through the roof of their Florida home, a…

Asharq Al Awsat Sunday 23/06 - 03:11

A plane drops water during a wildfire, in Kitsi, near the town of Koropi, Greece, June 19, 2024. (Reuters)